Speaking Engagements

Annie Harton Kassell is more than a therapist, she is a dynamic, engaging speaker who has a gift for weaving personal vulnerability with clinical expertise and practical takeaways. Whether she's speaking to a room of twenty or an audience of hundreds, Annie leaves people feeling inspired, equipped, and reminded that they are more than they ever imagined.

With a warm, non-judgmental style and the ability to connect with audiences from all backgrounds, Annie has spoken at some of the most respected venues and organizations in the faith and wellness space, including Notre Dame's McGrath Institute, executive speaker series, parish missions, retreats, and school programs.

Topics Annie Speaks On:

Embracing Your Story — Finding meaning and purpose in every season of life. Drawing from her book Single Truth and her clinical work, Annie helps audiences encounter their own stories with fresh eyes and renewed hope.

Healthy Relationships — Practical strategies for improving communication, deepening intimacy, and building stronger connections in marriage, family, and personal life. Annie incorporates principles from the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy to give audiences tools they can use immediately.

Navigating Singleness with Purpose — A message of empowerment for single adults who are tired of being told to "just be patient." Annie draws from her own journey and her work with hundreds of single clients to inspire audiences to live fully and authentically right where they are.

Mental Health and Resilience — Accessible, stigma-free tools for managing emotions, overcoming anxiety, and fostering well-being. Annie normalizes the conversation around mental health and helps audiences take practical steps toward wholeness.

Faith and Relationships — For faith-based audiences, Annie integrates her theological training and personal faith journey into a message about how spirituality and relational healing go hand in hand. This topic is offered upon request and can be tailored to Catholic, Christian, or broader faith-based audiences.

Custom Presentations — Annie creates customized talks for community groups, corporate wellness programs, schools, and religious organizations. If you have a specific topic or theme in mind, Annie will work with you to craft a presentation that meets your audience's needs.

Annie's Speaking Track Record Includes:

Executive speaker series and professional panels, community and faith-based events at venues including Notre Dame, workshops and retreats for singles and couples, school and youth programs focused on mental health and communication, and parish missions and women's ministry events.