LA Adkins | SpeakerHub

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Bio

LA Adkins (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Mindfulness Meditation Guide, and Sound Journey Practitioner with over a decade of public speaking experience. As a creative, writer, and champion of solitude, LA speaks from a trauma-informed, heart-centered, and soul-led lens. Her talks explore life transitions, grief and loss, rest as a sacred practice, self-compassion, and the practice of gratitude, all rooted in helping others build a deeper relationship with themselves. LA has delivered talks across TEDx stages, federal agencies, universities, public schools, and wellness spaces nationwide. Whether she's holding space in a room of ten or a hall of hundreds, her presence invites reflection, authenticity, and meaningful inner connection.

Current position (1)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Reconnect With You

Degrees (1)

Master of Social Work

University of Wisconsin-Madison

2011 to 2013

Presentations

Presentations (3)

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Sacred Rest: Rest as a Revolutionary Practice

This one-hour talk invites listeners to reimagine rest as an intentional, embodied wellness practice rather than a luxury or reward. Drawing from personal storytelling and lived experience, I unpack the different types of rest, the challenges we face in prioritizing it, and how rest connects to our mental and emotional well-being. Previously offered at wellness summits and social justice-centered organizations, this session resonates deeply with those navigating burnout or seeking more grounded self-care. Participants leave with tools and inspiration to build meaningful rest practices into their daily lives.

Mindfulness & Building Your Wellness Toolkit

This interactive one-hour workshop offers an accessible introduction to mindfulness, grounded in both practice and real-life application. Participants will explore what mindfulness is (and isn’t), why it matters, and how to overcome common challenges to building a practice. The session includes a guided mindfulness exercise, practical tools for integrating mindfulness into daily life, and a variety of techniques and resources to support continued growth. Previously offered to nonprofit organizations and both high school and college students, this workshop is ideal for those seeking greater presence, emotional balance, and self-awareness in their everyday lives.

Past talks (1)

Restore: A Sound Journey and Community Care Circle

LA Adkins

Los Angeles, California

August 23, 2025