Speaker | Trauma & Mental Health Specialist | Leadership Consultant
Dr. Denyse H. Turner is a speaker, trauma specialist, and leadership consultant who helps individuals, churches, organizations, and leadership teams understand trauma, build emotional health, and rebuild after life’s most difficult experiences.
With over 50 years of experience in ministry, mental health, leadership, and community service, Dr. Turner brings a unique combination of professional expertise, real-life experience, and practical strategies that leave audiences informed, equipped, and inspired.
Dr. Turner is available for conferences, workshops, leadership trainings, retreats, universities, corporate wellness events, and virtual presentations.
Speaking Topics
Trauma & Emotional Health
- Understanding Trauma and Its Impact on the Brain, Body, and Behavior
- Life After Trauma: Rebuilding, Not Just Surviving
- Emotional Healing After Loss, Abuse, or Crisis
- When Strong People Break: Hidden Trauma in Leaders and Caregivers
Leadership & Organizations
- Trauma-Informed Leadership
- Preventing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
- Leading Through Crisis and Difficult Seasons
- Building Emotionally Healthy Churches and Organizations
Domestic Violence & Abuse Awareness
- I Didn’t Know It Was Abuse… Now What?
- Emotional and Psychological Abuse
- How Churches and Leaders Should Respond to Abuse
- The Cost of Silence: Why People Stay and How to Help
Faith, Resilience & Life Transitions
- Rebuilding Your Life After the Storm
- When Life Doesn’t Turn Out Like You Planned
- Silent Struggles: The Battles People Fight in Private
- From Surviving to Rising
Presentation Formats
- Keynote Presentations (45–60 minutes)
- Workshops (2–3 hours)
- Half-Day Trainings
- Full-Day Trainings
- Conferences (Multiple Sessions)
- Leadership/Staff Trainings
- Retreats
- Virtual Events/Webinars
All presentations are customized to meet the needs of your organization and audience.
Speaking Honorarium
Speaking honorariums vary depending on event type, location, and length of engagement.
A Speaker Rate Sheet is available upon request.
Ministry and nonprofit rates are available for qualifying organizations.
Travel Policy
For events requiring travel, the host organization is responsible for travel accommodations, including airfare, hotel, and ground transportation.
Airfare must be handled in one of the following ways:
- The host organization purchases the flight directly, or
- Airfare is paid in advance and then booked by our office.
Please note that airline prices change frequently, and price quotes are only valid for 24 hours. Any price increases due to delayed payment are the responsibility of the host organization.
Travel is not booked until payment is received.
A full Travel & Honorarium Policy document will be provided upon booking.
Booking Process
To book Dr. Turner for your event:
- Submit a BOOKING INQUIRY.
- We will schedule a call to discuss your event, audience, and needs.
- You will receive a Speaking Agreement, Rate Sheet, and Travel Policy when date/event is confirmed.
- Your date is secured once the deposit is received and the agreement is signed.
Booking Inquiries
Email: letschat@ladydrdenyse.com
Website: denysehturner.com
We look forward to partnering with you to create a meaningful and impactful event for your audience.