David B. Feldman

David B. Feldman

Keynote Speaker: Experts on Hope in the Field of Psychology; Co-Author, "Supersurvivors: The Surprising Link Between Suffering and Success"

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David B. Feldman Biography

David B. Feldman, PhD, is considered to be one of the top experts on hope in the field of psychology.

Professor of Counseling Psychology at Santa Clara University, Dr. Feldman's research and writings have addressed such topics as hope, meaning, and growth in the face of setbacks, losses, serious medical illness, trauma, and other highly stressful circumstances. He is also a pioneer is applying the concept of hope (and hopelessness) to understanding burnout among healthcare professionals and has been instrumental in developing hope-enhancement interventions.

He has authored or co-authored four books: The Science and Application of Positive Psychology (Cambridge University Press), Supersurvivors: The Surprising Link Between Suffering & Success (HarperCollins), Public Speaking for Psychologists: A Lighthearted Guide to Research Presentations, Job Talks, and Other Opportunities to Embarrass Yourself (American Psychological Association), and The End-of-Life Handbook: A Compassionate Guide to Connecting with and Caring for a Dying Loved One (New Harbinger). ​ Dr. Feldman has given hundreds of lectures for audiences in sectors including medicine, education, business, and technology, speaking for Google, Facebook, Kaiser Permanente, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, among others. His research has been published in top academic journals and featured in such magazines as SELF, People, ‘O’: The Oprah Magazine, Time, and Harvard Business Review. He has been interviewed on NPR, MSNBC, and the Oprah Winfrey Network, among others, and writes regularly for Psychology Today. He is also the host of the ‘Psychology in 10 Minutes’ podcast and ‘About Health’ on KPFA Radio in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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David B. Feldman Speaking Topics

Dr. Feldman speaks on variety of topics, including:

  • Resilience, Posttraumatic Growth, and Supersurvival
  • Hope and Hope Therapy
  • Hope and Educational Achievement
  • Burnout and Well-Being for Healthcare Professionals and Others
  • Trauma Survival
  • Cancer Survival and Coping with Serious Illness
  • Caregiving and End-of-Life Issues
  • Grief and Loss

David B. Feldman Videos

Interview with Dr. David B. Feldman - YouTube
Mission Hospice Community Conversation: Redefining Hope at the ...

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What topics does David B. Feldman speak about?

David B. Feldman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Overcoming Adversity, Resilience, Science, Personal Growth, Happiness, Psychology and Social Sciences.

Where does David B. Feldman travel from?

David B. Feldman generally travels from Santa Clara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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David B. Feldman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Overcoming Adversity and Resilience. The estimated speaking fee range to book David B. Feldman for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. David B. Feldman generally travels from Santa Clara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. Edith Shiro, Megan Devine and Justin & Alexis Black. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling David B. Feldman for an upcoming event.

David B. Feldman Speaking Topics

  • Dr. Feldman speaks on variety of topics, including:

    • Resilience, Posttraumatic Growth, and Supersurvival
    • Hope and Hope Therapy
    • Hope and Educational Achievement
    • Burnout and Well-Being for Healthcare Professionals and Others
    • Trauma Survival
    • Cancer Survival and Coping with Serious Illness
    • Caregiving and End-of-Life Issues
    • Grief and Loss

David B. Feldman Videos

Interview with Dr. David B. Feldman - YouTube
Mission Hospice Community Conversation: Redefining Hope at the ...
  • How do I book David B. Feldman to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like David B. Feldman 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 David B. Feldman, 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 David B. Feldman or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book David B. Feldman for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for David B. Feldman, 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 $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire David B. Feldman, 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 David B. Feldman speak about?

    David B. Feldman is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Overcoming Adversity, Resilience, Science, Personal Growth, Happiness, Psychology and Social Sciences.
  • Where does David B. Feldman travel from?

    David B. Feldman generally travels from Santa Clara, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for David B. Feldman?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like David B. Feldman 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 David B. Feldman 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 David B. Feldman 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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