Expert Insights. Practical Tools. Healthier Minds. Stronger Communities.
The KidsTLC Speaker Series brings experience and expertise into the community to share practical knowledge and strategies that support mental wellness, cultivate care, strengthen connection, and build community.
This series can be tailored to meet the needs of your organization—whether you’re looking to educate, inspire, or equip your team with practical tools.
What we cover:
- Mental Wellness in the Workplace
- Leadership Development and Team Culture
- Youth Behavioral Health
- Trauma-informed Care
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Neurodiversity Awareness and Inclusion
- Family, Parenting, and Caregiver support
Who it’s for:
- Companies and corporate teams
- Schools and educational organizations
- Nonprofits, civic groups, and community organizations
- Professional associations and chambers of commerce
- Leadership teams and people managers
- Parent groups and caregiver networks
Why it matters:
- This free program provides expert-led, actionable tools and insights participants can use immediately to strengthen their workplace, community, connections and well-being.
Meet Our Speakers
Our speakers are available for:
- Keynote presentations
- Panel discussions
- Staff professional development
- Workplace wellness or motivational talks
- Small group workshops and facilitation
Each session is customizable based on your audience, goals, and format.
Click on a speaker’s name to view their bio and speaking topics.
To book a speaker, email Elizabeth Hall at ehall@kidstlc.org.
Erin Dugan, Ph.D.
President & CEO
Erin has led KidsTLC since 2018, following 26 years with the Olathe Public Schools. She holds an M.S. in Child Developmental Psychology and a Ph.D. in Education, Policy and Leadership.
Topics include: The Impact of Mental Health in the Workplace, Building Resilience in Children and Leaders, Leading with Positivity, Creating Cultures of Wellness, The Mental Health Impact of Volunteering, Having Difficult Conversations with Anyone.
John Laffoon, Ed.D., MSW
Executive Leader, Education & Clinical Integration
John joined KidsTLC in 2020 after 20 years with the Olathe Public Schools, where he served as Director of Special Services among other roles. He has extensive experience supporting at-risk youth and has worked as a therapist, emergency screener and trainer.
Topics include: Leadership, Working with Challenging Children, Mental Health Topics, School Transitions and Anxiety.
Dan Lash, LCMFT
Vice President of Lotus Programming
Dan has more than 20 years of experience as a therapist, beginning in music therapy before becoming a marriage and family therapist. He has been with KidsTLC for 12 years in key clinical and leadership roles.
Topics include: Building Trust and Resilience, Healthy Self-Care Strategies, Strengthening Relationships Through Therapeutic Approaches.
Katie Gower
Vice President, Trellis Center
Katie joined KidsTLC in 2017 and has extensive training in behavior analysis, including specialized work at Kennedy Krieger Institute. She is a strong advocate for accessible, high-quality behavioral services.
Topics include: Behavior Analytic Supports, Autism Support, Caregiver and Staff Training, Understanding the Functions of Behavior.
Devin Burgin
Vice President, Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility
Devin brings nearly 13 years of behavioral health leadership experience. With a background in exercise science and personal training, he is passionate about mentorship and team development.
Topics include: Residential Operations, Leadership Development, Teamwork, Purposeful Leadership, Leadership.
Kana Love, LCPC, M.S.
Director of Clinical Training
Kana has been part of KidsTLC since 2016 and has served in multiple clinical roles, including unit therapist and private practice clinician. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a focus on relationship-based work.
Topics include: Mental Wellness, Complex Trauma and Attachment, Cultural Belonging, Parent-Child Relationships.
Luca Anelli, LMLP
Director of Clinical Services
Luca is a Licensed Masters Level Psychologist and former unit therapist in KidsTLC’s Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility. He holds degrees in Psychology, Sociology and Clinical Psychology.
Topics include: Supporting Neurodiverse Youth, Autism and IDD-Focused Care, Multidisciplinary Therapeutic Approaches.