Physician & Clinical Researcher; Global Medical Director, Anti-Infectives at Pfizer; Trauma-Informed Coach and Shame Literacy Expert; Author of "The Shame Compass: A Radical Framework For Trauma Healing and Self-Acceptance"

New York, NY, USA
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Frank Spinelli Biography

Dr. Frank Spinelli is a physician, author, researcher and health- and trauma-informed coach who bridges clinical authority, lived experience and media presence to transform conversations around shame, trauma recovery and behavioral change. Dr. Spinelli is global medical director for anti-infectives at Pfizer, senior medical advisor and media spokesperson for the podcast, "Reframe," which has millions of downloads, and co-host of the "Reframeable Podcast." Dr. Spinelli's book, "The Shame Compass," published by Level Best Books in August 2026, presents the C.O.M.P.A.S.S. framework, a seven-stage methodology integrating neuroscience, somatic therapy and lived experience into practical tools for shame literacy and lasting change. Dr. Spinelli's debut memoir, "Pee-Shy," published by Kensington Books in 2013, received endorsements from Whoopi Goldberg and others. Dr. Spinelli has authored or co-authored more than 50 peer-reviewed manuscripts and writes a Psychology Today column on shame literacy. Dr. Spinelli lives in Sag Harbor, New York.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/22/2026.

Frank Spinelli Speaking Topics

  • Why High Achievers Carry the Deepest Shame

    Building Shame-Resilient Leaders and Organizations This keynote challenges the assumption that professional success equals personal confidence. It addresses the hidden costs of high-achieving shame cultures and offers a framework for recognizing and healing achievement-driven shame. The Core Insight: "Achievement is not the same as self-worth. Building one does not build the other." What Audiences Learn: • Why achievement doesn't quiet internal shame (the achievement trap) • How shame drives high-performers • The organizational costs of shame cultures (burnout, turnover) • How to recognize shame-driven achievement • How to build psychological safety where authenticity is valued • The connection between shame resilience and actual performance Ideal For: Corporate C-suite, executive leadership conferences, pharmaceutical industry, tech industry, medical/law associations, women

  • The Four Ps Emergency Protocol

    How to Stop a Shame Spiral Before It Destroys Your Day This keynote teaches a powerful, four-step intervention that audiences can use immediately. Unlike frameworks that require deep work, the Four Ps gives people a practical way to interrupt their nervous system's automatic shame response in real time. The Four Ps: Pause → Present → Ponder → Possibilities What Audiences Learn: • The neuroscience behind shame spirals • The Four Ps framework: step-by-step breakdown • How to interrupt a spiral in 30 seconds or less • Real-world applications across work and personal contexts • How nervous system regulation actually works Ideal For: Corporate wellness, healthcare organizations, addiction recovery, trauma

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Frank Spinelli is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Why High Achievers Carry the Deepest Shame, The Four Ps Emergency Protocol and Shame as Compass. The estimated speaking fee range to book Frank Spinelli for your event is available upon request. Frank Spinelli generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ginny Priem, Sadie Restorick, Dr. Paul Conti, Peter Stephens and John Halligan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Frank Spinelli for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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