The psychology behind how people think, lead and thrive.
Dr. Karla Evans is a clinical psychologist, speaker, and leadership expert who helps people understand the connection between how they think, how they respond, and how they lead.
Psychology with purpose. Leadership that changes people.
Dr. Karla brings nearly two decades of experience in psychology, leadership, and human behavior to the stage. Her work helps people recognize the patterns shaping how they think, regulate emotions under pressure, strengthen relationship, and lead with greater intention.
Experience that Shapes the Message
Dr. Karla Evans is a licensed clinical psychologist, speaker, and leadership expert with nearly two decades of experience helping people navigate pressure, regulate emotions, strengthen relationships, and lead with greater intention.
Her career has taken her from the federal prison system and psychiatric inpatient care to training future psychologists, teaching at the university level, and working with leaders and organizations. She has served as Director of Clinical Training for APA-accredited doctoral interns and has worked with Veterans, families, and individuals facing some of life’s most challenging circumstances. She is the co-owner of Anticipate Joy, an online professional counseling and training platform alongside her amazing business partner Dr. Veronica Tetterton. For dual speaking engagement requests, please reach out through anticipatejoy.com.
Today, Karla brings those experiences to the stage—combining psychology, compelling stories, practical tools, and purpose to help people think differently and create meaningful change.
Faith. Family. Purpose.
Karla’s work is deeply shaped by her faith, her family, and a belief that every person has God-given purpose. She and her husband, Dallas, have been married 20 years and are raising four boys-an experience that keeps life full, joyful, and very real.
Her faith in Jesus is the foundation of how she lives, leads, and serves others.