Be Their Hero

Speaker, author, and mental health advocate Josh Varner delivers engaging keynotes and workshops that turn complex topics into practical tools for meaningful change.

Keynotes & Workshops
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Ideas That Move People Forward


Josh combines storytelling, humor, and real world experience to make important topics approachable, engaging, and easy to understand. From keynotes to workshops, audiences leave with practical tools they can put into action.

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Keynotes & Workshops

  • Trauma Informed Care

    Understand how trauma impacts behavior and learn practical strategies to better support people through challenging situations.

  • Attachment

    Learn how attachment shapes behavior, relationships, and emotional well-being, with practical strategies for building healthier connections.

  • Managing Stress & Mental Health

    Explore how stress impacts the mind and body while gaining practical tools to manage stress, prevent burnout, and support overall well-being.

  • Consulting

    Customized support to help organizations identify challenges, strengthen systems, and develop practical strategies that create meaningful, lasting change.

  • Digital Detox

    Explore the impact of screen overload and learn practical strategies to build healthier digital habits, reduce stress, and strengthen real life connections.

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Be Their Hero

“I thought this book was wonderfully written and so insightful into the human brain and those that have been impacted by trauma. I wish everyone could gain this knowledge on how to engage and help those affected.”

-Sinisa D.

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“All humans should read this book. It helps people understand the biology of the brain and how to do deal and understand personal trauma”

- Jennie L.

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What People Are Saying

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Director of Curriculum

Angela Meyer

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We Thrive Together.

We Thrive Together.

Turning Advocacy Into Action

Josh believes meaningful change starts with honest conversations and a willingness to learn from the people doing the work.

Created in partnership with United Way, We Thrive Together explores mental health in our community and highlights the people working every day to make a difference.

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Meet Josh

Josh Varner serves as a guiding force for educators, offering insights and strategies to support trauma-impacted students. His experience as a mental health professional, school counselor, and coordinator of at-risk student programs, he understands their challenges and empowers them with empathy and expertise. Through over 400 presentations nationwide, Josh ensures educators receive top-tier support in fostering resilience and growth within their schools.