Bring Connection Science to Life In Your Community

Eli Harwood — licensed therapist and bestselling author — transforms attachment research into warm, funny, unforgettable talks.

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Trusted by 1M+ caregivers

Featured on Good Morning America and other leading media properties

Licensed Therapist • USA TODAY Bestselling Author

Why Eli?

Your audience deserves a speaker who is:

🎓 Clinically grounded — Licensed Professional Counselor with 19+ years specializing in attachment and trauma.

📚 Proven author — USA TODAY bestselling author of Raising Securely Attached Kids and Securely Attached.

⭐ Engaging communicator — Known for humor, warmth, and making science stick.

"Your audience will walk away with: Confidence to connect without losing boundaries. Language to repair after mistakes instead of chasing perfection. Hope that it’s never too late to change how we love."

SUIKO MCCALL

Artist, Boston, USA

Speaking Topics That Move Minds and Hearts

From parents to professionals, Eli Harwood translates the science of attachment into practical, funny, and unforgettable lessons your audience will carry home — and use for life.

Raising Securely Attached Kids

Perfect for parent groups, education conferences, family organizations

Decode your child’s behavior through an attachment lens.
Master emotional connection while keeping boundaries.
Build confidence and resilience that last a lifetime.

Healing Relationship Patterns

Perfect for wellness conferences, therapy organizations, personal development events

Understand how early experiences shape love and conflict today.
Transform insecure attachment patterns into secure bonds.
Build the foundation for fulfilling, lasting relationships.

multichannel integration

Clinical Applications of Attachment Theory

Perfect for mental health professionals, clinical training, healthcare organizations

Apply attachment principles in therapy and supervision.
Use systemic tools for trauma treatment.
Develop practical, evidence-based interventions.

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Real Families, Real Transformations

These aren't just reviews – they're glimpses into the secure connections being built every day.

Eli is ridiculously articulate and intelligent, and she explains the science of attachment in a way that is accessible and applicable. (A true gift!) Most importantly, her emotional intelligence is off-the-charts. She can read the room as she's speaking and tailor her message to the needs and tone of the group, as well as compassionately answer individual's questions.

Rachel Nielson

3 in 30 Podcast and the Self-Assured Motherhood Program

Booking Process

Consultation Call

Custom Proposal

Event Delivery

Share Your Vision

We’ll start with a quick conversation to learn about your audience, your goals, and what impact you want the event to have. This is a collaborative step — We listen first, so the event is truly tailored to your needs.

Designed for Your Audience

Within days, you’ll receive a personalized package with clear options (keynote, workshop, or virtual). No cookie-cutter presentations — everything is shaped around your context, whether it’s parents, professionals, or educators.

Science Meets Storytelling

On event day, Eli brings the perfect blend of humor, warmth, and evidence-based insight. Your audience will laugh, nod, and leave with scripts and tools they can use immediately. The content is practical, uplifting, and unforgettable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Eli's speaking engagements and approach

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