Nella Yerkes

Inspiring Resilience. Advocating for Mental Health. Creating Lasting Change.

Nella Yerkes is a nationally recognized speaker dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through messages of resilience, mental health awareness, and trauma-informed care. As a former foster youth, she has lived through adversity and emerged with a passion for helping others rewrite their own stories.

With a background in communication and advocacy, Nella has spoken at colleges, high schools, conferences, and organizations across the country. Her engaging, real-world approach breaks down barriers, encouraging open conversations about mental health, trauma, and overcoming obstacles.

Her work focuses on:



• Helping students, educators, and professionals develop resilience
• Advocating for mental health awareness and emotional well-being
• Supporting at-risk youth and foster care communities
• Equipping organizations with trauma-informed strategies

Whether speaking to students looking for direction, educators shaping the next generation, or professionals navigating personal and workplace challenges, Nella brings a powerful, relatable message that inspires action.

Book Nella Yerkes today to bring her transformative message to your audience.

Empowering Resilience