Cathy Costello

Cathy Costello

Keynote Speaker: Mental Health Advocate & National Speaker

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Cathy Costello Biography

Following a family tragedy in which her schizophrenic son experienced a psychotic break and killed her husband, Cathy Costello has worked on educating and advocating for mental health awareness and reform in order to prevent families from suffering as hers did.

After testifying twice before a senate hearing committee, Costello was instrumental in the unanimous passing of the Labor Commissioner Mark Costello Act, which provides Assisted Outpatient Treatment to Oklahomans in an on-going mental health crisis. She traveled to Washington D.C. to advocate for mental health reform, encouraging federal legislators to vote for the “Helping Families in Mental Health Crisis Act,” which passed in the House and Senate in 2016.

Costello is an advisory board member for the Mental Health Association of Oklahoma; member of NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness); State Planning and Advisory Council Member to the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse; National Council for Behavioral Health, Oklahoma Behavioral Health Association board member and a committee member for National Catholic Charities Partnership on Disabilities. Costello has received the Dr. Krishna “Lifting the Stigma” award as well as the “A.C.C.E.S.S. Award” presented by the Oklahoma Council for Exceptional Children and OK-AHEAD.

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Cathy Costello Speaking Topics

Breaking the stigma

Ways to advocate for change in the mental health field

Resources for families impacted by mental illness

The personal tragedy mental illness caused the Costello family, and why Cathy Costello now speaks to honor the memory of her husband, former Oklahoma Labor Commissioner Mark Costello, whose life was taken by their mentally ill son

Cathy Costello Videos

Cathy Costello talks about running for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner
Cathy Costello works to raise awareness for mental illness
Mental Health Awareness, interview with Cathy Costello - YouTube

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How much does it cost to book Cathy Costello for a speaking engagement?

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What topics does Cathy Costello speak about?

Cathy Costello is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Mental Health, Health & Wellness, Inspirational, Personal Growth and Motivational.

Where does Cathy Costello travel from?

Cathy Costello generally travels from Oklahoma City, OK, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Cathy Costello?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cathy Costello for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Cathy Costello for your next private or corporate function.

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Cathy Costello is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Mental Health, Health & Wellness and Inspirational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Cathy Costello for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Cathy Costello generally travels from Oklahoma City, OK, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Tammy Leitner, Lane Gardner and Khaliah O. Guillory. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Cathy Costello for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 19/03/2025.

Cathy Costello Speaking Topics

  • Breaking the stigma

  • Ways to advocate for change in the mental health field

  • Resources for families impacted by mental illness

  • The personal tragedy mental illness caused the Costello family, and why Cathy Costello now speaks to honor the memory of her husband, former Oklahoma Labor Commissioner Mark Costello, whose life was taken by their mentally ill son

Cathy Costello Videos

Cathy Costello talks about running for Oklahoma Labor Commissioner
Cathy Costello works to raise awareness for mental illness
Mental Health Awareness, interview with Cathy Costello - YouTube
Cathy Costello - OKC Rotary Club Speech

Cathy Costello News

  • How do I book Cathy Costello to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Cathy Costello for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Cathy Costello, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Cathy Costello or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Cathy Costello for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Cathy Costello, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Cathy Costello, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Cathy Costello speak about?

    Cathy Costello is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Mental Health, Health & Wellness, Inspirational, Personal Growth and Motivational.
  • Where does Cathy Costello travel from?

    Cathy Costello generally travels from Oklahoma City, OK, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Cathy Costello?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cathy Costello for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Cathy Costello for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Cathy Costello or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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