Speaking & Engagements
As an expert in adolescent development, eating disorders, parenting, and mental health and wellness, Dr. Gordon is qualified to speak to your audience on a range of topics. Emily will provide expert knowledge, practical tools and in depth understanding and will leave your audience with actionable strategies. She will simplify and summarize complicated and relevant issues to impart a greater sense of understanding, confidence and calm. With over 20 years of clinical experience and almost as many years as a parent herself, Dr. Gordon infuses her talks with current research, a sense of humor, poignant examples, warmth and compassion that encourages a sense of connection, reassurance and optimism. Dr. Gordon can tailor her talk to any topic or need you have and is happy to discuss your specific needs and ideas.
Recent Speaking Engagements
Metrowest Conference for Women
- Sept 2018 – Panel Workshop – How to Feed Yourself: Body, Mind, Self
- Sept 2021 – Panel Workshop – The Time is Now: Prioritize Your Health & Wellness
Wayland Middle School – for PTO/parents and guidance staff
- March 2019 – Body Image & Eating Disorders in Adolescents
- May 2022 – Body Image, Eating Disorders, Adolescent Health & Social Media
Wayland Middle/High Schools Joint PTO
- May 2023 – What You Need to Know: Body Image, Eating Disorders and Your Teen
Wellesley Middle School Guidance Department
- December 2021 – Middle School Guidance: What to Know and Do about Eating Disorders
Wellesley Middle/High School Joint PTO
- December 2021 – What You Need to Know: Body Image, Eating Disorders and Your Teen
Local Parenting Group
- April 2023 – Parenting Teens and Young Adults: What You Need to Know About Mental Health
Media:
September 2023 – Local TV Show
- Parenting: Breaking the Diet Cycle
- Getting Healthy Without Rules: Episode 19, with Lisa Garehly Dahl
May 2021 – Podcast
- Healthy Self-Image
- Quickbites with Andi Freedman
December 2020 – Podcast
Speaking Topics
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Parenting Teens and Young Adults: What You Need to Know About Mental Health
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How to Launch A Human: Getting Through Senior Year
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What You Need to Know: Body Image, Eating Disorders and Your Teen
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Body Image, Eating Disorders, Adolescent Health and Social Media
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Parenting: Breaking the Diet Cycle
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Middle School: What to Know and Do About Eating Disorders
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Healthy Self-Image
I was excited when the opportunity arose for Dr. Emily Gordon to present to parents and school counselors in our community on the topic of preventing eating disorders. Her clear and practical advice was impactful to the school counselors’ work with students. Dr. Gordon has an approachable style and was able to take a broad topic and narrow it down to what school support staff and parents need to know. I would definitely recommend Dr. Gordon as a speaker to schools, families, and the greater community on this important subject.
– Kate M., Department Head School Counseling
Emily has an amazing way of talking about what seems like an ocean of information in a straightforward, calm manner. She provides actionable take-aways and has the ability to boost parental confidence and understanding in a short amount of time. She is empathetic, a pleasure to listen to, and an expert on her many topics of discussion!
– Meg G., parent
As a middle school principal, I was eager to have Dr. Emily Gordon bring her expert knowledge about topics such as body image, eating disorders, and social media to families in our community. Her relatable nature and thoughtful approach to complex adolescent health issues paired beautifully as she offered caregivers valuable information for supporting their adolescents.
– Betsy G., Former Principal, Wayland Middle School