Parenting Talks
Dr Karen Doherty is a recognised public figure in the field of parenting, communication and wellbeing, having delivered talks nationwide to a wide range of audiences. She has been invited to speak at parenting groups, educational settings, professional gatherings, community organisations and national events, sharing evidence-based insights from her research and lived experience.
Featured Topics
1 Simple Way To - Improve Your Child's Wellbeing
1 Simple Way To – Improve Your Child’s Wellbeing (for parents of teenagers)
1 Simple Way To – Boost Your Child’s Self Confidence
1 Simple Way To – Be a Better Parent
1 Simple Way To – Be a Better Parent (for parents of teenagers)
1 Simple Way To – Stop Sibling Rivalry
1 Simple Way To – Get Your Child to Eat Better
1 Simple Way To – Get Your Child to Cooperate
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Previous Talks
Events
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UK Youth, St James' Palace
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The Hay Festival of Literature and The Arts (2010 and 2011)
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Boutique de Noel - Junior League of London
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Brighton Baby Expo
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The Children's Food Festival, Oxfordshire
Banks
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Citibank, London (also broadcast in European offices)
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UBS London (2)
Talks
To Teenagers
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St Paul’s Girls’ School, Brook Green
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The Teen Forum, Kensington
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Francis Holland, Sloane Square (4)
Schools
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Acorn Nursery School
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Belmont Preparatory School, Mill Hill
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Bowes Primary School, New Southgate, London
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City of London School for Girls
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Francis Holland School, Regent’s Park
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Holland Park Pre-Prep School and Nursery (2)
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Merchant Taylors’ Schools, Crosby, Liverpool
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Notting Hill Preparatory School
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Pembridge Hall Preparatory School, Notting Hill
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Putney High School
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St Paul’s Girls’ School, Brook Green
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Winterfold House School, Worcestershire
Conferences
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Girls Schools Association (GSA) Conference, Workshop
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Independent Association of Prep Schools (IAPS) Conference, Plenary
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UK Youth Young Parenthood Conference, Plenary and Workshop
Universities
& Research
Centers
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Magdalen College, Oxford
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University of Southern California, USC, Los Angeles
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Centre for Parent and Child Support, NHS Maudsley Hospital
Book Signings
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Heffer’s Bookshop, Cambridge
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Colet Court, St Paul’s Preparatory School, Barnes
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Godolphin and Latymer School, Hammersmith
Sites &
Associations
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Junior League of London (JLL), Sustainers
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Kensington and Chelsea Women’s Club (KCWC) (3)
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St Mary’s Church Hall, Hammersmith
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St Peter’s Church, Notting Hill (4)
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Waterstone’s Bookstore, Notting Hill
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Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO)
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Daylesford Farm Shop, Gloucestershire
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Daylesford Organic, Notting Hill
Talks Testimonials
‘Your talk generated so much interest you have no idea. Wow! Mrs Popular!!’
Patricia Mitchell
Citigroup, London
‘It is so much more meaningful hearing parenting advice from people who have raised a stack of kids’
Sian Fletcher
UBS, London
‘Your address to the girls was huge fun and gave them much to reflect upon. Thank you so much.’
Clarissa Farr
St Paul's Girl's School
‘Parents clearly enjoyed the evening enormously. I received many grateful comments the next day.’
Jane Cameron
Notting Hill Preparatory School
Get In Touch
All Enquiries
Karen welcomes enquiries. If you would like to collaborate on research, talks, broadcasts or documentary projects, she’d love to hear from you.
Dr Doherty is available for:
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TV, radio, social and other media interviews
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Public speaking
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Collaborations with researchers, universities, foundations and sponsors.