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As a Speaker
I bring research, clinical expertise, and lived experience to engaging presentations on self-acceptance, body image, eating disorders, and mental health. Whether speaking to professionals or the public, my goal is to make complex topics accessible, spark meaningful conversations, and leave audiences with practical insights they can use right away.
Photos by Chestnut Creative, Director’s Garage, and other wonderful photographers! Thank you!
Now Booking Keynotes & Professional Trainings
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Now Booking Keynotes & Professional Trainings 〰️
Interested in bringing Alli to your organization?
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Keynotes & Community Presentations
How to Feel Good(er) About Yourself
What if the secret to feeling good—or at least good(er)—about yourself isn't about fixing or changing yourself? Discover a refreshingly realistic approach to building steady confidence—one that can withstand mistakes, criticism, and uncertainty. (Y'know… life.)
A Safe Place to Talk About Body Image and Eating Disorders
Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or teacher, navigating concerns about eating and body image can be challenging. Join an approachable conversation about recognizing warning signs, having difficult discussions, and offering support that can make a difference. NOTE: Alli is the lead author of My Child Has an Eating Disorder (Bloomsbury Academic).
Clinical Talks for Healthcare Professionals
How Can I Help? When Eating Disorder Concerns Emerge in Your Practice
You don't have to be a specialist to make a difference. Learn to recognize overlooked signs, start important conversations, and respond with confidence. Available as a 1-, 1.5-, 2-, 3-, or 4-hour presentation.
How “Normal” Social Media Practices Can Interfere With Treatment
Could everyday social media habits be undermining treatment progress? Discover how seemingly harmless online behaviors can complicate clinical care. Available as a 1-, 1.5-, or 2-hour presentation.
How “Normal” Health Practices Can Interfere With Treatment
When do healthy habits become barriers to treatment? Explore how seemingly ordinary diet, exercise, and wellness practices can complicate clinical care. Available as a 1-, 1.5-, or 2-hour presentation.
Selected Speaking & Presentations
For the public
The Minds Journal — Expert Mind Talk (Upcoming, 2026)
Invited expert speaker, Supporting a Child (Of Any Age) Through an Eating Disorder
Pennington’s Books — Chattanooga (2026)
Guest expert, A Safe Place to Talk About Body Image and Eating Disorders
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) (2025)
Co-presenter, “My Kid Has an Eating Disorder, HELP!” Supporting Your Loved One of Any Age
F.E.A.S.T. (2022–2023)
Invited presenter, caregiver education programs including Permission to Parent and 30-Days
Cincinnati NEDA Walk (2016)
Keynote: Invited speaker, “You Are Enough. We Are Enough.”
For professionals
Rutgers Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology (2026)
Co-presenter, Practical Tools for Treating Body Dissatisfaction and Eating Disorders
NetworkED Gateway to Innovation Conference — St. Louis (2026)
Co-presenter, closing presentation, An Evolving, Practice-Based Approach to Eating Disorder Treatment: Expanding Family Involvement in Outpatient Care
NetworkED Gateway to Innovation Conference — St. Louis (2026)
Invited panelist, Authors on the Couch
California Pathways to Practice — Los Angeles (2026)
Presenter, How Can I Help? Answers for Therapists Without Much Training in Eating Disorders
California Association of Marriage and Family Therapists Annual Conference (2024)
Presenter, What’s Treatment-Interfering About “Normal” Social Media and Health Practices?
UCLA Emerging Themes in Behavioral Health Conference (2024)
Presenter, How Can “Normal” Social Media and Health Practices Interfere with Treatment?
Harvard Alumni for Mental Health / Fashion, Luxury, and Retail (2023)
Invited panelist, The Power of Pixels on Self-Perception
International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Symposium (2023)
Keynote: Invited panelist, Q&A and Discussion on Multi-Disciplinary Treatment Teams
International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Symposium (2021–2023)
Co-presenter and faculty, Certified Eating Disorders Specialist Core Curriculum
Audience Feedback
Meet Alli
I created the #ShakeIt for Self-Acceptance initiative to spark honest conversations about shame, mental health, body image, and the barriers to self-acceptance. Through fun, movement, and dance, I brought people together to explore serious topics in an accessible, joyful way.
This clip captures one of my earliest public events.
Q&As
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Because your audience won’t just listen—they’ll leave with tools, insights, and a fire to claim, own, and live their FULL story.