Public Speaking and Presentations

Annie Harton Kassell, MA, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is an engaging and insightful speaker available to inspire and educate audiences at your next event. As the founder of You Are More, LLC, Annie brings a wealth of expertise in mental health, relationships, and personal growth, informed by her extensive clinical experience and passion for empowering individuals, couples, and families. Her dynamic presentations blend practical wisdom, therapeutic insights, and a faith-based perspective, tailored to resonate with diverse audiences.

Background and Expertise

Annie holds a Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Indiana Wesleyan University and an M.A. in Theology from the University of Notre-Dame, complementing her undergraduate studies in psychology and religious studies from Saint Mary’s College. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Indiana, Ohio, Florida, South Carolina, Arizona, Iowa, and New Jersey. Her therapeutic approach draws from evidence-based modalities such as Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and the Gottman Method, as well as tools like PREPARE/ENRICH and the 5 Love Languages.

With over a decade of experience, Annie has worked with diverse populations, including singles, couples, families, and youth, in settings ranging from private practice to school-based therapy and ministry. Her prior roles include coordinating infant baptism preparation and RCIA at a parish, where she guided individuals and families through significant life transitions. Annie’s personal and professional journey, including her reflections on singleness shared in her book and podcast, equips her to connect authentically with audiences.

Speaking Experience

Annie has a proven track record of delivering impactful presentations:

Executive Speaker Series and Panels: 
Collaborated with leadership teams to facilitate monthly events, engaging professionals in discussions on personal and relational growth.

Community and Faith-Based Events: Spoken at Notre Dame’s McGrath Institute and other venues, addressing topics like women’s empowerment and the intersection of faith and mental health.

Workshops and Retreats: Led sessions for singles and couples, focusing on communication, emotional resilience, and purposeful living, often integrating her Single Truth narrative.

School and Youth Programs: Shared insights on mental health and communication with students, parents, and educators, drawing from her school-based therapy experience.

Her warm, non-judgmental style and ability to weave personal stories with practical strategies leave audiences inspired and equipped to take meaningful action.

Speaking Topics

Annie offers a range of topics, including but not limited to:

Embracing Your Story: Finding meaning and purpose in life’s seasons, drawing from her book Single Truth: You Are More Than Your Relationship Status.

Healthy Relationships: Strategies for improving communication, intimacy, and connection in marriage, family, and personal life, incorporating Gottman Method and Emotionally-Focused Therapy principles.

Navigating Singleness with Purpose: Inspiring singles to live fully and authentically, based on her personal journey and professional work.

Mental Health and Resilience: Tools for managing emotions, overcoming anxiety, and fostering well-being in individuals and families.

Faith and Relationships: Integrating spirituality into personal growth and relational healing, offered upon request for faith-based audiences.

Customized presentations are available to meet the specific needs of your event, whether for community groups, corporate wellness programs, schools, or religious organizations.