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Emerge yourself into an experience of identifying ways to use your past experiences, your present self and your future goals to cultivate your "Dream Identity." As a Mental Health Therapist, Danesha connects her down-to-earth talk style along with psycho-educational tools and interactive activities to share life transformative messages for internal growth that is required for external success. Her multifaceted approach of public speaking includes mindfulness exercises to build active attention in the present moment, mental health tips to shift circumstantial perspectives and expressive art techniques to help you create your vision for the future. Step into your Dream Identity.
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Kelsey H.
February 7, 2024Danesha delivered a remarkable presentation on mental health and stigma reduction for our autistic adults at My Autism Connection, showcasing a perfect blend of intelligence, kindness, and passion. From the outset, it was evident that this is more than a profession for her—it's a genuine commitment. Danesha's expertise shone through as she combined research, personal anecdotes, and practical strategies, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. Her interactive approach fostered a supportive environment for open dialogue, and her compassion created a safe space for discussion. The presentation was not only informative but also transformative, offering valuable insights and actionable steps tailored to the unique needs of our community. Danesha's impactful presentation undoubtedly contributes to fostering a more inclusive and supportive environment, making her an exemplary speaker for anyone seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate advocate for mental health and stigma reduction.
Hired as: Leadership/Success Speaker
Price range: $200 and up
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 120 minutes
Insurance: $30,000 - mental health professional liability coverage
Creative Release, Self-Exploration & Collaborative Healing!
Danesha is a Mental Health Counselor and founder of Dream Identity Counseling located in the state of Florida. The organization was created to help Healthcare workers, minorities, youth and their families learn how to break generational cycles, remove unhealthy norms, and take advantage of the resources and support that can be given to us in efforts to follow our dreams despite our past and current experiences. Danesha works under the belief that Community is built within each individual.
“If we are all individually accountable for how we are cultivating our best self, we create a greater community.”
-Danesha
Dream Identity means the ability to be your authentic self, internally and externally. Guided by her purpose of encouraging others to identify their personal strengths and attributes that are unique to creating their authentic selves and work towards overcoming life challenges through creative release. Danesha has created multiple services in the mental health field to promote holistic wellness within the community. The initiative for people, especially minorities, to continue to find hope in their outcomes began in 2020. In the brink of Covid-19 and the highlight of racial injustice, the experience of defeat and lost dreams encompassed the country. Danesha began a purpose driven mission to improve the state of mental health for minorities by providing psycho-educational videos on youtube about effective coping. Danesha also started the online Art-to-Heart segments to help families use artistic and creative release while at home. These segments eventually led to in person wellness consulting through public speaking and in person Art-to-Heart art therapy technique and release groups to serve people of the SWFL community.
Inspired by the people in her life that continue to maintain a positive outlook, authentic character and faith in some of their darkest moments of life, their will to strive showed Danesha that failure is only when you stop trying, not when life shifts direction. Teaching her that dreams are made from constant trial and error and change is inevitable to create our "Dream Identity."
-If public speaking includes visual preferences, a video screen is required.
-If public speaking includes Art-to-Heart Services, tables for guest to participate in art are required.
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