Speaking

I know about stress-induced depression and anxiety both as a neuroscientist and as a trauma survivor.

I speak from both perspectives every time I speak to an audience.

I would be honored to speak to yours.

Videos

Highlight reel of "Leaving the Shadowland"

FULL version of "Grace Upon Grace"

Headshots

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About Pamela Coburn-Litvak

Professional Speaking Associations

I am a member of two professional organizations for speakers. Please visit my profiles at: SpeakerHub and Christian Women Speakers.

My Speaking Experience

Up until recently, I taught in university classrooms and did public health seminars on the side when I had time.

If you’ve read my story, you know that I have decided to flip that and go into speaking and writing full-time.

My past speaking venues have included:

Church events
College/University assemblies
Health conference workshops and breakout sessions

I am also interested in speaking for professional associations and corporate wellness programs.

My Speaking Expertise and Style

I work from a solid foundation of scientific knowledge – I figure that’s why people hire me.

But I also understand that no one wants to listen to an hour or more of nerdy-science-techno-jargon. So I don’t use it. Instead, I use story and metaphor as my narrative. I’ve even been known to sing a song or two on stage, at no extra charge. 😉

Here are some comments from previous audiences:

Practical insights

Pam Coburn-Litvak brings practical insights into stress management from a wealth of knowledge regarding brain function.

Her quiet, confident approach to life shows the maturing effect of having lived in New York City during and after the 9-11 tragedy which for her brought deep recommitment to living a life of service to others at its fullest."

Norman

2018-03-22T23:27:19+00:00

Norman

Pam Coburn-Litvak brings practical insights into stress management from a wealth of knowledge regarding brain function. Her quiet, confident approach to life shows the maturing effect of having lived in New York City during and after the 9-11 tragedy which for her brought deep recommitment to living a life of service to others at its fullest."

https://leavingtheshadowland.com/testimonials/practical-insights/

Wonderful weekend stress seminar

I would like to thank you in a very special way for taking time out from your busy schedule to come to our church and give such a wonderful weekend stress seminar."

Opal

2018-03-22T22:41:04+00:00

Opal

I would like to thank you in a very special way for taking time out from your busy schedule to come to our church and give such a wonderful weekend stress seminar."

https://leavingtheshadowland.com/testimonials/1096/

Realistic explanation

You provided a realistic explanation to help us understand how and why stress and depression affect our brain and body.”

Irene

2018-03-22T22:46:42+00:00

Irene

You provided a realistic explanation to help us understand how and why stress and depression affect our brain and body.”

https://leavingtheshadowland.com/testimonials/realistic-explanation/

Cream of the crop

As a motivational speaker and wholistic wellness advocate for many years, I have listened to countless presentations on stress, but Dr. Coburn-Litvak’s program is the cream of the crop.

It is the finest, scientifically well researched and logically presented program on stress I have ever encountered. Dr. Coburn-Litvak has exceptional ability to present deep scientific information in the language of the lay man."

Isaac

2018-03-22T22:43:26+00:00

Isaac

As a motivational speaker and wholistic wellness advocate for many years, I have listened to countless presentations on stress, but Dr. Coburn-Litvak’s program is the cream of the crop. It is the finest, scientifically well researched and logically presented program on stress I have ever encountered. Dr. Coburn-Litvak has exceptional ability to present deep scientific information in the language of the lay man."

https://leavingtheshadowland.com/testimonials/cream-of-the-crop/

Far beyond my expectations

This stress seminar has helped me tremendously, far beyond my expectations. The scientific presentations were adapted to laymen like me.”

Keithroy

2018-03-22T23:01:58+00:00

Keithroy

This stress seminar has helped me tremendously, far beyond my expectations. The scientific presentations were adapted to laymen like me.”

https://leavingtheshadowland.com/testimonials/1100/

Balanced and encouraging

Thank you, Dr. Pam, for such a balanced, encouraging presentation. I'm so motivated to transform my stressors into resilient behaviors.”

Judy

2018-03-22T22:39:34+00:00

Judy

Thank you, Dr. Pam, for such a balanced, encouraging presentation. I'm so motivated to transform my stressors into resilient behaviors.”

https://leavingtheshadowland.com/testimonials/balanced-and-encouraging/

Excellent and so knowledgable

Your presentation on the Shadowlands of Stress and Depression was very well received and we were all blessed with greater knowledge on how the mind works and things we can do to prevent depression! Comments about your presentation: “excellent and so knowledgable!"

Janice

2018-03-22T22:49:03+00:00

Janice

Your presentation on the Shadowlands of Stress and Depression was very well received and we were all blessed with greater knowledge on how the mind works and things we can do to prevent depression! Comments about your presentation: “excellent and so knowledgable!"

https://leavingtheshadowland.com/testimonials/excellent-and-so-knowledgable/

Presentation Types

Keynote
Workshops and breakout sessions
Sermons
Weekend seminar (up to 10 hours)

Frequently Requested Topics

Leaving the Shadowland of Stess, Depression, and Anxiety

This presentation covers research-based principles that can guide us out of the shadowlands of stress-induced depression and back into the light of peace and mental well-being. Suitable for secular and faith-based audiences. (40-50 minutes)

Grace Upon Grace - A Story of Forgiveness

This personal story describes the abuse I suffered as a child and how I finally made peace with the offender. Suitable for faith-based audiences. (40-50 minutes)

Stress Beyond Coping

A flexible weekend seminar covering a wide range of research-based, stress management principles: time management, rest, exercise, nutrition, relationships, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, and the role of faith in stress management. Suitable for secular and faith-based audiences. Presented in one-hour increments for up to ten hours.

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I know about stress-induced depression and anxiety both as a neuroscientist and as a trauma survivor. I speak from both perspectives every time I speak to an audience. I would be honored to speak to yours.