Dr. Jody Carrington

As a clinical psychologist and practitioner within a variety of organizations, Dr. Jody Carrington believes that every successful team must have the inherent ability to repair and reconnect if they ever hope to serve their clients well. In this keynote, Jody addresses the essentials to leadership that are often overlooked - building, healthy foundational relationships that foster a positive, dynamic workplace. By combining her expertise as a workplace leader and clinical psychologist, Dr. Jody motivates leaders and teams to change their team-building approach from the inside out. Bringing fresh ways of thinking to classic problems, and bringing uplifting (and hilarious) stories to elevate the message, audiences leave inspired and empowered to make change.

Many organizations continue to witness the impact of burnout, with reduced morale, low productivity and a lack of innovation . Emotional exhaustion, a lack of compassion, and an experience of futility have become common experiences for many teams. Dr. Jody has begun walking hundreds of organizations through the process of reconnection to combat burnout and build mental resilience. She provides specific strategies to shift culture, bringing hilarity and truth while reigniting purpose and productivity with this game-changing talk.

In a time of constant change, pressure, and uncertainty, organizations don’t need louder leaders—they need unshakable ones. Yet very few organizations understand the psychology and neurophysiology shaping today’s leaders and teams, or what it actually takes to bring out the best in people under stress. This talk reframes leadership from the inside out, showcasing how nervous system literacy, predictability, repair, and presence first stabilize them, and only then, the people they lead. Organizations that understand these underpinnings can’t unsee them—and the result is transformative: leaders who remain steady under pressure, teams who feel safe enough to engage fully, and workplaces where purpose, empathy, innovation, and creativity can finally thrive.

Trust is the foundation of every meaningful relationship—it fuels connection, drives collaboration, and strengthens leadership, parenting, teaching, and personal relationships. Yet, trust is fragile; without it, communication falters, motivation wanes, and relationships break down. Building and maintaining trust requires intentional effort. It starts with self-awareness and consistency, leading with vulnerability, and fostering psychological safety—creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued. Trust is reinforced by honoring commitments, showing up authentically, and practicing deep, active listening. And when trust is broken? Repairing it requires acknowledgment, sincere apology, and changed behavior. Trust isn’t a one-time achievement—it’s a lifelong practice that fuels stronger connections, better communication, and a lasting impact in all areas of life. Audience Takeaways: • How to build trust through consistency, vulnerability, and psychological safety • Practical strategies to repair trust when it’s broken and strengthen relationships in the process • Why trust is the secret ingredient to leadership, teamwork, and personal connection

From relentless curriculum demands to the persistent challenge of digital distractions, today’s educators face unprecedented pressures. Renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Jody Carrington draws on her extensive experience to deliver an urgent, insightful message that educators didn’t know they needed. Blending her lived experience and research, Jody emphasizes that connection isn’t simply an additional task—it's the foundation upon which teaching and learning are built. Through this keynote, Dr. Jody demonstrates how authentic connection supports emotional regulation, resilience, and ultimately academic success, both within the classroom and beyond. Audiences will leave with practical tools and a renewed understanding of how prioritizing connection transforms education systems from the inside out.

Emotional Intelligence has long been discussed as a requirement for the “soft skills” in organizations; the things considered secondary after ensuring policies and procedures were firmly in place. Turns out, however, that the most mentally well, productive, and best-led teams these days, have a clear understanding of emotional intelligence. Despite technological advances that allow for efficiency and less face-to-face connection than ever before, we cannot automate relationships. In this talk, Dr. Carrington helps audiences understand how to better perceive, control, and evaluate emotions, both in oneself and in others. This leads to more impactful leadership, reduces experiences of burnout and helps people better navigate challenging conversations and change. From a neuro-physiological perspective, we will walk through what it means to access the best parts of ourselves and our employees and discuss practical, easily implemented strategies to create the most successful, connected teams.

In today’s fast-paced, high-pressure workplaces, disconnection has become one of the greatest challenges facing teams. Miscommunication, burnout, and constant change can quietly erode trust and collaboration​ - yet the strength of any organization ultimately rests on the quality of its relationships. In this energizing and deeply human keynote, Dr. Jody Carrington explores the transformative power of reconnection. As a renowned psychologist and one of North America’s most sought-after speakers, Dr. Jody brings humor, candor, and powerful insight into how authentic relationships are built, strengthened, and repaired. The truth is: we are not born knowing how to repair ruptures in relationships​ - we must learn it. When leaders and teams understand how to reconnect after moments of stress, conflict, or change, they create cultures rooted in trust, resilience, and belonging. Through engaging stories, research-based insight, and practical takeaways, Dr. Jody will challenge attendees to rethink the way they show up for one another​ - within their teams, their organizations, and the communities they serve. Participants will leave with: - A deeper understanding of why reconnection is essential to strong teams and cultures - Practical tools for repairing disconnection and strengthening trust - Strategies for fostering environments where people feel seen, valued, and supported - Renewed clarity on the role authentic relationships play in organizational success Insightful, relatable, and often hilarious, ​Jody will reminds us that when we learn how to reconnect​ - with ourselves and with each other​ - we build the kind of cultures where people and organizations truly thrive.