Helen M. Farrell

Helen M. Farrell

Keynote Speaker: Board-Certified Psychiatrist & Forensic Psychiatry Expert; Lecturer at Harvard Medical School; Author of "Forensic Psychiatry: Essential Board Review"

Helen M. Farrell Biography

Dr. Helen M. Farrell is a board-certified psychiatrist and forensic psychiatrist whose career spans clinical medicine, public education, and the law. Farrell has served on the Harvard Medical School faculty as a lecturer and is an instructor in psychiatry as well as a staff psychiatrist at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. She has published extensively in forensic psychology and has appeared as an expert witness in court. Farrell is the author of "Forensic Psychiatry: Essential Board Review," a resource for psychologists, social workers, criminologists, general psychiatrists, medical students, and attorneys or law students interested in mental health law.

Farrell's original JAMA article, "A House Built Out of Madness," addresses stereotypes of mental illness. Her TEDx Talk, "Creating Hope for Mental Health," has reached a global audience and contributes to changing perceptions of mental illness. Her TED-Ed videos on mental health, which have garnered more than 30 million views, cover topics such as depression, bipolar disorder, and electroconvulsive therapy, making complex psychiatric concepts accessible to a broad audience.

Farrell consults as an expert in both civil and criminal cases where mental health and the law intersect. She is frequently called upon by media outlets for expert commentary on news stories involving psychiatry and the law. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Psychology Today, NPR's CommonHealth Blog, Psychiatric Times, and KevinMD.com. Farrell is committed to providing credible expert commentary on mental health, forensics, and wellness.

As a keynote speaker, Farrell combines scientific expertise with narrative skill, blending storytelling with informative content. She emphasizes that good mental health is essential to performance and resilience. Her message underscores that mental illness may alter one's path but does not have to define it. Farrell continues to develop educational content, including scripts for animations about depression, to further public understanding of psychiatry and reduce stigma surrounding mental health.

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Helen M. Farrell Speaking Topics

Dr. Farrell’s TEDx Talk on Creating Hope for Mental Health, has been viewed across the globe and is making an impact on reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. Her message is clear, “a mental illness might alter one’s trajectory. But it does not have to define it.” Dr. Farrell believes that mental health needs to be discussed more openly and understood by all. Following the widespread success of her TEDx Talk, Dr. Farrell is currently working on a script for animation about depression that will further aim to educate and entertain the public. She speaks on a diverse range of topics including:

  • Addiction and Recovery
  • Maximize Career Performance
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Preventing Burnout and Stress
  • The Art of Feedback
  • Professional Growth and Leadership

Dr. Farrell blends the art of storytelling with informative content and optimism. She believes that good mental health is essential to peak performance, stamina, and triumph.

Helen M. Farrell Videos

The truth about electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) - Helen M. Farrell
What is bipolar disorder? - Helen M. Farrell
What is depression? - Helen M. Farrell

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Speaking fees for Helen M. Farrell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Helen M. Farrell are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Helen M. Farrell, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Helen M. Farrell speak about?

Helen M. Farrell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Mental Health, TED, Health & Wellness, Addiction & Recovery, Personal Growth, Motivational, Psychology, Social Sciences, Medicine and Professors.

Where does Helen M. Farrell travel from?

Helen M. Farrell generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Helen M. Farrell?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Helen M. Farrell 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Helen M. Farrell for your next private or corporate function.

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Helen M. Farrell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Mental Health, TED and Health & Wellness. The estimated speaking fee range to book Helen M. Farrell for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Helen M. Farrell generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dr. 1Drea Pennington Wasio, Judson Brewer and Shauna Shapiro Ph.D.. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Helen M. Farrell for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 27/07/2026.

Helen M. Farrell Speaking Topics

  • Dr. Farrell’s TEDx Talk on Creating Hope for Mental Health, has been viewed across the globe and is making an impact on reducing the stigma associated with mental illness. Her message is clear, “a mental illness might alter one’s trajectory. But it does not have to define it.” Dr. Farrell believes that mental health needs to be discussed more openly and understood by all. Following the widespread success of her TEDx Talk, Dr. Farrell is currently working on a script for animation about depression that will further aim to educate and entertain the public. She speaks on a diverse range of topics including:

    • Addiction and Recovery
    • Maximize Career Performance
    • Emotional Regulation
    • Preventing Burnout and Stress
    • The Art of Feedback
    • Professional Growth and Leadership

    Dr. Farrell blends the art of storytelling with informative content and optimism. She believes that good mental health is essential to peak performance, stamina, and triumph.

Helen M. Farrell Videos

The truth about electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) - Helen M. Farrell
What is bipolar disorder? - Helen M. Farrell
What is depression? - Helen M. Farrell
Creating Hope for Mental Health | Helen Farrell ...
  • How do I book Helen M. Farrell to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Helen M. Farrell 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 Helen M. Farrell, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Helen M. Farrell or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Helen M. Farrell for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Helen M. Farrell, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Helen M. Farrell are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Helen M. Farrell, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Helen M. Farrell speak about?

    Helen M. Farrell is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Mental Health, TED, Health & Wellness, Addiction & Recovery, Personal Growth, Motivational, Psychology, Social Sciences, Medicine and Professors.
  • Where does Helen M. Farrell travel from?

    Helen M. Farrell generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Helen M. Farrell?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Helen M. Farrell 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Helen M. Farrell 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 Helen M. Farrell 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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