Dr. Holly Keynote Speaker from New Orleans, LA

Holly MacKenna, M.D., is a dual board-certified psychiatrist and integrative medicine physician who has practiced for over 20 years. She is fellowship trained in Integrative Medicine and specializes in providing whole-person care to those who have experienced psychological trauma and traumatic brain injuries. Dr. MacKenna is certified in auricular acupuncture and distance Reiki. She is also a Facilitator trained by the Center for Mind-Body Medicine. Dr. MacKenna spends part of her time developing her integrative psychiatry private practice, Dara Wellness, which is based in New Orleans and serves patients throughout the Gulf Coast, including LA, MS, AL, NJ, OH, and IL. Her practice utilizes integrative medicine methods such as nutrition, sleep management, lifestyle modification, and mind-body modalities such as reiki and mindfulness utilizing both in-person and telemedicine experiences. Dr. Holly is a renowned international speaker with #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement and has spoken for organizations such as The Golden State Warriors and Chicago Wolves. She regularly contributes to Fox 8 NOLA TV in New Orleans and ESPN Radio New Orleans. Dr. Holly is a published author and has written extensively about her experiences as a chronic illness (Ehlers-Danlos) patient, trainee, and healer within our healthcare system. Dr. MacKenna has a children’s book co-written with her twelve-year-old daughter featuring mind-body techniques for reducing stress with an anticipated publication date of October 2025. She is a regular contributor on Fox 8's NOLA Morning Edition where she serves as a Media Medical Educator focusing on mental health and whole health topics. Potential speaking topics include (but are not limited to): Inspiring and educating women with chronic illness to advocate for themselves in the modern healthcare system Stress Reduction Using Flow State to Improve Mental Health Integrative Psychiatry Approach to Traumatic Brain Injuries / Depression / Bipolar Disorder / Anxiety / Post-traumatic Stress Disorder Health Benefits of Mindfulness and Mind-Body Medicine (with optional experiential workshop)