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  • Partner with technology companies and health systems to translate clinical and behavioral realities into responsible, evidence-based product and policy decisions.

    • Fractional strategic advisor for digital harm-reduction, wellbeing, and ethical product innovation.

    • Implementation and sustainability of evidence-based practices at scale.

  • Offer highly customized talks that blend neuro and behavioral addiction science, as well as practical frameworks for workplace wellbeing, rooted in digital harm reduction and sustainable leadership.

    • Signature talks: It Won’t Love You Back: Navigating Our Relationship with Technology; The New Smoke Break, What Is Really Killing Your Bottom Line

    • Formats: Conference Keynotes, Fireside Chats, Internal Town Halls, Guest/Adjunct Faculty, Podcasts and Book-related events.

  • Provide evidence-based training and coaching on Digital Harm Reduction for orgainzations, executives, clinicians, and entrepreneurs.

    • Cohort-based or onsite workshops on self-compassion and digital harm reduction groups.

    • Small-group and 1:1 coaching for mission-driven leaders navigating moral injury and digital fragmentation.

Keynote Speaker

“I had the pleasure of experiencing Thekla B. Ross, PsyD's presentation in Milwaukee and again last night in Chicago. They were both original and engaging, and they were both punch-you-in-the-face impactful. They caused me to change my behavior immediately. What recent presentation can you say that about?”

- Juri, Business Transformation, Org Design & Change Management Leader

Testimonials

  • "I see a person who is genuinely compassionate towards others and offers transparency, calmness and true caring and love for all who cross her path. She has an immense amount of integrity, is very honest and always so welcoming. "

    - Veronica Osejo, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals and Health Plan

  • "Thekla is a uniter who drives social change within the addiction health care landscape in our country. She is a determined leader who leverages her extensive experience and people skills to align all of the assets to make change a reality. "

    - Kevin Slattery, MBA, National Corporate Communications Senior Executive, Kaiser Permanente 

  • "Dr. Thekla Ross is such a leader, and her tremendous positive impact on our organization has been widely felt. Her leadership inspires me to think more deeply, learn more, and do more... I am beyond grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from and work with her."

    - Melissa Fisher, Senior Strategic Marketing Consultant

  • "In my work with Dr. Brumder Ross I found her to be a brilliant, compassionate, insightful, bi-lingual [Spanish], and culturally sensitive psychologist! She is a positive, solution-oriented, and fun team player."

    - Dean Blumberg, PhD, The Permanente Medical Group 

  • "Our team members and colleagues will PAUSE more often, listen to understand, lead with compassion, and collaborate with humility…due to her embodiment of all these practices and showing us the benefits.”"

    - Patricia deSa, MS, Director, National Mental Health & Wellness, Kaiser Permanente

  • "I find myself very fortunate to have worked with Thekla in my clinic as well as on collaborative research projects. During my time with Thekla, I witnessed her exceptional intelligence, skill in fostering connections, and her genuine warmth and humor."

     - Murtuza Ghadiali, MD , Chief, Addiction Medicine Recovery Services, San Francisco

  • "She is quick to problem solve while creating space to let change management have its breathing room. She also carries the unique skill set as a psychologist to hold all colleagues in unconditional positive regard, which makes the working atmosphere collaborative and always collegial."

    - Rebecca Boraz, National Leader, Harm Reduction, Overdose Prevention & Peer Recovery Services

  • "Thekla has developed compelling, almost magical programs which activate and empower the most vulnerable members of health systems... along with her very strong clinical skills, she has a keen experience with research so that the clinical work can be integrated with outcomes. "

    - Constance Weisner, DrPH, LCSW, Center for Addiction and Mental Health Research, Kaiser Permanente Division of Research, Professor emeritus, Department of Psychiatry, University of California, San Francisco

  • "Thekla is always brining in new research and thought framework to move the work forward in an evidence based and equitable way. Her superpower is her advocacy spirit, she has a unique ability to present information that captures attention and inspires action."

    - Liya Gebreab, Kaiser Permanente Mental Health and Wellness

  • "She provides an “intimate” picture that makes the “bigger” picture more vivid. She provides insight in how we speak with those who are in situations that need to be understood beyond just a question and answer. She encourages dialogue and ignites thought provoking, non-judgmental, compassionate views of others which is invaluable."

    - Melanie Jackson Morris, Research Project Manager

  • "We’ve accomplished some impressive projects together which bridge the gap between research, practice and policy that I’m very proud of. All of the people, in KPNC or otherwise, who have benefitted from the implementation of systematic alcohol screening and brief intervention."

    - Stacy Sterling, DrPH, MSW, Kaiser Permanente Division of Research, Co-Director, Center for Addiction and Mental Health Research, Associate Adjunct Professor, UCSF Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences & Associate Professor, Department of Health Systems Science, Kaiser Permanente Bernard J. Tyson School of Medicine

  • "I am still thinking about your talk, Thekla B. Ross, PsyD! I also love how you frame the question positively: what makes us alive? It's more fun to focus on the fun thing I'm adding in instead of screen time I'm missing. Looking forward to reading your book and sharing your message!"

    - Amy M

  • "Thank you for an inspiring and timely keynote! I’m so happy to be introduced to you and your work. While we may be starting to recognize how constant connectivity is impacting our ability to stay present, focused, and connected to both our happiness and relationships, it’s clear that this is something we need to pay attention to as well in our workplace wellbeing efforts."

    - Jenny H

  • "Thekla had some profound wisdom to share that has left me deep in thought about Digital Harm Reduction in my own life and my organization."

    - Denis B

  • "It was so wonderful to meet you and spend time brainstorming nuggets of wisdom in healthcare. Your presentation was something we all needed to hear, and I have a dance break scheduled this afternoon, and 3 books reserved at the library!"

    - Kat C

  • "A highlight was Thekla B. Ross, PsyD's thought-provoking talk: Digital Harm Reduction at Work - Innovation That Truly Honors the Human Brain. My takeaway following that talk: schedule more "no-phone" time, especially when I'm around my daughter. It's truly shocking how addicted we are to our phones."

    - Tony D

  • "I always excused myself from viewing my screen time because I do a lot of work from my phone, it’s our family calendar, how I set doc appts, coordinate sports practices and games; all the things! I turned on my screen time during the session and realize I have room to improve even with all the ways I use my phone! Great message!"

    - Nikki B

  • "I truly enjoyed your presentation. The topic was relevant and refreshing. You are such an engaging speaker too! Thank you for the dance energy and making the talk interactive. I look forward to your book!"

    - Nancy B

  • "I have to say, your talk at DisruptHR has been on my mind all week. It was the standout of the night for me. For the last few days, I've been setting my phone aside before bed and delaying picking it up in the morning. It's harder than I expected, but also really rewarding. Thank you for the push. It's a good reminder that we all need support in this."

    - Kristen

  • "I would love to hear where you learned to speak as that is the energy I wish to bring to the stage!"

    - Jamie

  • "Loved your talk at DisruptHR Milwaukee last night... mind blown. As I spend part of today's 12.5 hours on screens sending this invite, I'm also taking your message to heart and working to significantly reduce that."

    - Lisa R

  • "Thank you for the great presentation at the DisruptHR event last night. I didn't know I could learn so much in 5."

    - Justin

  • "Well, aren't you just amazing! And thank you for just being so warm and inviting. The world needs more of people like you."

    - Steve

  • "It was a pleasure hearing your speech. It stuck with me. Despite it being 630 this morning, I did start with 30 minutes of no phone this am. It allowed me to meditate, read a book, and snuggle one of my babies. And it's sad that it was a little hard... addiction is real. Thank you!"

    - Kristin

  • "Out of all the speeches, I took more notes from the data you shared than from any of the others. Thank you for sharing your expertise."

    - Robbie

  • "Thekla, your presentation was impactful, timely and so appreciated. Thank you for being a part of our Wellbeing Forum yesterday here in Chicago."

    - Mark

  • "I am still thinking about your talk, Thekla. I love how you frame the question positively: what makes us feel alive? It's more fun to focus on the fun thing I'm adding in instead of screen time I'm missing. Looking forward to reading your book and sharing your message."

    - Amy

  • "I always excused myself from viewing my screen time because I do a lot of work from my phone, it's our family calendar, how I set doc appts, coordinate sports practices and games; all the things! I turned on my screen time during the session and realize I have room to improve even with all the ways I use my phone! Great message."

    - Nicki, VP Corporate Wellbeing 

  • "I was so impressed: Approach x Content x Data × Delivery x Engaging x Fun x Spirit × Takeaways. You nailed it."

    - Libby, VP