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Helen M. Farrell

Helen M. Farrell

Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Harvard Psychiatrist, TEDx Speaker & Writer

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Helen M. Farrell Biography

Helen M. Farrell, M.D. is an enthusiastic and experienced medical professional, board-certified psychiatrist, writer, and speaker. Dr. Farrell works in private practice in Boston, MA.

She frequently contributes expert psychiatric commentary to the media and press. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Psychology Today, NPR’s CommonHealth Blog, Psychiatric Times and KevinMD.com. Dr. Farrell cares deeply about disseminating credible expert commentary on mental health, forensics, and wellness.

Dr. Farrell gained recognition for her original JAMA article, “A House Built Out of Madness,” which sought to overcome stereotypes of mental illness. Dr. Farrell’s 2015 TEDx Talk, “Creating Hope for Mental Health,” has been viewed across the globe and is transforming perceptions of mental illness from stigma into acceptance. Dr. Farrell served on the Harvard Medical School faculty for over a decade, where she was an award-winning lecturer.

Dr. Farrell is a medical graduate of Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. There, she was initially moved by the lyrical and sensitive prose of literary geniuses whose writings gave mental illness an acceptable voice.

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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 1.800.698.2536 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, Personal Growth and Motivational.

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.

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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. 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. Mindy Thompson Fullilove, Vikram Patel and Ruby Wax. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Helen M. Farrell for an upcoming event.

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 ...
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