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Mental Health Advocate • Bestselling Author • Podcaster • Veteran • Entrepreneur

Why Book Me

I don’t just speak; I connect.
I bring lived experience, authenticity, and heart to every stage. My talks are raw and real, but always rooted in hope. If you’re looking for a speaker who will leave your audience moved, inspired, and ready to take meaningful action, I would be honored to join you.

Meet Alicia

Hi, I’m Alicia, founder of Choose to L;VE, host of the Queer and Here: Let’s Talk Mental Health podcast, and someone who turned unimaginable grief into a purpose-driven life.

After losing my wife to suicide, I made a promise: to speak the truth about mental health, to challenge stigma, and to make sure no one feels as alone as I once did. Today, I speak from the heart about mental health, grief, healing, queerness, and resilience; creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and reminded that their story matters.

Whether I’m on stage, behind a mic, or sitting in a circle with survivors, my message is always the same: your pain has purpose, your story is valid, and healing is possible.

SPEAKING TOPICS

From Grief to Purpose: Turning Loss Into a Life-Saving Mission
My personal story of losing my wife to suicide and how I channeled grief into founding a mission-led business that raises awareness and builds community around mental health and suicide prevention.

Mental Health Is Health: Ending the Silence, Embracing the Struggle
A relatable and empowering talk about mental health, breaking the stigma, and how we can all be part of creating a culture of care—at work, in schools, and in everyday life.

The Queer Mental Health Experience: Resilience in the Face of Resistance
An honest, affirming look at the unique mental health challenges faced by LGBTQ+ communities, including identity, systemic harm, and the importance of representation in support systems.

Healing Out Loud: The Power of Storytelling in Suicide Prevention
How sharing our stories helps save lives. This talk explores why storytelling matters and how it can be a powerful tool for breaking stigma and building healing communities.

Building a Mission-Driven Brand Through Grief and Grit
The journey of launching Choose to L;VE after loss; an inspiring blend of entrepreneurship, healing, and advocacy that motivates people to turn their passion into purpose.

Podcasting With Purpose: Using Your Voice to Build Connection
A session for creators, activists, and community builders on how to use podcasting as a platform for healing, education, and advocacy.

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