Speakers
Dawn McCarty
B.CJ, M.CJ, B.CS, and MBY-Cy | Two-time award winning Cybersecrity professional | Int'l Bestselling Author and Speaker | Abduction Survivor | Child Online Safety Expert.
Dawn McCarty is an award-winning Cybersecurity Security Expert with over 20 years in Information and Cyber Security experience. She is the CEO of Securing Everything, a cybersecurity company, focusing on showing individuals, families, entrepreneurs how to protect their private data and identities.
Dawn’s childhood was marked by upheaval and loss of safety, leading to years of severe child psychological abuse related to parental alienation. Dawn reunited with her father after 44 years, propelling her into advocacy for child psychological abuse survivors, particularly those affected by severe parental alienation and abduction.
Her journey from victim to thriver informs her work as she represents other survivors, inspiring them to share their stories and seek healing.
Dr. Alyse Price-Tobler
Clinical Psychotherapist (MCAP) | PhD (of two twin studies) | Creator of the SEMPI Communication Model | Author and International Speaker
Dr Alyse Price-Tobler, PhD, is an experienced mental health practitioner, academic researcher, author, and clinical psychotherapist (MCAP).
She has recently completed her pioneering twin study doctoral research on adult-child survivors who have suffered child psychological abuse related to severe parental alienation during their developmental years.
Her study also focused on researching the mental health practitioners who support this group and their current treatment approaches. With a keen focus on severe parental alienation and abduction (SPAA), her work aims to understand and address the challenges faced by survivors while developing effective treatment protocols for mental health practitioners to draw.
With 38 years of frontline experience in mental health and disabilities, Dr Price-Tobler’s journey is deeply personal, as she is an adult survivor of severe level parental alienation and abduction.
Martin C.J. Mongiello
MBA, MA, MCFE |
CEO of a foundation, trust, & museum | Hotelier expert | Former White House Master Chef, Personal Chef to the President, and General Manager of Camp David | and alienated from his mother for 40 years.
Chef Marti is a world-known CEO at The US Presidential Service Center Foundation Trusts and US Presidential Culinary Museum with The Inn of the Patriots.
Delivering over 200 speeches and keynotes led to authoring 100+ papers with nine books. He’s reaching almost three billion viewers on three continents of TV and in 160+ newspapers and magazines like The New Yorker, Washington Post, The London Times, India Times, FOOD TV Network Magazine, The Australian, LA Times, Charlotte Observer, TODAY Show, Yahoo front page and many more with close to six million fans and followers.
Marti holds Master Certified Food Executive (MCFE), Certified Professional Food Manager (CPFM), Certified Household Manager (CHM), and ServSafe Certified Manager credentials in all 50 states, and so much more.
Karen Whelan
Founder and CEO SOULution Therapy, Masters in Spirituality Licensed Psychotherapist 4 x International Bestselling Author. Global Influencer, Speaker & Global retreat leader
KAREN WHELAN is a globally celebrated intuitive, transformational coach and SOUL reflection spiritual alchemist. She is the owner of ‘SOULution Therapy’ with an accredited psychotherapist background utilizing a unique ‘whole person’ holistic therapeutic approach.
Karen is a highly respected Spiritual Advisor, International bestselling author, transformative therapist, and retreat leader with over 18 years of experience guiding individuals towards profound personall growth and empowerment.
Jeff Irmie
Co-Founder SOULution Therapy, American Welding Society Educator of the Year Award. Global speaker & Global retreat leader
Jeff Imrie stands as a distinguished figure in both the realms of education and healing, garnering accolades and recognition for his exceptional contributions.
Jeffs expertise has transcended boundaries, leading him to impart knowledge and insights on global stages, from Egypt and Nepal to India and his native Ireland.
With a commitment to wellness and transformation, Jeff’s impact reverberates across the globe, as he continues to inspire audiences through his podcasts, stage appearances, and profound healing work.
Patty Freudenberg
Principal Owner and Partner at Miss-U-Gram with expertise in End Of Life Coaching
Patty Freudenberg is the founder and CEO of Miss-U-Gram LLC, a social network app that helps users transform the pain of loss into power one word at a time. Patty has been leading the development and expansion of the app, which allows users to pay tribute to their loved ones, cope with grief, and share memories that last forever.
She is a certified end-of-life coach and a celebrant advocate, providing support and guidance to people who are facing end-of-life challenges or celebrating life events.
Scott Berne
Speaker, Author of Extraordinary Circumstances, and Former Board Member the National Center for Mission & Expoited Children
Author of “Extraordinary Circumstances” being sold world-wide, which describes my life experiences as a survivor of a famous parental kidnapping case which grasped national and international headlines for long periods of time and culminating with being a first test case for a national law.
Scott is currently a Board Member for the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and speak locally and nationally. He has spoken on Oprah, the Maury Show, Sally Show, in a documentary for NHK (Japan’s largest tv network) and most recently on the Dr. Shellie Show: Inspiring Lives.
Scott’s goal is to promote education and prevention of the effects of parental abduction, divorce and all crimes against children.
Rachael Roberts
Insider Researcher, Expert in Australian Indigenous Parental Alienation and Abduction
Masters in education
Masters in special education and behaviour specialist.
Deputy principal of School for Specific Purpose
Corporate Officer for Learning and Wellbeing Teams around the school
University lecturer in charge of diversity and inclusive classrooms
Leading Aboriginal education
Area of study: Unpacking Behaviours within the classroom setting: functions of behaviour.
Ginger Gentile
Director of the Erasing Family Documentary & Founder of Reversing Parental Alienation Coaching
Ginger Gentile is on a mission to save children from the trauma of high-conflict divorce. Drawing on her journey as a child torn between twoparents and her documentary films she has become an in-demandconsultant and public speaker.
With humor she takes audiences on ajourney to understand the pain of families stuck in an unjust family courtsystem and how we can all play a part in preventing this silent publichealth crisis.
Ashlynn Lerner
Primary Protagonist in the Erasing Family Documentry Film
In North America, over 25 MILLION PARENTS are being erased from their children’s lives after divorce and separation. The ERASING FAMILY documentary follows young adults fighting to reunite with their broken families.
Dr. Stan Korosi
Clinical Sociologist and Clinical Counsellor
Stan Korosi is a consultant specialising in parental alienation and remediating alienated parent-child relationships.
Stan has a Doctorate in Sociology after researching parental alienation and its social factors, and a Masters degree in counselling. He trained in the USA in parental alienation theory, practice and interventions.
Stan’s doctoral research at the University of the Sunshine Coast (QLD) developed a social perspective on parental alienation. It addressed its social impacts, alienating power relations in the family and the social factors influencing the family relationships and behaviours.
PhD (Soc) University of the Sunshine Coast (Qld, Australia), M.Counselling. Human Services (Latrobe Univ), MACA, Clin. PACFA, ARCAP Reg.
Andrew Folkler
Marketing Specialist
Content Marketing Strategist for small to medium-sized coaching and consulting companies who are looking to grow their authority, sustainability, and revenue through content.
Andrew volunteers to support parents in the chaos of navigating their alienation journey. Many parents struggle to understand the psychological impact that alienation can have on their children, and Andrew strives to support them by providing clarity and action items that can help them get one step closer to reuniting with their kids. In his own time, Andrew continues to grow his career as a professional writer and lives a quiet life with his wife and child.
Brandie Rolark
Adult Survivor of Child Psychological Abuse Related to PA and Advocate & Veteran
Brandie is a mother of three children and has an extensive background in leadership and technical skills deriving from her military career with the U.S Army. She received medals for her oversees service in Kuwait and management career with the federal government. Ms. Rolark has worked in the field of technology for over 15 years progressively operating in positions including Network Engineer, Network Administrator, Systems Coordinator and Information Technology Director. Ms. Rolark received her bachelor’s degree in Telecommunication Management.
Management and master’s degree in Network Communications from DeVry University and Keller Graduate school of Management, respectively. Ms. Rolark has accomplished building a state of the art data center and implemented Student Innovation Studio’s at TFD215 Highschool District campuses to provide an environment consisting of innovative
teaching, working and learning for the students, teachers, and staff. Brandie managed support for helpdesk services, information technology training, technical applications, database management, network infrastructure, cybersecurity, instructional technology, and building an environment that maximized academic and operational outcomes.
Dana Laquidara
Speaker and Author of You-Know-Who: An Alienated Daughter’s Memoir
Dana Laquidara believes that creativity, simplifying and healing old wounds are all interwoven; this informs her writing and her life. She has participated in several Boston Moth storytelling events and took first place while performing a piece from her book, YOU-KNOW-WHO: An Alienated Daughter’s Memoir. Dana has spoken to local and international audiences. Dana has three daughters, three grandchildren, and resides in Massachusetts with her husband. She can be reached at https://danalaquidara.com/
Chris Felder
Chair - National Parents Organization of Florida
Licensed real estate salesperson
Dr. Craig Childress
Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Expert Witness in High-Conflict Child Custody Litigation.
Dr. Childress is a clinical psychologist currently serving as a consultant in the family courts in high-conflict custody cases. Dr. Childress brings a range of prior experience across a broad spectrum of childhood pathology to his work in the family courts. He received his training as a pediatric psychologist at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, and he has served as the Clinical Director for a three-university assessment and treatment center for children ages zero-to-five in foster care. Dr. Childress entered the family courts as a private practice psychologist after a career in other areas of psychology, including work with major NIMH researchers in ADHD and schizophrenia. Dr. Childress currently serves as a consultant in clinical psychology in the family courts reviewing professional reports and providing expert testimony and consultation to attorneys, mental health professionals, and the families.
Aunty Linda
Indigineous Australian Aboriginal Expert on CPA Related to PA
Secret Special Guest
Prepare to be captivated by an internationally renowned individual who has made groundbreaking contributions in their field. This adult survivor of child psychological abuse related to parental alienation and abduction has used their personal journey as a powerful catalyst for change. Their work has touched lives, and their presence at the “Nothing About Us, Without Us! Thrivers Speak” Conference is a testament to the growing need to elevate the voices of survivors.
Danica Joan Dockery
Master of Ceremonies and Executive Director of Kids Need Both, Inc. Our Non-Profit Partner
With a heart forged in the fires of adversity and a spirit fueled by resilience, Danica Joan Dockery has dedicated her life to empowering families to navigate the stormy waters of conflict and emerge stronger than ever before.
Armed with a Master of Education from American InterContinental University and certifications as a Family Mediator, Guardian Ad Litem, and Parenting Coordinator, Danica has become a beacon of hope for families in crisis. Through her work as an author, instructor, mentor, and advocate, she empowers families to overcome conflict, establish healthy relationships, and prioritize the well-being of their children.
With expertise in divorce, parenting plans, child custody disputes, and mediation, Danica is dedicated to helping families find common ground and move forward with dignity and respect. As the founder of Kids Need Both, Inc., she continues to champion the cause of co-parenting and familial harmony, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive in a loving and supportive environment.
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