Testimonials...

"Dr. Wellman's story of perseverance in the face of crippling loss moved me to the point of tears while she was speaking. She is the epitome of strength and resiliency which she communicates in a relatable and inspiring way.
More audiences need to experience Ashley"
-Bri Seeley, Podcast Hostess 'The Success Diaries'

"Ashley will capture your soul as you hear her tell her story. She is articulate and passionate about
overcoming life’s challenges, and her new book will warm the hearts of both children and adults.
If you’re a parent or educator, you need to have this book in your collection!"
- Charle Peck, Educator & Podcast Hostess 'Advancing Humanity' 

"Ashley's ability to talk naturally and openly creates a beautiful ebb and flow in the conversation. I realized quickly during my interview Ashley is a wonderful speaker and engaging in many ways. Even through emotion, she was able to convey such beauty and eloquence. I know my listeners will easily relate to the way Ashley shares her stories and journey." 
-Vera-Lee Curnow, Artist & Podcast Hostess 'WhyMe'

“I had Ashley on my podcast to discuss her personal story and book. She’s a captivating speaker who brings both energy and a soothing empathy to conversations around loss”
- Suzy Goodwin, Podcast Hostess 'Run Lift Mom' 

Sample of Talks/Keynote Addresses

Podcast & Show Appearances

From Your Spinout is Gorgeous with Natalie Que: 
​Trauma Study to Trauma Experience: Becoming a Widow in your 30's with Criminologist Dr. Ashley Wellman
Listen here: https://anchor.fm/natalie-que/episodes/Trauma-Study-to-Trauma-Experience-Becoming-a-Widow-in-your-30s-with-Criminologist-Dr-Ashely-Wellman-ehcsur/a-a2qjr0c

Run Lift Mom: How to Model Courage and Vulnerability with Dr. Ashley Wellman
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0vACp8htHiGeUxGDMztygx

Go After your Passion:  The Girl Who Dances with Skeletons- My Friend Fresno
Listen here: goafteryourpassion.libsyn.com/the-girl-who-dances-with-skeletons-my-friend-fresno
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The Metamorphosis Podcast: The Dancing Skeleton, Fresno
Listen here: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-8xw8p-eb1471

Guru Please: Forging a New Identity with Dr. Ashley Wellman
Listen here: guru-please.simplecast.com/episodes/ashley-wellman

​Self-compassionate Professor: Redefining your career and life with Dr. Ashley Wellman
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JBJJZb2nnAhvplGhT9DdE

Sushi Entrepreneur Club: Surviving Trauma with Ashley Wellman
Listen here: https://share.transistor.fm/s/e7bc5ca6

The Sister Show: Mel & CJ chat with Dr. Ashley Wellman
Watch here: https://youtu.be/JddMTHzwhLU 

Conversations with Stephan Neff: Rewriting a Life Worth Living
Listen here: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-kidvm-e57644

The Kentucky Momma: Be Your Best Advocate
Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kentucky-momma/id1492705105?i=1000488327772

​Unrelenting Humans: Dance with Skeletons
Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dance-with-skeletons/id1511970677?i=1000489298019

​Advancing Humanity: Life After Death- How do you Parent Through Grief?
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/12PVCFfNjQuses4Y69O6va?si=C8tRuv1WSDaPcjNqpHMBjA

​Self Publish-N-30 days: Author Spotlight with Ashley Wellman
Watch it here: https://youtu.be/wcoMW5jd4B8

Chatting Over Coffee: Dr. Ashley Wellman- From Scholar to Entrepreneur
Watch here: https://youtu.be/JddMTHzwhLU

10 Items or Less: Is there a Doctor in the House?
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5j8Tkz8ospoDqvl1738vq9?si=GtJ-LRxcS4WzG8-zb9T5Ew

One More Thing Before You Go: That Thing About Finding Happiness After Loss
Listen here: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c4e68e07-6970-4ad5-a45f-dd5c460bfb9f

Bliss with Chriss: #SocialJusticeSeptember- Cold Case Homicide and Sexual Assault Survivors
Listen here: https://www.blisswithchriss.com/podcast/episode/c6323a2b/socialjusticeseptember-cold-case-homicide-and-sexual-assaults-survivors-with-ashley-wellman
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Empowering Business DFW: Risk it for the Biscuit
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0fyW5qfMqylprBmaFzx1R2?si=YXiqVFCJQ7mc9rOnoD4Uvg

Made to Dream: Dr. Ashley Wellman
Watch it here: https://youtu.be/T2wB28YSG8s​

Invited Presentations & Workshops

  • ​​"Processing Grief, Loss, and Trauma." My Health My Resources of Tarrant County. Caregiver Education Program. November 3, 2020.   
  • "Empowering Individuals with Trauma and Challenges to Rewrite their Story." My Health My Resources of Tarrant County. October 13, 2020.  
  • "Understanding the Survivors of Cold Case Homicides and Sexual Assault." Bliss with Chriss, Social Justice September Initiative. Stillwater, OK, September 24, 2020. 
  • "Taboo: Grief, Death and Trauma." The TUF Woman Show. Episode: Death and Dying. September 18, 2020. 
  • "Rewriting the Story: Permission to Pivot after Loss and Trauma." Junior Women's Club of Fort Worth. Fort Worth, TX, September 14, 2020. 
  • "Creating a Beautiful, Messy Life: Life after Trauma." At the Core, Women's Care Group. Virtual Workshop. August 20, 2020. 
  • “Cold Case Survivors: How to Successfully Communicate and Work with Law Enforcement.” Corey’s Network. Grief Support Group. Kansas City, MO, January 13, 2020.
  • "Understanding the Survivors of Homicide- A Theory of Grief" Alberta Hospital Edmonton- Psychiatric Rounds, Edmonton, CAN, April 27, 2018.
  • "A Theory of Unresolved Grief and Homicide" Grey Nuns Hospital- Grand Rounds, Edmonton, CAN, April 27, 2018.
  • "The Lived Experiences of Families Left Behind" Survivors of Homicide- Edmonton, CAN, April 26, 2018.
  • "Understanding the Lived Experiences of Cold Case Homicide Survivors" Keynote- Western Canadian Victims of Homicide Conference, Edmonton CAN, May 15, 2017
  • "Cold Case Survivors’ Expectations of Case Resolution and Perpetrator Punishment" Western Canadian Victims of Homicide Conference, Edmonton CAN, May 15, 2017
  • “Building Police/Community Relations” UCM, Criminal Justice Institute’s Annual Symposium, April 12, 2017.
  • “Reacting to The Hunting Ground: Best Practices to Combat and Respond to Campus Sexual Assault” UCM, Social Justice Week Reaction Panel. April 4, 2017.
  • “Responding on to Sexual Assault and Domestic Abuse” UCM, Women Gender Studies Panel. March 6, 2017.
  • “Defining and Promoting Student-Centered Scholarship at UCM” UCM Learning Day: Faculty and Staff Training. January 5, 2017.
  • “It’s On Us: Understanding and Responding to Sexual Assault” UCM, Spotlight Campus-wide Awareness Event. April 25, 2016.
  • “Engaging in Service Learning in the Classroom” UCM Learning Day: Faculty and Staff Training. January 8, 2016.
  • “Unknown Justice Cold Case Homicide Survivors’ Views and Expectations of Punishment” UCM Honors College Speaker Series. October 28, 2015.
  • “Fifty Shades of Confusion: Exploring the impact of the media on sexual behavior, understanding and healthy sexuality”. Whiteman Air Force Base. August 5, 2015.
  • “Responding to Sexual Assault in Our Community”, UCM Lifelong Learning Program, Warrensburg Community Center. April 16, 2015.
  • “Recognizing, preventing, and intervening in issues of sexual assault”. University of Central Missouri, Campus Housing, February 6, 2015.
  • “Recognizing and Leaving an Abusive Relationship.” Alpha Omicron Pi, University of Central Missouri. December 7, 2014.
  • “Dating Violence: Understanding the Issues and Prevention.” Warrensburg High School, November 6, 2014.
  • “Combating Violence on Campus: Prevention, Intervention and Treatment.” UCM’s Greek Ali Kemp Awareness Week, April 17, 2014.
  • “Sexual Assault Response Staff Training.” UCM VSAP Office, January 17, 2014.
  • “A Discussion on Rape Culture.” UCM, October 22, 2013.
  • “Dating Violence: Understanding the Issues and Prevention.” Warrensburg High School, October 17, 2013.
  • “Take Back the Night: Understanding Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence.” Spotlight, UCM, September 24, 2013.
  • “Coloring Outside The Lines: The Importance of Integrating Creativity into the College Classroom.” CASTLE, The Citadel, April 16, 2012.
  • “The Transition from Graduate School to Tenure-Track and the Importance of Mentors.” CASTLE, The Citadel, October, 29, 2012.