Lisa Feldman Barrett

Lisa Feldman Barrett is a globally respected authority in the field of psychology and neuroscience, known for her groundbreaking work on the science of emotions. As a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University and one of the Top 0.1% Most Cited Scientists worldwide, Lisa’s research has profoundly reshaped our understanding of how emotions are constructed by the brain. With over 275 peer-reviewed publications in top-tier journals such as “Science” and “Nature Neuroscience”, her work integrates neuroscience, psychology, linguistics, philosophy and anthropology to challenge traditional views of emotional experience.

Lisa’s academic journey began with a BS in Psychology from the University of Toronto, followed by a PhD from the University of Waterloo. Since then, she has held esteemed roles including Professor of Psychology at Boston College, Lecturer in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, and Chief Scientific Officer at the Centre for Law, Brain & Behaviour at Massachusetts General Hospital. Her leadership as President of the Association for Psychological Science and her receipt of prestigious honours like the APA Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award and a Guggenheim Fellowship further cement her status as a pioneering thinker in the field.

A gifted communicator as well as a scientist, Lisa has authored bestselling books including “How Emotions Are Made” and “Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain”, both of which have reached global audiences and been translated into multiple languages. Her TED Talk, “You Aren’t at the Mercy of Your Emotions – Your Brain Creates Them” has amassed over 7 million views, offering a compelling insight into her revolutionary theories. Lisa is a frequent contributor to outlets such as The New York Times, The Guardian, and Scientific American, and she’s a sought-after guest on major podcasts including the “Huberman Lab” and “Adam Grant’s ReThinking”.

Lisa Feldman Barrett’s unique ability to translate complex scientific findings into accessible, actionable insights makes her an exceptional speaker for events centred on mental health, human behaviour, and emotional wellbeing. If you’re looking to challenge assumptions, inspire audiences, and explore the inner workings of the human brain with one of the most influential minds in science today, hire Lisa Feldman Barrett via The Mental Health Speakers Agency.