Mental Health Education • Training • Consultation
Navigate hard conversations with
confidence.
MindWise Talks helps educators, clinicians, students, families, and organizations approach complex mental health topics with knowledge, confidence, and compassion.
Founded by licensed psychologists Dr. Kristine Flanigan and Dr. Carly Poynter, MindWise Talks provides engaging, evidence-based presentations, professional training, consultation, and educational resources designed to create lasting impact.
Warm, practical, expert-led mental health education.
Meet the Psychologists
California Licensed Psychologist PSY 35863
California Licensed Psychologist PSY 36704
California Licensed Psychologist PSY 35863
Kristine Flanigan, Psy.D.
Carly Poynter, Psy.D.
Dr. Kristine Flanigan is a licensed psychologist with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families across a variety of clinical and educational settings. Her professional background includes specialized training and experience in eating disorders, developmental concerns, trauma, anxiety, and emotional wellbeing.
Throughout her career, Dr. Flanigan has worked closely with students and families in both school-based and community settings, giving her a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by today’s youth. She is passionate about translating psychological research into practical, accessible information that empowers individuals, families, educators, and organizations.
Dr. Flanigan is also known for her creativity, bringing fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to her work and presentations. As a speaker, she is recognized for her engaging, approachable style and her ability to make complex mental health topics both understandable and actionable.
Dr. Carly Poynter is a licensed psychologist with experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families across educational and clinical settings. She has specialized training and expertise in eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), developmental concerns, trauma, and emotional health.
Dr. Poynter has worked extensively with students from kindergarten through college and understands the academic, social, and emotional pressures that impact young people and their families. She is highly knowledgeable in evidence-based practices and is skilled at adapting her approach to meet the unique needs of each audience while remaining grounded in research-based recommendations.
Known for her warm and engaging presentation style, Dr. Poynter combines evidence-based knowledge with practical strategies that audiences can apply in everyday life.
What We Offer
Presentations, training, and consultation for real-world mental health needs.
MindWise Talks provides engaging, evidence-based mental health education for schools, healthcare organizations, group practices, universities, workplaces, and community organizations.
For Educators &
School Communities
Supporting teachers, counselors, administrators, and school staff in understanding and responding to the challenges facing today’s students and families.
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Student anxiety and emotional wellbeing
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Eating disorders and body image concerns
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Mental health literacy for school communities
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Difficult conversations with students and families
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Building resilience and emotional wellbeing
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Social media, self-esteem, and adolescent mental health
For Clinicians & Healthcare Professionals
Practical, evidence-based trainings on topics that often receive limited attention in graduate training programs.
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Eating disorders across the lifespan
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OCD assessment and treatment considerations
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Trauma and trauma-informed care
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Perinatal and postpartum mental health
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Developmental concerns in clinical practice
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Insurance documentation best practices
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Navigating insurance audits with confidence
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Audit preparation and risk reduction strategies
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Private practice sustainability and compliance considerations
For Students
Age-appropriate presentations designed for middle school, high school, college, and graduate students.
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Managing stress and anxiety
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Building resilience
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Body image and self-esteem
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Healthy relationships
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Mental health awareness
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College transition and adjustment
Beyond the Presentation
Support that continues after the training ends.
MindWise Talks offers ongoing support and customized resources to help organizations continue supporting their communities long after training is complete.
Educational Booklests
Parent Guides
Resource Packets
Awareness Posters
Custom Worksheets
Staff Training Materials
Consultation
Consultation for clinical practice, schools & organizations.
MindWise Talks offers consultation to help you gain greater understanding of topics impacting those you works with.
Consultation Areas Include
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Clinical case consultation
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Program development
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Eating disorder program implementation
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OCD and anxiety-related clinical concerns
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Trauma-informed practice development
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School consultation
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Parent education initiatives
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Insurance navigation and documentation support
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Audit preparation and risk reduction strategies
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Clinical workflow and practice development
Practice Consultation
Supporting clinicians and group practices beyond direct clinical work.
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Clinical program development
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Insurance navigation
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Documentation best practices
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Audit preparedness and risk reduction
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Eating disorder and OCD-related practice considerations
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Staff training and professional development
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Practice growth and sustainability
Why MindWise Talks?
Education that leaves people feeling capable—not afraid of saying the wrong thing.
Our mission is to help people approach complex mental health topics with greater confidence, understanding, and compassion.
✓ Evidence-Based
Education
✓ Consultation Available
✓ Practical & Actionable
✓ Custom Resources
✓ Engaging & Interactive
✓ Tailored Presentations
✓ School & Community
Experience
✓ Licensed
Psychologists
Rates
Clear presentation rates.
60 Minutes
$500
Presentation and access to materials and post presentation consultation
Clear consultation rates.
60 Minutes
$250
Consultation and access to materials
90 Minutes
$750
Presentation or training and access to materials and post presentation consultation
120 Minutes
$1000
Presentation, workshop, or training and access to materials and post presentation consultation
Contact
Let’s start the conversation.
Interested in booking a presentation, workshop, training, consultation, or custom resource package?
Email:
MindWiseTalks@gmail.com
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