Navigating Social Terrain
A compassionate and evidence-based approach to better health through meaningful human connections
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Why book Dr. Horn?
Dr. Kimberly Horn is a leading voice in the science of human connection—and why it matters more now than ever. With nearly 30 years as a research psychologist, professor, and public health expert, she brings unmatched depth and warmth to every stage, panel, and event.
Dr. Horn is the author of Friends Matter, For Life, a timely and acclaimed book featured by NPR, CNN, ABC, Psychology Today, SELF, Cosmopolitan, Newsweek, Mashable, and more—and endorsed by bestselling author Mel Robbins. Her work translates cutting-edge science into real-world insights—helping people understand how friendships, social bonds, and everyday human interactions profoundly shape our health, resilience, and sense of belonging.
Whether she’s speaking to corporate leaders, caregivers, educators, healthcare providers, parents, or young adults, Dr. Horn equips audiences with practical strategies, sparks self-reflection, and inspires meaningful change. Her talks are research-backed but never dry—infused with authenticity, humor, and the kind of truth that stays with you long after the event ends.
If your audience is seeking clarity, connection, and community in an often disconnected world—Dr. Kimberly Horn delivers.
Speaking Topics
Dr. Kimberly Horn customizes each talk to fit the needs of your audience, drawing from science, storytelling, and lived wisdom.
Her most requested topics include:
The Science of Friendship
Why friendships are essential to our physical and emotional health
How different life stages—adulthood, aging, youth—impact how we form and sustain friendships
Practical tools for building and repairing connections that last
Recovery, Resilience, and Relationships
How human connection accelerates healing in addiction recovery
Rebuilding trust, belonging, and purpose through peer support
Supporting others through recovery—even when you don’t share the same path
Youth, Loneliness, and Social Media
Helping young people navigate the highs and lows of digital connection
Building real-life social skills in a tech-saturated world
What adults can do to support youth mental health and belonging
LGBTQ+ Health and the Power of Belonging
How loneliness impacts LGBTQ+ individuals—and what connection can heal
Creating safe, affirming spaces that foster true community
Friendship as a protective factor for well-being and identity
Kindness as Resistance
Practicing connection in divided times
How everyday acts of kindness build bridges, reduce stress, and counter polarization
Reclaiming civility and compassion in personal and public life
Social Skills That Matter
The underestimated role of communication in friendship and leadership
Navigating awkwardness, boundaries, and emotional honesty
Tools to deepen connection in work, caregiving, and daily life
Connection in the Workplace
The hidden cost of disconnection among high-achieving professionals
Why belonging is essential for performance, retention, and well-being
How women leaders can build authentic networks that support success and sustainability
Check out this interview about friendship + mental health around the holiday season.
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Ready to book now or want to learn more?
Contact publicist, Ashley Bernardi, for booking and information:
email: friendsmatter@nardimedia.com
Disclaimer: As a research psychologist, Dr. Horn’s expertise is in understanding the science of social connection, loneliness, and well-being. The information she shares is educational and intended to offer guidance and insights based on research and experience. It is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. If someone is experiencing depression, anxiety, or other mental health challenges, seek support from a licensed mental or physical health professional.