Lesley Nicole
Lesley Nicole Hicks
Author, International Speaker, and Founder of Just One Can
Helping adults build unbreakable connections that save young lives, one conversation at a time.
25 Yrs
Years Experience in Mental Health Education & Family Connection
1000s
Of Parents, Educators & Youth Workers Trained
Our Benefit
Lesley delivers more than just talks, she delivers transformation.
She brings heart-centered, research-backed strategies that empower adults to connect deeply, communicate clearly, and create emotional safety for the children in their care, including those with unique needs such as ADHD.
Through her Come to Me With Anything: Foundation Training, participants learn and master the proprietary Trusted Adult Method™, equipping adults to prevent youth suicide, strengthen relationships, and build trust even in moments of emotional overwhelm or distraction, challenges often faced by families navigating ADHD.
Lesley doesn’t just talk about connection, she teaches it through lived experience, humor, and heart. Every message, workshop, and keynote is designed to make people feel seen, understood, and equipped to build trust that lasts. Her work includes special considerations for ADHD adults and children, offering techniques that are engaging, compassionate, and effective for neurodiverse learners and families.
You won’t leave with just inspiration, you’ll leave with actionable strategies that work in real life. Lesley’s sessions blend neuroscience, storytelling, and hands-on exercises rooted in the Trusted Adult Method™, with adaptable tools designed to support ADHD families through structure, empathy, and interactive learning.
Lesley’s approach creates ripple effects. From classrooms to corporate boardrooms, the Trusted Adult Method™ strengthens relationships, boosts mental health, and helps adults become the one trusted person every child needs including those with specialized learning and emotional attributes like ADHD.
Who Is Lesley Nicole?
Building Bridges Between Adults and Kids Who Feel Alone
Lesley Nicole is an author, international, speaker, and founder of Just One Can Org, a nonprofit dedicated to preventing youth suicide through connection. Her story didn’t start on a stage, it started in Tulsa, Oklahoma, as a little girl who seemed to “have it all” but still felt broken inside. Despite growing up with loving adoptive parents, Lesley battled deep feelings of isolation and attempted suicide more than once.
That experience became her lifelong mission: helping adults bridge the gap between love and communication. Today, Lesley speaks across schools, nonprofits, and major organizations like Berkshire Hathaway, PepsiCo, and Nova University, showing how one caring adult can change everything.
“Most keynote speakers won’t tell you they’ve stood where your struggling child stands. I will.” — Lesley Nicole
More than a speaker, Lesley is a connector, mentor, and advocate, helping parents, educators, and leaders rediscover the power of presence, play, and compassion, with specialized insights for ADHD adults and children to ensure every message truly connects.
International Speaker
Author
Child Advocate for Connection
What Lesley Does Best
Transformative talks that inspire action, empathy, and change in schools, communities, and corporations.
Turn knowledge into impact. Through the Come to Me With Anything: Foundation Training, adults learn the Trusted Adult Method™ and gain practical skills to connect with children and teens & with special considerations for ADHD families
From staff training to community programs, Lesley equips organizations to foster trust, emotional safety, and lasting impact.
"Come to Me With Anything" a heartfelt guide for parents and caregivers on building safe, lasting relationships that save lives.
Equipping adults to become the “one trusted person” every child needs.
Who This Is For
You’re not just showing up for kids. You’re shaping futures.
Lesley works with the people who care deeply those who want to do more than “get through” to kids.
Maybe you’re:
A Parent or Caregiver trying to reconnect with your child
An Educator or Counselor seeking tools that truly work
A Youth Worker or Coach guiding teens through tough transitions
A Corporate Leader supporting parents and mental health in the workplace
What matters most?
You care about making a real difference and you want to do it authentically, effectively, and with heart. Lesley has helped schools, nonprofits, and families including those supporting ADHD adults and children bridge the gap between connection and mental health.
Whether you’re a parent wanting to reconnect with your child, an educator seeking tools to help at-risk students, or a company aiming to foster mental health awareness, Lesley is here to help you build bridges, not just check boxes.
If you’re ready to go from feeling overwhelmed to confidently making an impact, enroll in the Come to Me With Anything: Foundation Training to learn the Trusted Adult Method™.
Testimonial
Here's what clients are saying about working with Lesley Nicole:
This program made such an incredible difference in the cooperation of the children with our staff AND each other! Our view was enlightened of the even greater impact we could have than we previously realized.
- John Barkley
''Just One Can' completely delivers. It transforms how you, your volunteers, and the children you serve understand their intrinsic value, creating a lasting positive impact that ripples through entire communities
- Charlotte Mason
Still Have Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who does Lesley work with?
Lesley works with parents, educators, organizations, and leaders who want to prevent youth suicide and strengthen relationships through trust, connection, and compassion. Her work includes specialized support for ADHD adults and children, helping families and professionals understand, connect with, and empower neurodiverse individuals through evidence-based strategies and heartfelt communication.
What topics does Lesley speak about?
Youth mental health, suicide prevention, neurodiversity, connection, communication, and play-based relational tools.
Does she offer virtual events?
Yes! Lesley speaks at both live and virtual events around the world.
What makes Lesley’s approach different?
She doesn’t just teach, she’s lived it. Lesley blends personal story, research, and humor to help adults feel equipped, not overwhelmed.
Can I book Lesley to speak at my event?
Absolutely! Visit the contact page to send a request or schedule a conversation about your upcoming event.
Be the change. Make a difference
