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A Trusted Voice in Mental Health & Leadership

Jackie Lightner, LICSW, is a recognized thought leader in women’s mental health, leadership, and resilience. Through keynote speaking, expert commentary, and media contributions, she is helping to reshape the national conversation around mental health—breaking stigma, increasing access to care, and empowering individuals and organizations to create more supportive, informed, and mentally resilient spaces.

Her expertise has been sought after by corporate organizations, professional associations, healthcare leaders, and media outlets, making her a trusted voice in mental health advocacy and leadership development.

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Featured In

Ask Us Beauty Magazine
2nd Annual Charity Fashion Show by Rivet & Well Lived Women
Better Together Women's Event
Unswaddled Podcast
Thrive Summit 2024
EF Gap Year Leadership Summit 2023
Associated Press
Northshore Magazine

Speaking Engagements & Thought Leadership

Jackie has been invited to speak at industry-leading conferences, leadership summits, and professional panels, where she shares powerful insights on mental health, resilience, and the intersection of leadership and well-being.
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Better Together Women's Event - Spring Conference (2025)

  • Keynote speaker sharing her personal recovery journey, the founding of LightWork, and accessible coping tools that support sustainable healing.
  • Audience: Conference attendees focused on wellness, personal growth, and recovery.
  • Key themes: Authenticity in mental health care, purpose-driven leadership, and lived experience as a foundation for clinical support.
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Rivet Collective x Well Lived Women Charity Fashion Show (2025)

  • Walked as a featured model representing LightWork, alongside other women business owners. Event raised funds for Red’s Good Vibes, a nonprofit providing free meals and community fridges with dignity and zero judgment.
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MA Maternal Mental Health Conference (May 15, 2024, UMass Club, Boston)

  • Panelist discussing the importance of maternal mental health, increasing services, and expanding access to care for women and mothers.
  • Audience: Over 100 attendees, including policy makers, insurance stakeholders, and healthcare leaders.
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North Shore Chamber of Commerce THRIVE Summit (2024)

  • Panelist speaking to over 200 attendees about mental health and wellness in professional settings.
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EF Education First – Gap Year Leadership Summit (Ashridge House, London, March 2023)

  • Delivered a keynote on mental health and leadership to hundreds of students and staff.
  • Testimonial from Lauren West, VP Study Abroad/Gap Year at EF:
    “Jackie’s session at our student orientation was rated the highest of all the sessions and activities. We can’t wait to have her back for more opportunities to engage with our students and staff!”
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Media & Podcast Features

Jackie is a trusted voice in mental health and leadership, bringing expertise, warmth, and real-world experience to conversations about mental well-being, addiction recovery, and leadership development.

Featured Appearances:

Ask Us Beauty Magazine Everyday Beauty Spotlight

UNswaddled: The Nurture by NAPS Podcast

Point 1 Podcast with Christina Muccio

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Expert panel discussions on mental health and leadership
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Media interviews providing expert insights and commentary
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Podcasts & guest articles on mental health, leadership, and resilience

What People Are Saying

“Jackie’s session at our student orientation was rated the highest of all the sessions and activities. We can’t wait to have her back for more opportunities to engage with our students and staff!”

- Lauren West, VP Study Abroad/Gap Year at EF

“Jackie has helped me manage my anxiety so much this past year, and has given me techniques I can do by myself as well. Jackie has been a major part in my healing process, and wants nothing but success for you, regardless of the cards you’ve been dealt. I’m so grateful for our sessions thus far.”

-Sloane P., client

“Since I have been working with Jackie, I have seen not only growth within myself, but a serious decrease with my anxiety. She is PHENOMENAL. I can be my most vulnerable self, cry & spill my heart out without feeling insecure or judged. If you had a hard time finding where to start, seriously look no further.”

-Sienna C., client

“Jackie has a way of being gentle yet honest in her counseling, while confronting the places within that need healing. She's extremely thoughtful and clear, and it's obvious how passionate she is about her patients and her practice. I appreciated how she is empathetic, yet also constructive. Extremely appreciative! Highly recommend!!”

-Elizabeth H.