Speaking and Presentations
Dr. Kristina Scharp is a communication professional who regularly appears in person at universities, for keynote presentations, and in the media.
Topics
Potential Topics Include:
Parent-Child Estrangement
Parental Alienation
Relational Distancing
Homesickness
Resilience
Adoption
Formats
Potential Formats Include:
Keynote Presentations
Research Talks
Media Interviews
Media Appearances
Educational Workshops
Testimonials
My team and I were honored to have Dr. Kristina Scharp as a guest on our podcast, Mental Health Supra Omnia, to discuss her expertise on family estrangement. We were really impressed with the extensive research she has done over the years, and her passion in this area clearly radiates when she talks about her work. As a psychologist, what really stood out was Dr. Scharp's understanding of how family estrangement impacts not only the dyad directly involved but the entire family dynamic, along with her compassion and unbiased objectivity for those affected. She was a pleasure to work with throughout the podcast project from start to finish, and we would love to have her on again to keep us updated on her future research!
Erika Kawamura, PsyD, DipACLM, MS in HR/Org Leadership. Psychologist and Director of Practice Initiatives at Equilibria Psychological and Consultation Services.
"I heard your segment on NPR yesterday and was profoundly impacted. I had never heard of some of the terms you used to describe the issue of estrangement. While the piece focused primarily on adult children who are seeking distance from a parent, I am an adult child who is estranged from her father by his choice. The consequences of this severed relationship have been so difficult for me to accept, especially since, in our case, the estrangement impacts multiple generations. I would love the chance to tell you my story. Thank you for doing this work and shedding light on this incredibly complex and painful topic."
Name Withheld
"I had the chance to hear Kristina present her research on estrangement at UConn, and what stood out immediately was both the depth of knowledge and how accessible she made the topic. She has a clear command of the research, but she shares it in a way that feels grounded and easy to follow. Her presentation helped me make sense of experiences that often confusing, painful, and difficult to name. She also offered practical ways to think about communication in the context of distance and disconnection. It felt relevant, thoughtful, and genuinely useful for people trying to navigate strained or estranged relationships."
Elizabeth A. Hintz
Associate Professor
University of Connecticut