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Dr. Holly Hatcher-Frazier: Mental health for students and teachers.

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Dr. Holly Hatcher-Frazier, best known as the “voice of reason” on the popular docuseries, Dance Moms, found her professional background in education to be a great asset after transitioning to the television series as an original cast member. A doctoral graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s Graduate School of Education, Dr. Hatcher-Frazier worked in education for more than 20 years, in various roles, including as a teacher, administrator, and principal before joining the show. Dr. Hatcher-Frazier served as a positive role model both on and off the reality television show. Dr. Hatcher-Frazier enjoys new challenges and inspires others through public speaking and sharing her reflections as a podcast co-host. An avid traveler with an adventurous spirit, Dr. Hatcher-Frazier is a digital contributor to Travel & Leisure Asia. She also enjoys giving back to her community and is honored to serve on the boards of City Theater and the Pittsburgh Film Office. Dr. Hatcher-Frazier is a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, where she enjoys working with other women who are passionate about service, leadership and scholarship. She has an upcoming TedX talk at the University of Pennsylvania where she attended graduate school. Her most fulfilling roles in life are those of wife and mother to three fabulous children. Her daughter Nia has an upcoming book entitled “Bottom of The Pyramid”. 

  • How to advocate for your child’s mental health.
  • How people can support educators.
  • How To address the youth mental health crisis.
  • How to find purpose in midlife.
  • How to help students to thrive in school.
  • How to cope with High Functioning Depression.


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