Mindset & Resilience Expert; Psychologist & Author of "The Way I See It: A Psychologist's Guide to a Happier Life"

Kansas City, MO, USA
Live Event: $10,000 - $20,000 Virtual Event: $5,000 - $10,000 More Fee Info

Dr. Ashley Smith Biography

Dr. Ashley Smith is a licensed psychologist, speaker, and author who challenges audiences to master their minds, push past limits, and live boldly. As the co-founder of Peak Mind: The Center for Psychological Strength, she translates cutting-edge psychology and brain science into actionable insights for overcoming fear, building courage, and expanding what people believe is possible.

Born with a rare visual impairment that makes her legally—and increasingly—blind, Dr. Smith knows firsthand what it takes to conquer both real and perceived limits. She has built a life filled with bold choices—and now teaches others how to do the same. By blending science with powerful storytelling and practical strategies, she shifts the way audiences see the world—and themselves.

Her message is simple: Your mind will hold you back... if you let it.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 08/21/2025.

Dr. Ashley Smith Speaking Topics

  • Courageously Confident: The Visionary Approach to Bold Living and Leading

    Our brains are wired for survival, not success. Anxiety, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs are the default—and they’ll keep us playing small if we let them. Whether it’s speaking up, taking a risk, or pursuing a bold goal, our minds are often the biggest thing holding us back.

    In this powerful keynote, Dr. Ashley Smith unpacks the brain science and psychology behind these mental traps and shows audiences how to challenge their thinking, stretch beyond their comfort zones, and build real confidence through courageous action.

    Drawing from her own journey navigating progressive vision loss, Dr. Ashley shares how she stopped letting fear run the show and became the CEO of her life, leading with Curiosity, Experimentation, and Openness. This science-rooted framework gives audiences a practical path to greater courage, confidence, and bold living and leadership.

    Blending relatable storytelling with research-backed strategies, this keynote leaves audiences inspired and equipped with tools to master their minds and unlock their true potential.

    Audience Takeaways:

    • Gain profound insights – Understand how anxiety, self-doubt, and limiting beliefs quietly hold you back in work, leadership, and life—and what to do about it.
    • Learn the CEO of Your Life™ Framework — Equip yourself with a science-based path to courage and confident action.
    • Build real confidence – Learn how to stretch beyond your comfort zone and take bold action, even when you’re unsure or it feels uncomfortable.
    • Leave with practical tools – Walk away with science-backed strategies to challenge your thinking, silence self-doubt, and overcome anxiety so you can move forward with clarity and courage.

  • Unseen Joy: Finding Happiness Despite Circumstances

    Most people misunderstand happiness—and that’s exactly why they struggle to find it. We think it’s about feeling good all the time, getting what we want, or simply “just being positive.” But true happiness is none of those things. It’s about how we engage with life.

    In this enlightening keynote, psychologist and author Dr. Ashley Smith dismantles these myths and reveals what actually creates lasting joy.

    Through raw, relatable stories—including her own journey of vision loss—Dr. Ashley blends psychology, neuroscience, and real-world wisdom to show audiences how to break free from the hidden patterns that keep them stuck. Along the way, she introduces The 3 A’s Framework™—Attitude, Actions, and Attention—three things we can always control, even in the face of adversity. When intentionally applied, these core levers create more joy, meaning, and resilience, no matter what life throws your way.

    This keynote isn’t just inspiring—it’s a game-changer. Attendees will leave with a new perspective, a clear plan, and the confidence to take control of their happiness—starting now.

    Audience Takeaways:

    • Redefine happiness – Shift your perspective on what true happiness is (and isn’t). Move beyond the myths of fleeting pleasure, success, and “just being positive” to discover what actually creates lasting joy.
    • Find resilience and fulfillment – Build a mindset that strengthens adaptability, self-trust, and lasting fulfillment, no matter your circumstances.
    • Break free from hidden barriers – Recognize the thought patterns and mental traps keeping you stuck. Learn how to overcome negativity, dissatisfaction, and self-doubt to reclaim control of your happiness.
    • Learn The 3 A’s Framework™ — Use a science-backed roadmap to navigate life’s challenges while fully embracing life and creating lasting joy.

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Dr. Ashley Smith Videos

Ashley Smith | TEDxEdina

Ashley Smith | TEDxEdina

Is your brain deceiving you?

Dr. Ashley Smith Keynote Speaker Demo Reel

Dr. Ashley Smith Keynote Speaker Demo Reel

Watch keynote speaker Dr. Ashley Smith in action as she delivers powerful, science-backed insights on mindset, courage, confidence, and resilience.

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  • What topics does Dr. Ashley Smith speak about?

    Dr. Ashley Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Author, DEI, Diversity & Inclusion, Emotional Intelligence, Happiness, Inspirational, Mindset, Neuroscience, Personal Growth, Psychology, Resilience, Social Sciences, TED
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Dr. Ashley Smith is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Courageously Confident: The Visionary Approach to Bold Living and Leading, Unseen Joy: Finding Happiness Despite Circumstances and Seeing Beyond the Surface: How Empathy Transforms Workplace Dynamics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Ashley Smith for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Dr. Ashley Smith generally travels from Kansas City, MO, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jenn Lim, Tara LaFon Gooch, MBA, Dr. Jessica Sharp, Erika Obando and Cassandra Worthy. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Ashley Smith for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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