Dr. Susie Hansley Ph.D.

Engaging science-based keynotes and workshops that equip your people to perform without burnout.

Travels from Durham NC, USA

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Speaks on:

Personal Growth

Resilience

Stress Management

Teamwork

Speaks to:

Associations & Membership Orgs

Nonprofits & NGOs

Other / Cross-Industry

Small & Medium Businesses (SMBs)

Formats:

Keynote

Workshop

Breakout


TEDxSugarCreek Women Speaker, March 2026

Audience members say

Dr. Susie transforms audiences with her science-based approach to stress management, creating "ah-ha moments" that resonate deeply in today's challenging environment. She demystifies complex wellness concepts into practical tools that participants can immediately apply, fostering a safe space where real-life experiences spark genuine connection. Attendees leave her sessions feeling relieved, inspired, and equipped with actionable strategies to notice emotions, reflect on personal energy, and reduce stress—describing her guidance as "exactly what I needed today" and her coaching as "very effective."
Key Audience Outcomes
  • Participants gained practical tools for immediate stress reduction.

  • Attendees developed a greater awareness of their emotions and how they impact their energy levels.

  • Individuals learned to recognize and address stress through simple, actionable steps.

  • Participants felt empowered to let go of unnecessary pressure and celebrate accomplishments.

Dr. Susie's Bio

Dr. Susie Hansley is a keynote speaker, stress resilience trainer, and award-winning storyteller. She works with leaders and organizations to create psychologically safe environments where stress is understood as biology, not weakness. The result: improved communication, stronger retention, and teams that handle change and uncertainty with resilience. Susie leverages her unique experience as a stress resilience expert, former tenure-track professor, and Master Coach to deliver fun and interactive presentations. Her keynotes and workshops help people and teams build resilience and emotional intelligence so that they can thrive and fulfill their potential. A first-generation Mexican American with a Ph.D. in English from Brown University and an M.S. in Technical Communication from North Carolina State University, Susie brings a fresh perspective to every audience.

TYPICAL FEE

Private

Varies based on date, location, and engagement type

What you will receive

A detailed quote with pricing, availability, add-ons, and travel info that's ready to share with your team.


Dr. Susie Offers the Following Talks

Stress ManagementTeamwork

From Stressed Out to Resilient: Understanding the Science of Stress

  • Why we burn out - and how to prevent it.

  • How to tell the difference between helpful stress and harmful stress - and how to reduce the latter.

  • Tools to reset stress FAST - so you can get back to what you need to do

  • How to build stress-resilient teams that achieve goals - TOGETHER.

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ResiliencePersonal Growth

The Gift of Choice: Finding Your Power in Any Circumstance

  • Why we feel powerless in challenging circumstances - and how to find your agency

  • How to tell the difference between circumstances you can change and ones you can't - and where to focus your energy

  • Tools to shift from victim thinking to empowered choice-making - so you can move forward powerfully

  • How to transform your most difficult experiences into sources of strength and service - TOGETHER

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Frequently Asked Questions on Working With Dr. Susie

Yes - I will customize to your industry, organization, and/or theme.


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