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University Speaking & Training Engagements

Trauma-Informed Mental Health, Leadership & Wellness Programming

Universities and academic institutions navigating:

  • Rising student mental health needs

  • Faculty and staff burnout

  • Compassion fatigue among student-facing professionals

  • Leadership strain in high-pressure academic environments

  • The need for culturally responsive, trauma-informed care

I partner with Student Affairs, Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), Faculty Development, Residence Life, and Academic Leadership to deliver evidence-informed, somatic, and trauma-responsive programming that supports both individual well-being and institutional sustainability.

Who I Work With

My Approach

My work integrates:

  • Trauma-informed mental health frameworks

  • Somatic and nervous system regulation strategies

  • Culturally responsive and Afrocentric healing practices

  • Leadership resilience and burnout prevention

Programs are interactive, grounded, and practical—designed for real-world academic systems, not abstract theory.

All programming is framed to support institutional priorities including student success, faculty retention, leadership development, and campus well-being.

Signature University Offerings

Audience: Students, Faculty, Staff, Campus-Wide Audiences
Length: 60–90 minutes

  • Trauma-informed keynote focused on emotional regulation, resilience, and sustainable success

  • Integrates somatic practices, narrative reframing, and Afrocentric healing frameworks

  • Designed to inspire reflection while equipping audiences with practical, applicable tools

Best for campus-wide wellness events, conferences, and special programming.

Signature Keynote

Audience: Faculty, Administrators, Student Affairs & Support Staff
Length: 90 minutes–2 hours

  • Addresses burnout, compassion fatigue, and chronic stress within higher education roles

  • Offers nervous system-informed strategies for sustainability and boundary restoration

  • Supports staff retention, emotional well-being, and leadership capacity

Best for professional development days and institutional wellness initiatives.

Faculty & Staff Burnout Clinic

Audience: Student Leaders, Resident Assistants, Peer Mentors
Length: 90 minutes

  • Builds emotional awareness, communication skills, and leadership resilience

  • Supports students navigating responsibility, conflict, and emotional labor

  • Emphasizes self-regulation alongside community care

Best for leadership retreats, RA training, and student leadership programs.

Student Leader & RA Training

Audience: Departments, Leadership Teams, or Targeted Campus Groups
Length: 3–4 hours

  • A deeper, interactive experience combining education, reflection, and applied practices

  • Supports emotional mastery, stress recovery, and collective alignment

  • Customizable to departmental or institutional goals

Best for focused professional development or immersive campus programming.

Half-Day Institute

Engagement Investment

University engagements typically range from:

$5,000–$15,000, depending on scope, format, and programming design.

Many institutions choose bundled experiences (keynote + clinic or training) to maximize impact and cost efficiency.

My work aligns well with institutional initiatives focused on:

  • Student mental health, well-being, and retention

  • Faculty and staff wellness, resilience, and burnout prevention

  • Leadership development in high-pressure academic environments

  • Psychological safety and supportive campus climates

  • Trauma-informed approaches to teaching, learning, and leadership

All programming is designed to support institutional priorities related to student success, faculty retention, leadership capacity, and sustainable campus well-being.

Past & Aligned Engagement Areas

About Dr. La’Toya Nicole Edwards

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Dr. La’Toya Nicole Edwards is a licensed clinical social worker, trauma-informed mental health strategist, and speaker specializing in burnout prevention, emotional mastery, and culturally responsive healing in high-pressure environments.

She brings extensive experience working with:

• Students and academic leaders

• Clinicians and educators

• Organizations navigating trauma, burnout, and systemic stress

Her work bridges clinical expertise, leadership strategy, and embodied, trauma-informed practices—including her training as an experienced registered yoga teacher—to support sustainable well-being across institutions.

I accept a limited number of university engagements each semester.

To inquire about availability for:

•Spring 2026

•Summer Institutes

•Fall 2026 Programming

Please complete the booking inquiry form below.

Booking & Availability

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What Happens Next

  1. Inquiry submitted

  2. Brief alignment review

  3. 20–30 minute consultation (if needed)

  4. Proposal + agreement

  5. Contracted engagement

  • Yes. Both virtual and in-person engagements are available.

  • Yes. Programs are tailored to institutional needs and audience type.

  • CEUs may be available depending on audience and licensing requirements.

  • Travel is discussed during proposal development and may be included or billed separately.

Frequently Asked Questions