Chloe Carmichael's biography
- Clinical psychologist and renowned speaker
- Featured in ABC Nightline, Vanity Fair, and The New York Times
- Author of Can I Say That? Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly
Dr. Chloe Carmichael is an internationally renowned speaker, a USA Today bestselling author, and a clinical psychologist specializing in workplace communication and courageous conversations. She helps leadership teams tackle the conversations that matter most, clearly, confidently, and without unnecessary conflict. She frequently appears in national media outlets such as ABC Nightline, Inside Edition, VH1, Vanity Fair, and The New York Times.
Dr. Chloe has authored two books that speak directly to her expertise. Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety shares how anxiety can be a positive force. Her latest book, Can I Say That? Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly, explores the psychology of self-censorship and the case for speaking up to create genuine connection.
Dr. Chloe understands the pressures that cause leaders and teams to avoid difficult conversations, and what it takes to change that. Her sessions draw on clinical psychology to give participants a shared language for disagreement, structured tools for high-stakes communication, and the confidence to engage in healthy friction rather than avoid it.
Dr. Chloe graduated Phi Beta Kappa summa cum laude from Columbia University and holds a PhD in clinical psychology from Long Island University. She has taught psychology at university level and presented for senior professionals at Duke University's Fuqua School of Business. She is a member of the American Psychological Association and the National Register of Health Psychologists.
A regular consultant and speaker for Baker McKenzie, the third largest law firm in the world, Dr. Chloe's sessions on communication and resilience have been described by the firm's global head of HR as leaving the "office abuzz."
Dr. Chloe's showreel and videos
Topics, sessions and talks
How To Turn Your Anxiety Into A Superpower
In this signature talk based on techniques from Dr. Chloe Carmichael’s bestselling book, Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety, Dr. Chloe will outline up to nine tools with step-by-step instructions to help attendees reframe anxiety into a positive source of energy and focus that actually facilitates a more productive and fulfilling life.
Attendees will learn:
· If managed properly, the nervous energy that some people label as anxiety can actually be a welcome source of stimulation.
· How to direct and control excess energy in a positive, productive way.
· How to increase creativity and motivation through building skills of focus and concentration.
The Stress Management Masterclass For Leaders
Leaders often embrace new responsibilities and step out of their comfort zones, which can be both a strength and a source of stress. In this workshop, Dr. Chloe Carmichael reframes stress as a potential growth opportunity and offers practical ways to manage it. She provides strategies to set boundaries around stress, deciding which stressors to tackle and which to delegate or eliminate. Attendees will learn techniques to relax the body and mind, manage stress proactively, prioritize growth opportunities, and reframe their relationship with stress to reduce "stress about stress."
Navigating Turbulence When It Gets Hectic
We all know that we are living through incredibly turbulent times. While there is no panacea, the good news is that we absolutely can bolster our resilience by taking the time to consider our individual situation carefully; and then augmenting our toolbox of skills to navigate these unprecedented times as smoothly and wisely as possible. Clinical psychologist and former yoga teacher Dr. Chloe Carmichael, author of Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety (Macmillan, 2021) will give your team the practical tools to achieve this. Attendees will learn: · How to increase their capacity for self-reliance, while also making sure to maximize their support networks. · Stay emotionally aware of stressors so they can practice self-care, while also learning to keep stressors in perspective. · Set boundaries in their personal relationships around conflict-laden topics, while also increasing our ability for healthy communication even in a disagreement.
How To Harness Your Perfectionism For Good
Many high-functioning people struggle with perfectionism. They may even be somewhat attached to their perfectionism because they associate it with a willingness to notice and correct their mistakes, a high level of conscientiousness and a desire to deliver their best effort. However, many people are aware that their perfectionism may ironically be blocking them from learning new skills or giving their best performance. Perfectionism can also be demotivating, distracting, and draining of our energy. Constant second-guessing can result in procrastination, irritability, and reduced engagement. Dr Chloe is here to teach them how to extract the positive aspects of perfectionism while shedding the negatives. She emphasizes how to harness perfectionism into a more productive and joyful approach to work, relationships, or anywhere else where perfectionism may hinder success. Attendees will learn new perspectives and tools to manage perfectionism (almost!) perfectly.
Beat Networking Nerves And Create Connections
Networking is an essential skill that can bring unparalleled success in a person’s personal and professional life. In this session, Dr. Chloe Carmichael provides strategies and real-time activities to overcome networking nerves, and fully maximize the network you are building. Dr. Chloe has presented on networking for various organizations including Baker McKenzie (the third largest law firm in the world) and has many inspiring stories to share about how networking has benefitted her both personally and professionally.
Why we recommend booking Dr. Chloe
Dr. Chloe works with leadership teams to build the communication habits that drive better decisions and stronger cultures. Her clinical background gives her a distinctive understanding of why people hold back at work, and her sessions translate that insight into practical tools leaders can use immediately.
Dr. Chloe was phenomenal! The talk provided tools we can apply in our everyday lives. Dr. Chloe created a safe environment where colleagues felt like they could ask questions without hesitation. Everyone enjoyed the discussion and we would bring her back again in the future!
Lori Ann LaRocco
CNBC Business News
Dr. Chloe was excellent. Several attendees told me it was their favorite session of the event! I look forward to working with her again in the future.
Maggie Jaqua
WholeFoods Magazine
Dr. Chloe was a very engaging speaker. Her advice was easily understandable, memorable, and practical. Would definitely invite her back again!
Founder & Chairman, 1-800-FLOWERS
Founder & Chairman, 1-800-FLOWERS
