Before People Can Perform,
They Need to Feel Safe, Supported, and Seen.

Keynote Speaker | Author | Mental Health Therapist | Adjunct Professor | Former School Principal

Keynotes and trainings that help schools and organizations meet human
needs first and unlock behavior, engagement, and performance.

Dr. Bryan Pearlman, EdD, LMSW | Presented to over 250,000 educators and professionals nationwide | Top 30 Global Guru – Speaker, Trainer & Thought Leader

Audiences leave with practical, research-based strategies they can use
immediately to improve mental health, behavior, relationships, and performance.

Trusted by schools, districts, conferences, and organizations across the United States.

WHAT BRYAN SPEAKS ABOUT

Keynotes That Create Real Change

Bryan’s presentations combine psychology, real-world experience, and practical strategies
audiences can apply immediately.

Meeting human needs before expecting performance

Helping people manage stress, overwhelm, and panic

Strategies that work in real classrooms and workplaces

Understanding behavior through a brain-based lens

Practical approaches that improve relationships and learning

Building systems where people thrive

SEE BRYAN IN ACTION

See Bryan in Action

Engaging, practical, and deeply human audiences consistently report leaving inspired and equipped.

Keynote Highlight video

Training Clip

BOOK'S

Books That Help People Thrive

Bryan’s books turn psychology and education research into clear, practical strategies for real life.

How To Be An Anti -Bully

Bullying can break hearts, crush confidence, and even cost lives but together, we can stop it.

Adhd Is My Superpower

This book is essential reading for anyone with ADHD, as well as parents, educators, and professionals who support them.

Whatever It Takes

Whatever It Takes provides real life stories, current research and hands-on strategies.

The Anxiety Cheat Code

The Anxiety Cheat Code is your blueprint to break free and reclaim a life of balance and confidence.

Maslow Before Bloom

MASLOW BEFORE BLOOM simply means that basic human needs need to be addressed before learning can occur.

From Struggles to Successes

This comprehensive guide addresses a wide range of topics, understanding trauma history and charity work & more.

The Athlete’s Mindset

This book by Dr. Bryan Pearlman details how icons like Serena Williams and Tiger Woods.

Ramping Up

Ramping Up offers practical advice and actionable steps to help you unlock your potential and embrace change and fulfillment.

Maslow Before Bloom

Dr. Bryan Pearlman invites educators and leaders to reimagine what it truly means to help students thrive.

REAL-WORLD IMPACT

Helping People Thrive in School, Work, and Life

As a therapist, educator, former principal, and keynote speaker, Bryan works with children, teens, adults,
athletes, educators, and organizations to improve mental health, performance, and relationships
through practical, targeted strategies that lead to real change.

Doctorate of Education (EdD)
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Former School Principal and Teacher
Adjunct Professor of Educational Psychology
Certified Conflict Resolution Specialist
Founder of Feel Like Poop Emotional First Aid Kit
Co-founder of Distinguished School of Mental Health & Wellness

TESTIMONIALS

What Educators and Organizations Say

Dr. Bryan Pearlman delivers transformative PD that truly shifts school culture. His trauma-informed strategies helped our team manage student behaviors more effectively while prioritizing staff wellness—game-changing results!

Sarah M.

Principal, Valley Park
School District

Pearlman’s keynotes are engaging and practical. After his “Maslow Before Bloom” session, our educators reported better classroom dynamics and reduced burnout. Highly recommend for any district!

Dr. Lisa R.

Superintendent, St.
Louis Area Schools

As a therapist and speaker, Bryan brings authenticity to every event. His book insights and conflict resolution tools empowered our staff to foster safer, more empathetic learning environments.

Michael T.

Director, Missouri
Educators Association

We worked with Dr. Pearlman to speak to our entire staff. The information he shared proved to be very valuable… Many teachers reported… this was the best professional development… to assist students with mental health needs.

Dr. Jill Schowe

Assistant
Superintendent

TESTIMONIALS

What Educators and Organizations Say

Dr. Bryan Pearlman

keynote speaker, author, therapist

Dr. Bryan Pearlman is a keynote speaker, author, therapist, and educator who has presented to more than 250,000 people across the United States. A former school principal and teacher, Bryan specializes in mental health, student behavior, ADHD, trauma-informed practices, and leadership.

He is the author of multiple books including The Anxiety Cheat Code, Maslow Before Bloom, ADHD Is My Superpower, and How To Be An Anti-Bullying. He is also the founder of the Feel Like Poop Emotional First Aid Kit and co-founder of the Distinguished School of Mental Health & Wellness.

Bryan Pearlman

Bryan Pearlman

Before People Can Perform, They Need to Feel Safe, Supported, and Seen.

Keynote Speaker | Author | Mental Health Therapist | Adjunct Professor | Former School Principal

Keynotes and trainings that help schools and organizations meet human needs first and unlock behavior, engagement, and performance.

Dr. Bryan Pearlman, EdD, LMSW | Presented to over 250,000 educators and professionals nationwide | Top 30 Global Guru – Speaker, Trainer & Thought Leader

Audiences leave with practical, research-based strategies they can use immediately to improve mental health, behavior, relationships, and performance.

Trusted by schools, districts, conferences, and organizations across the United States.

WHAT BRYAN SPEAKS ABOUT

Keynotes That Create Real Change

Bryan’s presentations combine psychology, real-world experience, and practical strategies audiences can apply immediately.

Maslow Before Bloom

Meeting human needs before expecting performance

Mental Health & amp; Anxiety

Helping people manage stress, overwhelm, and panic

ADHD & Executive Function

Strategies that work in real classrooms and workplaces

Trauma-Informed Practices

Understanding behavior through a brain-based lens

Student Behavior & Engagement

Practical approaches that improve relationships and learning

Leadership & Culture

Building systems where people thrive

SEE BRYAN IN ACTION

See Bryan in Action

Engaging, practical, and deeply human audiences consistently report leaving inspired and equipped.

Keynote Highlight video

Training Clip

BOOK'S

Books That Help People Thrive

Bryan’s books turn psychology and education research into clear, practical strategies for real life.

How To Be An Anti -Bully

Adhd Is My Superpower

Whatever It Takes

The Anxiety Cheat Code

Maslow Before Bloom

From Struggles to Successes

The Athlete’s Mindset

Ramping Up

Maslow Before Bloom

REAL-WORLD IMPACT

Helping People Thrive in School, Work, and Life

As a therapist, educator, former principal, and keynote speaker, Bryan works with children, teens, adults, athletes, educators, and organizations to improve mental health, performance, and relationships through practical, targeted strategies that lead to real change.

TESTIMONIALS

What Educators and Organizations Say

Sarah M.

Dr. Lisa R.

Michael T.

Dr. Jill Schowe

TESTIMONIALS

What Educators and Organizations Say

Dr. Bryan Pearlman

Bring Dr. Pearlman to Your School or Organization

Keynotes and trainings designed to create lasting impact—not just inspiration.

CONTACT

314-323-7340

314-942-1147

bryan@stlmentalhealth.com

Bryan Pearlman

Before People Can Perform,
They Need to Feel Safe, Supported, and Seen.

Keynotes and trainings that help schools and organizations meet human
needs first and unlock behavior, engagement, and performance.

Audiences leave with practical, research-based strategies they can use
immediately to improve mental health, behavior, relationships, and performance.

Bryan’s presentations combine psychology, real-world experience, and practical strategies
audiences can apply immediately.

As a therapist, educator, former principal, and keynote speaker, Bryan works with children, teens, adults,
athletes, educators, and organizations to improve mental health, performance, and relationships
through practical, targeted strategies that lead to real change.

Bring Dr. Pearlman to Your School or
Organization