Bring Compassionate, Courageous Conversations to Your Stage
At Compassionate Navigation, we believe a great talk doesn’t just inform — it transforms.
Our founder, Dr. Malynnda Stewart, and our team bring decades of research, teaching, and real-world experience to every audience, from healthcare leaders and educators to community advocates and students.
Every keynote and workshop combines:
✔️ Cutting-edge communication science
✔️ Stories and examples people remember
✔️ Practical tools that audiences can use the same day
✔️ A warm, engaging style that builds trust and momentum
Why Audiences Love Our Talks
✔️ Research-Rooted, Real-World Ready
Every talk we deliver is grounded in over 20 years of communication and cultural research — and made practical with clear steps and relatable stories.
✔️ Warm, Engaging, and Interactive
We know how to hold a room — whether it’s 30 staff at a hospital lunch-and-learn or 300 professionals at a national conference.
✔️ Tailored to Your People
No two talks are exactly alike. We listen, learn your audience’s needs, and adapt each session for maximum relevance and impact.
What We Tend To Speak About
The following are our most commonly asked topics; however, we offer far more.
Navigating Difficult Conversations
Turning Conflict Into Clarity: Frameworks for High-Stakes Communication
How to Handle Hard Conversations at Work Without Losing Trust
Mediation & Communication for Leaders
Advocacy & Allyship
Everyday Advocacy for LGBTQIA+ Inclusion
Rethinking Patient-Centered Care: Speaking Up for Health Equity
Beyond Performative Allyship: Courageous Conversations That Drive Change
Trauma-Informed Communication
Trauma-Informed Care Starts With What You Say
Cultural Humility in Real-World Conversations
Supporting Neurodiverse Patients and Families
Previous and Upcoming Speaking Engagements
What People Are Saying
“Dr. Stewart’s keynote was the highlight of our annual conference — real, engaging, and left us with tools we used the next day.”
— Conference Attendee, 2024
“Our team still talks about the session six months later. We learned so much about how to show up for each other.”
— Faculty Audience Member, 2024
"Malynnda's delivery is top-notch! I was watching the webinar with another person, and we both have ADHD. Malynnda captured our attention the whole time. Very dynamic speaker. The whole world needs to see her presentations."
— Webinar Attendee, 2025
Ready to Book Us? Here’s What to Expect
1️⃣ Start the Conversation — Fill out our simple form or book a quick call.
2️⃣ Design Your Perfect Session — We’ll talk about your audience, goals, and the outcome you want.
3️⃣ Get a Clear Proposal — You’ll receive topics, a timeline, and transparent pricing.
4️⃣ Deliver the Talk — Virtual or in person — always interactive, engaging, and practical.
5️⃣ Stay Connected — Many of our clients bring us back again and again — for follow-ups, panels, or deeper training.