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Keynote SpeakerErica Komisar

Clinical social worker, Psychoanalyst, Author and Parent Guidance Expert

Erica Komisar, LCSW, is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, and parenting expert with over 30 years of experience in private practice. She is the author of Being There and Chicken Little: The Sky Isn’t Falling, and her third book on healthy divorce and parenting will be released in 2026. Erica is a regular contributor to The Wall Street Journal, The Institute for Family Studies, and The Dispatch, and has appeared on CBS, Fox News, and The Diary of a CEO podcast. She is the founder of Attachment Circles, serves on the advisory board of ARC (Alliance for Responsible Citizenship), and has spoken at the United Nations on child development and emotional health. She lives in New York City with her husband and three young adult children.... Read more

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Popular Talks by Erica Komisar

  • Parenting

    Erica speaks powerfully about the importance of parental presence, particularly in the early years of a child’s development. Drawing on attachment theory, neuroscience, and decades of clinical experience, she explains how consistent emotional connection builds the foundation for a child’s mental health and resilience. Attendees will learn how to foster…
  • Mental Health

    Our modern world often comes with overwhelming stress, guilt, and unrealistic expectations. Erica unpacks the toll this takes on us—especially our youth—and how unresolved anxiety, depression, or burnout can affect family systems. She offers compassionate, actionable strategies for emotional self-care, boundary setting, and asking for support. This talk helps the…
  • Resilience

    In this talk, Erica explores the rising mental health crisis among children and teens and offers a roadmap to building resilience in the face of anxiety, uncertainty, and cultural pressure. She addresses the role of family dynamics, community, and emotional regulation, offering strategies to help children and adults develop grit,…
  • Parenting Through Divorce

    Divorce is a significant disruption for families, but it doesn’t have to destroy a child’s sense of safety or security. Erica offers a framework for how parents can navigate separation while preserving emotional attachment and minimizing psychological harm. Drawing from her upcoming book on divorce and attachment, she guides parents…

Biography

Erica Komisar, LCSW, is a clinical social worker, psychoanalyst, parent coach, and author with over 30 years of experience in private practice. She specializes in treating individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and compulsive behaviors, while also helping parents navigate the emotional demands of raising healthy, resilient children. Her work bridges clinical insight with cultural commentary, empowering parents to build stronger relationships and more securely attached families.

Erica is the author of two best-selling books: Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters and Chicken Little: The Sky Isn’t Falling: Raising Resilient Adolescents in the New Age of Anxiety. Her third book, focused on how parents can divorce in emotionally healthy ways while preserving attachment and protecting children’s mental health, is slated for release in 2026.

A graduate of Georgetown and Columbia Universities and the New York Freudian Society, Erica is also the founder of Attachment Circles, a therapeutic education and support model for mothers. She serves as a psychological consultant to corporations, schools, and health and community organizations. Erica is a member of the advisory board of ARC (Alliance for Responsible Citizenship) and has spoken at the United Nations on issues related to parenting, mental health, and child development.

She is a regular contributor to The Wall Street Journal and The Institute for Family Studies, and her commentary has appeared in The Washington Post, New York Daily News, Fox 5 NY, The Dispatch, NPR, and TIME. She has been a guest on major media platforms, including CBS, ABC, Fox News, and The Diary of a CEO podcast.

She lives in New York City with her husband, Dr. Jordan Kassalow, a social entrepreneur and optometrist, and is the mother of three young adult children.

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How to book Erica Komisar as a keynote speaker

How do I book Erica Komisar for a keynote speech?

You can book Erica Komisar through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Erica's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Erica Komisar's speaking fees?

Erica Komisar's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Erica tailored to your event.

What topics does Erica Komisar speak about?

Erica Komisar speaks on Communication, Inspirational Women, Mental Health, Society & Education. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Erica to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Erica Komisar available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Erica Komisar for events worldwide, subject to Erica's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Erica Komisar deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Erica Komisar is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Erica Komisar?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Erica can accommodate.

Can Erica Komisar tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Erica Komisar on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Erica can offer.

What languages does Erica Komisar present in?

Erica Komisar delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Erica Komisar a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Erica Komisar's areas of expertise include Communication, Inspirational Women, Mental Health, Society & Education. To get a clear sense of Erica's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Erica Komisar speak at?

Erica Komisar can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Communication, Inspirational Women, Mental Health, Society & Education is relevant. Details of Erica's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Erica Komisar offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Erica Komisar is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Erica Komisar?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Erica Komisar, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Erica's current availability for your dates.