Speaking & Training with Dr. Broderick Sawyer
Clinical Psychologist | Director of Clinical Training | Applied Liberation PsychologyTM
Real Conversations That Shift How People Think, Feel, and Lead
Whether I’m speaking to mental health professionals, university staff members, corporate leaders, therapists-in-training, or social justice organizations, my goal is simple: create a space where insight lands, nervous systems settle, and real change begins.
I blend clinical psychology, trauma-informed leadership strategies, Applied liberation psychologyTM, and mindfulness-based tools—all delivered with a balance of humor, clarity, and deep respect for the audience’s lived experiences. People often describe my talks as disarming, grounding, humorous, and surprisingly energizing—where practical tools meet real human connection.
Speaking Topics
Every training or keynote is customized based on your audience, goals, and organizational culture. Common topics include:
Nervous System Resilience & Emotional Regulation
*How to stay grounded during stress, conflict, and high-stakes decision-making
*Science-backed strategies for reducing emotional reactivity in real time
Trauma-Informed Leadership & Workplace Well-Being
*Leading with awareness of identity-based and systemic stress
*Building psychologically safe environments where people can perform and thrive
Racial Stress & Liberation-Based Healing
*Understanding the nervous system impact of racial trauma
*Moving from survival mode to empowered, intentional action
Applied Liberation PsychologyTM for Burnout Prevention
*Practical mindfulness tools that busy helping professionals will actually use
*Reset your attention and energy using ancient, secularized energy psychology principles
Healing for Space-Holders: Therapists, Educators & Advocates
*The hidden toll of caregiving, advocacy, and emotional labor
*Resourcing yourself while continuing to hold space for others
*Learn to use Applied Liberation Psychology across your helping endeavors
Don’t see your topic listed?
Every talk and workshop is tailored. Let’s design something that fits your audience.
What You Can Expect
*Engaging, clear, and humor-infused delivery
*Research-backed content grounded in clinical psychology & yogic science
*Practical, actionable tools your audience can apply immediately
*Space for reflection and real-time nervous system reset
*A speaker who understands both the science and the human side of healing & leadership
Whether your audience is burned out, activated, or just ready to learn, my job is to meet the room where it is—and help move things where they need to go.
Previous Audiences Include:
*Mental health professionals and wellness organizations
*Universities and graduate training programs
*Healthcare teams and hospital systems
*Nonprofits and social justice organizations
*Corporate leadership groups
Speaking Testimonials:
“Dr. Sawyer is someone I would highly recommend based off his profound contributions to psychology, expertise in addressing racial trauma, and holistic healing approaches. His intellectual insights and unique perspectives make him an excellent choice as a keynote speaker. Hiring him could provide valuable perspectives and promote understanding in these crucial areas to a vast range of stakeholders and or communities.”– Mental Health Advocate & Community Change-Agent
“[when speaking] Dr. Sawyer skillfully connects historical and present-day contexts with clinical research and skills that have enhanced students' graduate training and my teaching and knowledge”– Professor & Psychology Graduate Program Director
“We recently hosted Dr. Sawyer who presented on ALP; our staff could not have been more pleased with the experience. Dr. Sawyer expertly presented the underlying framework for ALP, adeptly challenging our Western concepts of individualism and mental health through in-depth discussion and humor. Although past speakers have provided extensive detail on the deleterious impact of racism, prejudice, and intergenerational trauma, Dr. Sawyer’s presentation equipped our staff with meaningful, actionable steps and techniques. We would recommend Dr. Sawyer’s training to anyone seeking a better understanding of ALP and the benefits of its implementation.”– Psychologist & Counseling Training Director
Let’s Build Something That Lands
Every organization, audience, and event is different. Reach out, and we’ll shape a keynote, workshop, or training that meets your goals—and meets your people where they are.
📥 Contact me to learn more
(Email: Broderick@brodericksawyer.com)
