Organizational psychologist and author Melissa Doman empowers
organizations to address leadership mental health with honesty, clarity,
and practical tools.
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It was a privilege to work with Melissa, she is an enthusiastic speaker who brings passion, commitment, and practical insights. It was an engaging discussion extremely well received by delegates. A truly inspiring person to work with
Jane Nicholson-Bliss
Institute of Leadership & Management
Melissa Doman, MA, is an Organizational Psychologist, former Clinical Mental Health Therapist, and the author of two groundbreaking books: Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work (Here’s Why And How To Do It Really Well) and Cornered Office: Why We Need To Talk About Leadership Mental Health. She is also the Founder of The Workplace Mental Health Method™, a globally relevant framework for empowering teams to communicate more effectively about mental health, interpersonal dynamics, and team culture.
With a master’s degree in counseling psychology and a strong foundation in clinical therapy, Melissa bridges psychological science with real-world business insight. Her work transforms awareness into practical, lasting change.
She has partnered with organizations across sectors and continents, including Google, Dow Jones, Microsoft, Salesforce, Siemens, Estée Lauder, Janssen, and the Orlando City Soccer Club, delivering powerful keynotes and workshops that drive meaningful conversations at work.
Melissa brings a global perspective shaped by living in South Korea, England, and Australia, and traveling to nearly 50 countries. This international lens allows her to adapt her message to resonate across industries, geographies, and cultures.
She has spoken at SXSW and is frequently featured as a subject matter expert by leading media outlets such as CNN, BBC, CNBC, Vogue, NPR, Inc., Fast Company, and was named one of LinkedIn’s Top 10 Voices on Mental Health in 2022.
Her work is rooted in science and empathy, with one clear goal: to equip companies, individuals, and leaders to have constructive, honest conversations about mental health and team dynamics. If you're ready to create sustainable change in how your organization connects, communicates, and supports its people, book Melissa Doman for your next event and help bring mental health to the heart of workplace culture.
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It was a privilege to work with Melissa, she is an enthusiastic speaker who brings passion, commitment, and practical insights. It was an engaging discussion extremely well received by delegates. A truly inspiring person to work with
Jane Nicholson-Bliss Institute of Leadership & Management
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Starting a mental well-being conversation in a corporate setting of over 400 professionals can be challenging, but inviting Mel to guest speak at our monthly call was a game-changer. She spoke in a professional yet down-to-earth and non-scripted manner that left everyone feeling refreshed and comfortable. We were amazed by the level of engagement that Mel brought out in our team and the positive response that we received following the session. She went above and beyond our expectations by sending written answers to the questions that we didn’t get to during the session so that we could share them with the team. We can’t recommend her enough
Siemens Steve Kanaplue: Director - Risk Management
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The authentic approach Melissa takes in helping companies understand the importance of talking about mental health at work is necessary for every company! Her expertise and knowledge on this subject is delivered in a way that all audiences leave touched, moved, and inspired for change. We were honored to have her teach a Mental Wellness Series at Bumble and bumble
Bumble and bumble Julie Cassidy: Director of Sales NA East
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Mel is an amazing speaker and a subject matter expert on the topic of mental health. I participated in a fireside chat with Mel for my organization’s mental health and disabilities ERG, Kindred. We discussed topics relevant to the issues/ concerns that employees face as they near the company’s “return to the office” date. Mel was phenomenal! She spoke about difficult and complex topics in a very easy-to-understand and relatable way. Our employees were motivated by the energy that Mel brought to the room. She shared tools and coping techniques that employees can leverage to manage their situations on a daily basis. It was my pleasure to have been able to work with such a gifted talent.
Estée Lauder Latricia Parker - VP of Global Benefits
Keynote by Melissa Doman:
What happens when stress becomes a daily norm—and no one knows how to manage it effectively?
Many employees feel constantly overwhelmed, yet most workplace solutions offer generic advice that doesn’t stick. This keynote takes a practical, science-based approach to stress management, helping individuals identify and protect their own Mental Wellbeing Non-Negotiables™—the boundaries and habits essential for staying focused, resilient, and well.
Instead of adding more to the to-do list, this session simplifies how teams can manage stress realistically and sustainably. It blends psychological insight with real-world tools that teams can immediately apply.
Audience takeaway:
Identify personal stress triggers and respond with intention
Define and maintain mental wellbeing boundaries
Build healthier habits and team communication that support performance
Keynote by Melissa Doman:
What happens when team tension lingers—and no one feels equipped to deal with it?
Unspoken conflict and miscommunication can quietly erode performance, trust, and morale. Even the most capable teams struggle when conversations turn uncomfortable, and without the right approach, issues often get buried instead of resolved.
This keynote offers a practical, psychology-based framework for addressing conflict and communication breakdowns before they impact the bigger picture. It focuses on creating a healthier, more connected team culture where openness and respect are the norm—not the exception.
Audience takeaways:
Techniques for addressing conflict before it damages team dynamics
Tools for clear, respectful, and effective workplace communication
Strategies to build trust and improve collaboration through honest dialogue
Keynote by Melissa Doman:
What happens when leaders are expected to stay composed—but are facing just as much uncertainty as their teams?
In fast-changing environments, the pressure to provide clarity while managing personal stress is real—and rarely addressed. Most leadership advice skips over how to lead when answers aren’t clear.
This keynote offers a psychology-based, practical approach to navigating uncertainty as a leader. It focuses on managing internal pressure, communicating with transparency, and staying grounded without having all the solutions.
Melissa Doman helps leaders turn uncertainty into an opportunity for connection, stability, and trust.
Audience takeaway:
Tools to manage the personal impact of uncertainty
Communication strategies that foster trust and transparency
Mindsets that keep teams grounded—even when conditions aren’t
Keynote by Melissa Doman:
Do you need someone to spark real interest in your company about mental health? Melissa’s “motivational cattle prod style” inspires and motivates employees to take action now.
She starts the conversation in a way that’s engaging, relatable, and refreshingly realistic—offering reassurance that it’s not only okay to talk about mental health at work, but essential. Her delivery is informative, research-backed, and designed to include the audience in meaningful ways.
Whether you’re looking to shift culture, strengthen communication, or give your teams practical tools they can use immediately, Melissa offers a range of high-impact keynotes to meet your organization where it is.
Melissa offers keynotes on the following topics:
Co-fireside interview with Melissa Doman and Benj Gershman:
Mental health at work matters in every industry, not just "traditional" ones.
The original bassist of O.A.R. and host of the What Could Be Bad podcast, Benj Gershman, and Organizational Psychologist, Mental Health at Work Specialist, & Author of Yes, You Can Talk About Mental Health at Work (Here's Why and How To Do It Really Well), Melissa Doman, M.A. want to bring this candid, and necessary, conversation into as many spaces as possible.
This co-fireside interview will explore:
Fireside interview by Melissa Doman:
Sometimes the best learning and education are delivered through storytelling and intentional conversations. And, real-time role modeling from people in your business.
Fireside interviews are a great way to get your employees and leaders involved in events so the rest of your organization can hear from “one of their own”, which will encourage your colleagues, employees, and leaders to really pay attention to talking about mental health at work.
Don’t want to just host ‘another webinar’? Inquire about a fireside interview to host your next mental health at work event in an accessible, engaging, & approachable setting.
Melissa offers fireside interviews on the following topics:
Workshop by Melissa Doman:
Looking for workshops that actually create impact—not just tick a box? Melissa offers live, interactive workshops, seminars, and team facilitation sessions that are available both virtually and onsite. Pre-recorded trainings are also available for added flexibility. Each session is designed to be time-efficient, highly engaging, and packed with actionable insights.
Whether delivered as a workshop, webinar, or facilitated team session, Melissa’s approach includes interactive education, meaningful reflection, group discussion, and clear individual and team-level takeaways.
Melissa offers workshops on the following topics:
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