
Dr. Denise Healy is a distinguished speaker and relationship expert
Dr. Denise brings decades of research and practical experience to help transform how we think about personal relationships and domestic violence treatment. Known for her compassionate and practical approach, Dr. Denise’s keynotes and workshops offer audiences the tools to build more compassionate and connected relationships, both at home and in professional settings.

About Keynote One
Leading Through Change: Building Resilient and Adaptable Teams
Change is the only constant, and successful leaders must guide their teams through transitions with confidence and clarity. In this talk, Dr. Denise explores the essentials of change management, offering tools for building resilience, adaptability, and a positive growth mindset within teams. Drawing from her extensive experience, Dr. Denise shares strategies to communicate effectively during periods of change, keeping teams motivated, aligned, and ready to embrace new challenges.
Learning Objectives
Understand the psychology behind change resistance and learn strategies to address it.
Explore techniques for fostering resilience and adaptability within teams.
Discover how transparent and empathetic communication can inspire commitment to change.
Learning Objectives
Learn techniques to approach difficult conversations with confidence and empathy.
Gain tools for transforming conflicts into opportunities for connection and collaboration.
Understand the role of active listening and emotional intelligence in effective communication.
About Keynote Two
The Art of Difficult Conversations: Turning Conflict into Connection
Navigating difficult conversations is a crucial skill in any organization. This presentation provides leaders and teams with proven strategies to handle conflicts and miscommunications with empathy and confidence. Dr. Denise’s approach highlights how honest, compassionate dialogue can defuse tension and lead to stronger, more authentic connections. This session equips leaders with tools to foster an environment where challenging discussions are not only managed effectively but become opportunities for growth and understanding.
About Keynote Three
Building a Culture of Accountability and Empowerment
A thriving organizational culture hinges on accountability and empowerment at every level. In this keynote, Dr. Denise demonstrates how leaders can instill a sense of responsibility and ownership among employees, fostering a work environment where team members feel valued, engaged, and empowered to contribute to the organization’s success. Through actionable insights and real-life examples, Dr. Denise guides leaders in creating a culture that champions accountability, respects individual contributions, and encourages growth.
Learning Objectives
Discover strategies for embedding accountability and empowerment into organizational culture.
Learn how to inspire employees to take ownership of their roles and responsibilities.
Explore methods for measuring and celebrating individual and team successes.
Learning Objectives
Understand the purpose and process of the study on domestic violence treatment dosages
Review key findings comparing 16-week, 26-week, and 52-week treatment programs
Explore recommendations for applying the study’s insights to future practice and research
About Keynote Four
Alternative Treatment Options for Men Convicted of Domestic Violence
California’s domestic violence treatment system has long relied on a mandated 52-week program for offenders. However, what if there were better, more effective ways to support change? In this keynote, Dr. Denise Healy draws on her four decades of experience working with at-risk populations and new research to present groundbreaking insights into alternative treatment options. With findings from a study spanning 1016 cases across 32 California counties, Dr. Denise unpacks the potential for shorter, more effective programs.
About Keynote Five
Mending Broken Connections to Create Cultures of Compassionate Respect
In both personal and professional relationships, people often fall into patterns of miscommunication, judgment, and unresolved conflict. Drawing from her book, Mending Broken Connections: Ten Simple Strategies to Restore Intimacy in Relationships, Dr. Denise offers practical, research-based strategies for rebuilding trust, understanding, and emotional closeness. Whether it’s in the workplace or at home, this talk will provide audiences with the tools they need to foster respectful and compassionate relationships.
Learning Objectives
Discover 10 proven strategies to mend broken connections and restore healthy relationships
Focus on the top three strategies that create immediate positive changes
Learn how to prioritize strategies that will have the biggest impact on relationship dynamics
How Dr. Denise Will Impact Your Audience
Practical Strategies for Building Compassionate Relationships
Attendees will leave with actionable tools to improve communication and resolve conflicts, whether in personal or professional settings.
Inspiration to Lead with Compassion
Dr. Denise’s talks encourage leaders to foster more respectful and empathetic work environments, helping teams thrive.

Insights from Groundbreaking Research
In her keynote on domestic violence treatment, Dr. Denise presents findings that challenge conventional approaches and offer new possibilities for reform.
Engaging, Real-Life Examples
Dr. Denise’s wealth of experience working with thousands of people makes her stories and examples relatable and impactful.

Now Accepting Speaking Requests
A Message from Dr. Denise Healy’s Team
Inviting Dr. Denise Healy to speak at your event means more than just a presentation—it’s about sparking meaningful change, mending broken connections, and cultivating compassionate relationships. With over four decades of experience working with at-risk populations and transforming lives, Dr. Denise brings unparalleled expertise in relationship restoration and domestic violence treatment that resonates deeply with audiences.
To make it easy for you to bring Dr. Denise’s impactful message to your event, we’ve created a resource hub below. Here, you’ll find more information about Denise’s mission, her extensive experience, and the keynote topics that have moved countless individuals and organizations toward healing and growth. Explore testimonials from past clients, collaborations with leading organizations, and highlights of her previous speaking engagements. For your promotional efforts, we’ve provided a selection of high-quality images to help capture the essence of your event with Denise. If you have any specific ideas or needs for your event, please feel free to contact us directly at bookings@denisehealy.com.
Dr. Denise is committed to making your event truly transformative, offering insights that will inspire your audience to embrace compassion, responsibility, and meaningful change. Let’s create an unforgettable experience together!
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