Book Caroline to speak
A 15-year-old voice changing the conversation around youth anxiety.
Caroline speaks from lived experience — not a textbook. Her talks are honest, data-driven, and built to spark real conversations at schools, healthcare settings, and community events across Georgia.
Why this matters
The numbers are real. So is the need.
Anxiety is the most common mental health condition among children and teens in the United States. Here's what the data tells us — and why talking about it matters.
1 in 3
teens will experience an anxiety disorder before age 18
80%
of kids with anxiety disorders never receive treatment
6.1M
children ages 2–17 have been diagnosed with anxiety in the U.S.
Age 6
is the average age anxiety symptoms first appear in children
Sources: CDC, ADAA, Child Mind Institute
The speaker
Meet Caroline
Caroline is a 15-year-old high school freshman from Georgia who was diagnosed with anxiety, ADHD, and OCD at age 5. For years she struggled in silence — missing birthday parties, unable to attend church, feeling like she was the only one. Through medication, therapy, and the support of her community, she found her footing. Now she's using her story to help others find theirs.
"Animals have always been a huge part of how I cope. They don't judge you. They just love you."
— Caroline
About Caroline
- Varsity football cheerleader
- Competes on two competitive cheer teams
- Honors student
- Named in Junior Achievement of Georgia's "19 Students to Watch" — selected from 110,000 students — for her work with rescue dogs
- Aspiring veterinarian and future Berry College student (equestrian team + animal science)
- Founder, Calm Collective Project
Life outside the mic
Caroline in action
Cheerleader. Rescue Animal Advocate. Honor Student. Miss America Organization Titleholder. Speaker. She's proof that anxiety doesn't have to define your future.
Talk topics
What Caroline speaks about
Topic 1
The Reality of Youth Anxiety
A data-driven look at how anxiety affects kids and teens today — the statistics, the warning signs, and why so many young people suffer in silence.
Topic 2
Caroline's Personal Story
An honest, age-appropriate account of growing up with anxiety, ADHD, and OCD — and the turning points that helped her move forward.
Topic 3
Coping Tools That Actually Work
Practical strategies for managing anxiety in school, social situations, and everyday life — including the role animals, movement, and community play.
Topic 4
How Communities Can Help
What schools, healthcare providers, families, and faith communities can do to create environments where kids feel safe to speak up and ask for help.
Where Caroline speaks
Caroline is available for in-person events across Georgia and virtually nationwide.
Speaking inquiry
Book Caroline for your event
Interested in having Caroline speak at your school, healthcare setting, or community event? Fill out the form below and we'll be in touch within a few days.
Available in-person across Georgia and virtually nationwide. All inquiries welcome.