Mental Health Therapist, Spoken Word Artist & Author of “Anchored In Light”

Milwaukee, WI, USA
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Cedric Dale Hoard Biography

Cedric Dale Hoard, MS, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor, speaker, spoken word artist and author known for his ability to integrate mental health, faith and storytelling into transformative experiences. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Hoard helps individuals and organizations understand the “why behind the what,” empowering them to navigate emotions, relationships and identity with greater clarity and compassion.

Hoard holds a Master of Science degree and is a licensed professional counselor, LPC, with expertise in trauma, attachment, anxiety, depression, addiction and relational dynamics. His approach to healing is holistic, bridging psychological insight, emotional awareness and spiritual formation to move people from survival to wholeness.

As both a clinician and creative, Hoard brings a dynamic and engaging presence to his work. His background in spoken word poetry allows him to communicate complex clinical concepts in ways that are relatable, impactful and memorable. He is the author of "Anchored in Light: Poems and Reflections from the Therapy Office," a collection that blends poetry with therapeutic reflection.

Hoard has spoken and headlined events for a wide range of audiences, including the UWM Male Youth Leadership Summit, University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, Carroll University Scholar to Student Lecture Series, Medical College of Wisconsin, Social X Immense Wellness Men's Conference, Now Is the Time Conference and the NAMI Southeast Wisconsin Mental Health Walk as a featured headlining speaker. Through his speaking, Hoard creates spaces that are clinically grounded, emotionally engaging and spiritually thoughtful, leaving audiences not only inspired, but equipped with practical tools for healing, growth and deeper self-understanding.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/20/2026.

Cedric Dale Hoard Speaking Topics

  • Buried Joy- Healing the Hidden Parts of Manhood

    This talk explores how cultural messages around masculinity often teach men to suppress emotions in order to survive—leading them to “bury” parts of themselves that are essential to their wholeness. Through a blend of storytelling, spoken word, and clinical insight, Cedric Dale Hoard helps men uncover the hidden layers beneath their behaviors, reconnect with their emotional world, and rediscover joy—not as weakness, but as strength reclaimed.

  • Discovering the “Why” Behind our “What”: How Our Stories Reveal Our Path to Healing

    This experience invites audiences to look beyond surface-level behaviors and into the deeper stories that shape them. Cedric Dale Hoard unpacks how trauma, attachment, and life experiences influence patterns in relationships, emotions, and identity. By shifting from judgment to curiosity, participants learn how understanding their story can become the starting point for meaningful and lasting healing.

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Cedric Dale Hoard is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Buried Joy- Healing the Hidden Parts of Manhood, Discovering the “Why” Behind our “What”: How Our Stories Reveal Our Path to Healing and Emotions Aren’t Enemies, They’re Entrances . The estimated speaking fee range to book Cedric Dale Hoard for your event is available upon request. Cedric Dale Hoard generally travels from Milwaukee, WI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jaiya John, Dr. 1Drea Pennington Wasio, Tamekia MizLadi Hart, Jay Shetty and Dr. Jennifer Thomas. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Cedric Dale Hoard for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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