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Owen O'Kane

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Transform workplace mental health with Owen O'Kane, speaker and mental health expert. Owen works with organisations to build resilience, manage anxiety, and create psychologically safe cultures, delivering evidence-based strategies trusted by global leadership teams across 40+ countries.

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Bestselling Author of Ten To Zen, Addicted to Anxiety
Former NHS Mental Health Clinical Lead
Speaker and Script Advisor on Mental Health

Owen O’Kane is one of the UK’s most respected mental health experts, known for translating complex psychological ideas into practical tools anyone can use. A former NHS clinical lead for mental health, Owen has helped shape care at the highest levels — but it’s his ability to connect deeply, personally, and powerfully with audiences that sets him apart. Owen’s latest and bestselling book Addicted to Anxiety reframes anxiety as a form of emotional addiction, offering a fresh, compassionate roadmap for healing. His work draws from rich real-life experience: growing up during the Troubles in Northern Ireland, working as a palliative care specialist helping patients face their final days, and navigating the personal challenges of coming out in a Catholic family. These experiences give Owen’s talks a rare authenticity and emotional impact. Today, Owen speaks globally at wellness festivals, leadership summits, and corporate events, equipping audiences with strategies for resilience, trauma awareness, and emotional well-being. He also designs workshops for senior leadership teams, helping organisations foster mentally healthy cultures from the top down. A trusted media voice, Owen has appeared in hundreds of TV, radio, and podcast episodes, consistently delivering clarity, warmth, and insight. Owen’s work has reached millions through international book deals in over 40 countries, but his mission remains personal: helping people break free from fear, reconnect with themselves, and live more meaningful lives.

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Topics, sessions and talks

How To Be Your Own Therapist

Owen O'Kane draws on twenty years of clinical experience as a psychotherapist to show audiences that good mental health is a skill, not a given. Cutting through the noise around wellness, Owen offers a practical, evidence-based framework for understanding the anxious mind, breaking negative thought patterns, and building daily routines that support lasting wellbeing. Audiences leave with concrete tools to manage stress, navigate crisis, and create a calmer, more resilient inner life.

The Human Side Of AI

Owen O'Kane brings a psychotherapist's perspective to explain why people resist change in an AI-driven world and how to develop the flexible mindset needed to thrive within it. Combining psychology, neuroscience, and hard workplace data, he unpacks why fear and concern towards AI are not character flaws but predictable human responses. Owen introduces the concept of psychological flexibility, the clinically proven skill that allows people to stay calm, clear, and capable when the ground keeps moving. Practical, warm, and grounded in real evidence.

Why we recommend booking Owen

Owen O'Kane offers your team expert insights into achieving better mental health, reducing stress, and enhancing productivity. His unique blend of experience and practical techniques empowers individuals with flexible thinking strategies, crucial for success in today's fast-paced work environment. Transform your workplace culture and drive success with Owen's guidance.

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Testimonials

Owen ran a series of interactive mental wellbeing sessions for Vodafone staff. The feedback from these sessions was incredible. I still regularly get colleagues talking about them today.

Alex Connors

Head of Corporate & Portfolio Strategy, Vodafone Business

Owen had fabulous chemistry with the audience during his warm up ad lib. He then had such a calming and confident presence hosting the awards ceremony. Owen was a joy to work alongside from start to finish.

Alicia Marson

Senior Event Executive

His content and engagement was fantastic. His session was by far the standout session of the day, and we wouldn't hesitate to book him again.

Communications Director, Theo Paphitis Retail Group

Featured Projects

Ten Times Happier: How To Let Go Of What’S Holding You Back

How To Be Your Own Therapist: Boost Your Mood And Reduce Your Anxiety In 10 Minutes A Day

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