Teaching,
Training,
and Consulting
I partner with organizations, schools, healthcare systems, tribal communities, nonprofits, businesses, and professional teams to deliver engaging, evidence-informed education that inspires learning, strengthens practice, and creates meaningful change.
My presentations combine current research, practical application, and real-world experience to make complex topics accessible, relevant, and immediately useful. Whether speaking to a small leadership team or a large conference audience, I strive to create learning experiences that are interactive, thought-provoking, and grounded in both science and the realities of the communities being served.
I have experience presenting to mental health professionals, victim service providers, educators, healthcare professionals, tribal organizations, community leaders, and multidisciplinary teams. Every training is tailored to the unique needs, goals, and cultural context of the audience.
Services include:
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Conference keynote presentations
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Breakout sessions and workshops
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Staff development and professional training
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Leadership development
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Organizational consultation
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Trauma-informed systems consultation
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Program development and curriculum consultation
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Panel discussions and community education
Common presentation topics include:
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Trauma-Informed Care
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The Neurobiology of Trauma and Resilience
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Domestic Violence and Coercive Control
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Historical and Generational Trauma
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Youth Mental Health
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Anxiety and Depression
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Nervous System Regulation
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Compassion Fatigue, Burnout, and Secondary Trauma
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Ethics and Professional Boundaries
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Crisis Response and De-escalation
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Culturally Responsive Practice
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Leadership, Well-Being, and Sustainable Helping
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Customized topics developed to meet your organization's needs
If you're planning a conference, staff training, retreat, or community event, I'd be honored to work with you to develop a presentation that is engaging, practical, and meaningful for your audience. Please reach out to discuss your goals, audience, and event details.
Upcoming Teaching and Training
Past Teaching and Training Experience
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The Cost of Carrying Everything: Nervous System Stress, Leadership Pressure, and Identity in Indigenous Communities
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29th Annual Tribal Leaders Summit, United Tribes Technical College | September 2026
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Becoming the Medicine We Carry: How Presence, Relationships, and Organizational Culture Shape Healing
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National Tribal Health Conference: Behavioral Health Pre-Conference Institute | August 2026
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Commencement Keynote Address
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Lower Brule Community College Graduation Ceremony | August 2026
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Sustainable Leadership: Self-Care, Burnout Prevention, and Healthy Boundaries
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Leadership Retreat | July 2026
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From Harm to Healing: Trauma-Informed Responses to Domestic Violence (Two-Part Webinar Series)
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National Indian Health Board | July 2026
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Inherited Wounds and Generational Trauma Healing
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H.O.P.E. Retreat | March 2026
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Understanding Youth Anxiety: Tools for Support and Resilience
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Unpacking Youth Depression: Recognizing Signs and Building Strength
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Lakota Nations Education Conference | December 2025
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Trauma-Informed Care in Birthwork Practice
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Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies – Montana Coalition Birth Worker Education Series | September 2025
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Ethics and Boundaries in Trauma-Informed Victim Services
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Crisis Management: Skills for Safety, Stability, and Support
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South Dakota Advanced Victim Assistance Academy | 2025
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Mindful Living: Navigating Your Brain-Body Harmony
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H.O.P.E. Retreat | August 2024
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From Surviving to Thriving: Healing Trauma with Somatic Approaches
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Indian Country Conference: Offering Hope to Victims in the Spirit of Justice | August 2024
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Strength in Self-Care: Empowering Resilience for Helpers and Healers
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South Dakota Network Against Family Violence and Sexual Assault Sexual Violence Institute | July 2024
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Higher Education Teaching
Adjunct Instructor
Lower Brule Community College | 2015–2018
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Health and Wellness
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Tribal Government and Politics