Linda McGhee
Dr. Linda McGhee is an internationally recognized keynote speaker and clinical psychologist addressing the mental health crisis through equity and culture.
Why book Linda McGhee for your next event
- Dr. Linda McGhee delivers clear, research-based insights on the mental health crisis, with a strong focus on culturally responsive assessment and care.
- Her interdisciplinary background as both psychologist and former attorney brings rare depth to conversations on systems, equity, and mental health practice.
- Trusted by national media and global organizations, she engages audiences with authority, relevance, and a grounded, human-centered approach.
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Clinical psychologist, keynote speaker, and expert on mental health, equity, and culturally responsive assessment
Dr. Linda McGhee is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, clinical psychologist, and one of the most prominent voices on the mental health crisis and culturally responsive psychological assessment. She is known for combining clinical expertise, academic rigor, and real-world application in a way that resonates across healthcare, education, government, and professional organizations. Frequently invited to speak to national and international audiences, Dr. McGhee addresses complex issues of equity, culture, and mental health with clarity and credibility. Her engaging style, combined with deep leadership experience in psychology, makes her a trusted speaker for organizations seeking meaningful dialogue and practical insight.
Linda McGhee – A leading voice in mental health and equity
Dr. Linda McGhee is an internationally recognized keynote speaker and clinical psychologist whose work focuses on the mental health crisis and the need for culturally responsive assessment, testing, and treatment for diverse populations. Her expertise sits at the intersection of psychology, equity, and systems, allowing her to address both individual mental health needs and the broader structures that shape access to care. She is frequently invited to deliver keynotes, trainings, and consultations for national and global audiences across healthcare, education, government agencies, and professional organizations.
Keynote speaker with national and global impact
As a keynote speaker, Linda McGhee is known for her engaging and authoritative presence. She brings complex psychological concepts to life while grounding her talks in research, clinical experience, and cultural awareness. Her presentations are designed to inform, challenge, and equip audiences with a deeper understanding of how mental health assessment and treatment must evolve to meet the needs of diverse communities. Organizations value her ability to speak with both academic depth and practical relevance, making her a compelling choice for conferences, leadership events, and professional development programs.
Leadership in psychology and professional influence
Dr. McGhee is a respected leader within the field of psychology. She serves as President-Elect of the Assessment Psychology Section of Division 12, the Society of Clinical Psychology, within the American Psychological Association. She is also a former President of the Maryland Psychological Association. In addition, she serves as a mental health expert for the Steve Fund and the Sonrise Project, contributing her expertise to initiatives focused on mental health equity and access. These leadership roles reflect her influence on the direction of assessment practices and culturally responsive care in psychology.
Media presence and public engagement
Linda McGhee is a trusted national media voice on mental health. Her expertise has been featured in leading publications including The Washington Post, The New York Times, Forbes, and The Huffington Post. She recently appeared in a CBS/BET television special focused on Black youth and mental health, offering insight into culturally informed approaches to care. She is also featured in the documentary My Name Is Peaches, which explores womanism and psychological well-being. Through media, film, and public discourse, Dr. McGhee helps shape conversations around mental health in diverse communities.
Academic expertise and interdisciplinary background
Before becoming one of the foremost authorities on culturally sensitive psychological assessment, Dr. McGhee practiced as an attorney. This background gives her a rare interdisciplinary perspective that strengthens her work at the intersection of mental health, equity, and systems. She earned her Psy.D. from George Washington University and currently teaches assessment and diversity in the university’s Forensic Psychology program. She also serves as Visiting Faculty in the GWU Psy.D. program, where she helps train the next generation of psychologists in ethical, culturally responsive practice.
Author, educator, and podcast host
In addition to her speaking and clinical work, Dr. McGhee is a published author on culturally responsive psychological assessment. She is also the creator and host of the Multicultural Psychologist podcast, where she explores issues of culture, identity, and mental health with depth and nuance. Through writing, teaching, and conversation, she continues to influence how assessment and treatment are understood and practiced.
Book Linda McGhee for your event
Booking Dr. Linda McGhee means bringing a speaker who combines clinical authority, leadership experience, and cultural insight. Her keynotes are thoughtful, impactful, and grounded in both science and lived reality, making her a powerful choice for organizations seeking to engage seriously with mental health, equity, and culturally responsive care.
Keynotes
Keynote by Linda McGhee:
Race, Trauma, and Mental Health: Understanding the Full Human Impact
Dr. McGhee examines how racial identity, systemic inequities, and lived experience intersect with mental health across the lifespan. This powerful presentation helps audiences understand racial trauma, its psychological consequences, and pathways toward healing at both individual and institutional levels. She explores how historical and contemporary experiences of racism shape stress responses, identity development, and psychological well-being, while also addressing the cumulative impact of microaggressions and structural barriers.
Audiences leave with a deeper understanding of trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches that support healing, resilience, and meaningful change within systems and communities.
Keynote by Linda McGhee:
Culturally Responsive Assessment: Equity, Accuracy, and Ethical Care
Drawing on decades of expertise, Dr. McGhee explores how culture influences diagnosis, testing, and assessment and how bias can lead to misdiagnosis and harm. Audiences gain practical strategies for improving accuracy, fairness, and ethical decision-making in psychological assessment. This keynote highlights common pitfalls in traditional assessment models, examines the real-world consequences of culturally uninformed practices, and offers concrete guidance for integrating cultural context into evaluation and treatment planning.
It is especially relevant for clinicians, educators, and organizations committed to ethical care and equitable outcomes.
Keynote by Linda McGhee:
Understanding Bias: From Awareness to Action
This engaging and evidence-based talk explores how bias develops, how it shows up in workplaces and institutions, and the psychological toll it takes. Dr. McGhee moves audiences beyond awareness, offering concrete tools to interrupt bias and foster inclusive, psychologically safe environments. She connects individual attitudes to systemic patterns, helping participants recognize how bias influences decision-making, relationships, and organizational culture.
The session equips leaders and teams with actionable strategies to promote accountability, reduce harm, and create environments where people can perform, contribute, and thrive.
Keynote by Linda McGhee:
Racial Trauma and Therapy: What Clinicians and Systems Must Know
An essential session for mental health professionals and organizations seeking to better support clients and communities impacted by racial trauma. Dr. McGhee addresses clinical implications, treatment considerations, and culturally informed approaches to care. She explores how racial trauma presents in therapeutic settings, how it may be overlooked or minimized, and what clinicians and systems must do to respond effectively.
This keynote emphasizes ethical responsibility, clinical competence, and the importance of aligning therapeutic practice with the lived realities of diverse clients.
Keynote by Linda McGhee:
Mental Health at Work: Building Healthy, Sustainable Organizations
Focused on today’s mental health crisis, this presentation equips leaders and organizations with practical strategies to support employee well-being, reduce burnout, and create cultures that prioritize psychological health and resilience. Dr. McGhee examines how workplace structures, expectations, and inequities contribute to stress and disengagement, while offering clear guidance on building supportive systems.
Audiences gain insight into how leadership practices, policies, and culture directly affect mental health and how intentional change can lead to healthier, more sustainable organizations.
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