Named a 2025 Rising Star by Speakers Magazine, Dr. LaVerne H. Collins is revving up to change the way America sees faith, mental health, and the untold stories of Black womanhood. With a voice that commands attention and a message that transforms lives, Dr. Collins is a speaker who doesn’t just show up—she shifts the atmosphere.
A board-certified counselor, ordained minister, and bestselling author, Dr. Collins is the powerhouse behind OVERLOOKED: Counselor Insights for the Unspoken Issues in Black American Life—a breakthrough book that confronts what traditional therapy often ignores. From systemic bias to cultural grief, she brings the truth to the forefront with compassion, clarity, and cultural precision.
Her signature blend of clinical expertise and spiritual insight is what makes her stand out. She’s not just another speaker checking a diversity box. She is a trauma-informed truth-teller who understands that real healing doesn’t happen in silence or shame. It happens in the presence of honesty, honor, and hope.
Whether on stage or behind the mic of her podcast The MultiCultural Mindset, Dr. Collins is a bold voice in mental wellness, particularly for BIPOC communities. She speaks directly to what many have felt but never said aloud. Her podcast is a weekly liberation session for mental health professionals and everyday people alike—calling us all to decolonize our thinking and prioritize emotional justice.
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Dr. Collins has spoken to packed conference halls, led powerful faith-based workshops, and facilitated deep-dive trainings for therapists, educators, and leaders across the country.
She’s the founder and CEO of New Seasons Counseling, Training, and Consulting—a thriving enterprise designed to help people heal on both a personal and professional level.
Her personal story adds even more depth to her platform. After the loss of her 32-year-old son to suicide, Dr. Collins committed her life to helping families and professionals recognize and respond to the overlooked pain in Black communities. Her message isn’t just informed by research—it’s shaped by heartbreak, healing, and holy resilience.
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Whether you’re planning a faith-based conference, a corporate wellness summit, or a mental health symposium, Dr. LaVerne H. Collins will leave your audience inspired, informed, and ignited.
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2025 belongs to voices that heal, teach, and transform—and Dr. LaVerne H. Collins is one of them. Don’t wait. The time to book her is now.
