Speaking + Training
I aim to pack every presentation with relevant, research-based content, tangible tools, and amusing anecdotes so the audience learns something new AND has some fun, too.
"Thank you for speaking at our MOPS group last year. We received the end of the year surveys from the ladies and they just raved about you. Many asked specifically if we could have you come again."
-Jenny, MOPS Leader
Topics of Expertise/Interest:
- interpersonal communication and conflict resolution (especially in the context of couples)
- early relationship transitions (e.g., marriage prep and first-time parenthood)
- relationship education (e.g., research-based skills and insights for healthy relationships, red flags, etc.)
- self-publishing journey + author talks/signings
- entrepreneurship (mompreneur, solopreneur, serial entrepreneur - products and services)
From nonprofit organizations to MOPS groups, university classrooms to conferences, I’ve had the privilege of speaking, teaching, and training at organizations like Abilene Christian University, El Centro College, Head Start, Southern Methodist University, Stonebriar Community Church, Texas Woman’s University, Uplift Education, and Weber State University.
For more on my background and credentials, click here.
Sampling of Past Presentations:
- Prioritize Your Marriage podcast interview on marriage coaching vs. therapy and my favorite topics to teach
- Dr. Will Show podcast interview on relationship education and entrepreneurship
- DFWChild podcast interview on relationship maintenance in the pandemic
- Thriving Musician podcast interview on marriage, conflict + entrepreneurship
- a talk on couples conflict for a local MOPS group
- a facilitation training for women’s Bible study leaders
- a conflict resolution skills training for charter school teachers + administrators
- a session on effective communication for women’s retreat attendees
- an advanced mediation training for university resident assistants
- a virtual conference presentation on relationship education + entrepreneurship for a university
“I went to a seminar years ago that Dr. Kara was leading on conflict. To this day I still remember what she talked about! Dr. Kara has a way of making important psychology and relationship topics approachable and straightforward. She gives practical steps that you can start implementing right away!"
-Emily, Women's Conference Attendee