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Mental Health Advocate | Filmmaker and Speaker | Expert on Wellness and Storytelling

Amanda Lipp Speaking Fee: $20,000 to $30,000

Mental Health Advocate | Filmmaker and Speaker | Expert on Wellness and Storytelling

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Amanda Lipp
Speaking Fee:
$20,000 to $30,000

Travels From:
LAX - Los Angeles (All Airports)

Primary Topic Category:
Mental Health / Wellness / Self-Help

Secondary Topic Category:
Inspiration / Motivation / Overcoming Obstacles

 

Amanda Lipp Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Amanda Lipp is a documentary filmmaker, mental health advocate, and social entrepreneur. She serves on the Mental Health Advisory Panel at Google and is an appointed member of the Interdepartmental Serious Mental Illness Committee. Amanda has produced over 80 short films on mental health and social impact and has delivered more than 150 keynote speeches globally. She is the founder of Lipp Studios and The Giving Gallery, combining her passion for storytelling and mental health to drive systemic change and personal empowerment.

Amanda Lipp’s journey into mental health advocacy and filmmaking began with a personal crisis during her college years. While studying at UC Davis, Amanda experienced a psychiatric hospitalization, which profoundly influenced her path. A nurse’s simple gesture of giving her a box of crayons sparked her interest in storytelling as a therapeutic and powerful tool. This pivotal moment inspired Amanda to document and share personal stories through film, leading her to create over 100 short films addressing complex topics like youth psychosis and trauma recovery. Amanda's professional career is marked by her extensive involvement in mental health policy and advocacy. She serves on the Mental Health Advisory Panel at Google and the Interdepartmental Serious Mental Illness Committee, advising on federal mental health policies. Amanda’s work has been instrumental in various organizations, including her tenure as the youngest board member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), where she oversaw significant strategic initiatives. Through Lipp Studios, Amanda has collaborated with numerous high-profile clients like Columbia Psychiatry, Sutter Health, and Stanford Medicine. Her films not only capture the essence of mental health challenges but also serve as educational tools in research studies aimed at reducing stigma and promoting help-seeking behaviors. Additionally, Amanda’s innovative project, The Giving Gallery, connects artists with mental health charities, merging creative expression with advocacy. Amanda’s dynamic approach to mental health education extends to her public speaking. She has delivered over 150 keynotes, sharing her personal experiences and professional insights with diverse audiences. Her talks emphasize the importance of vulnerability, storytelling, and creative healing in transforming mental health systems and personal well-being. Beyond her professional endeavors, Amanda is an avid adventurer, enjoying activities like mountain biking, rock climbing, and scuba diving, which she incorporates into her discussions on balancing mental health and lifestyle. Amanda Lipp continues to inspire and educate through her multifaceted career, leveraging the power of films, public speaking, and social entrepreneurship to foster a deeper understanding and support for mental health.
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