Speaking
Dr. Joy loves sharing her knowledge and neurodiversity-affirming approach with parents, clinicians, and schools. Grounded in a relational, neuroscience-informed approach, she is deeply committed to helping children and families thrive—and to bringing that understanding to the communities she serves.
Please contact our office to determine rates and availability.
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Building Resilience In Our Neurodivergent Youth: A Nervous System Regulation Approach.
PCDA Parenting Learning Series, 2026
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Building resiliency in our neurodivergent youth: A Nervous System Regulation Approach.
Westridge School, 2026
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Back to School Tools for Neurodiverse Students.
Arroyo Seco Regional Library, 2025
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A Kids Book About Nervous System Regulation with Dr. Joy Malik-Hasbrook, PsyD.
Polyvagal Institute, Community Event Author Talk, 2024
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Nervous System Regulation Across Development: A Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach.
Waverly School, 2024
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Embracing Neurodiversity and Autism: Why We Need Different Brains. Glendale
Unified School District for Autism Acceptance Month, 2024
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Relational, Regulation, and Resiliency-Informed Pediatric Neurodevelopmental/Psychological Assessment.
Los Angeles County Psychological Association Annual Convention, 2023
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Building a Trauma Responsive & Resilience Strengthening Child Welfare System.
UCLA Prevention Center of Excellence, January - June 2021
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Respecting Complexity: A Multidisciplinary, Trauma-Centered Approach to Assessment, Treatment, & Care, Using Interpersonal Neurobiology to Help a Child & His Family Navigate the Impact of Trauma.
mindGAINS - Global Association for Interpersonal Neurobiology Studies, 2020
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Strengthening Connection to Help Families Thrive.
St. Bede the Venerable School, 2019
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How Connection Promotes Resilience in Teens.
Saint Francis High School, 2019
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“Belonging is not just a psychological state; it’s a biological need. Social connection is a necessary ingredient for a life of well-being.”
— Deb Dana, LCSW