Dr Ritika ‘Ritz’ Suk Birah is a highly respected keynote speaker, Consultant Counselling Psychologist, and workplace wellbeing expert who helps organisations build healthier, more resilient, and higher-performing teams. Known for combining psychological science with practical action, Ritz speaks on resilience, burnout, leadership, mindset, and sustainable performance. Her biggest achievement is the creation of Reflect with Dr Ritz, recognised as the UK’s first WhatsApp journal designed to support mental resilience and make evidence-based psychological tools more accessible to a wider audience. Alongside her speaking career, she is trusted by senior leaders, corporate teams, and high performers to translate complex psychology into strategies people can apply straight away.
Ritz’s early career was built on strong academic and clinical foundations. She studied Neuroscience and Psychology at King’s College London, before completing a Practitioner Doctorate in Psychotherapeutic and Counselling Psychology at the University of Surrey. These qualifications gave her both scientific depth and a strong understanding of human behaviour, emotional regulation, and mental wellbeing. She then developed her expertise through a series of clinical roles across the NHS, including positions with South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, St George’s Healthcare NHS Trust, North East London NHS Foundation Trust, and East London NHS Foundation Trust. These experiences exposed Ritz to a wide range of mental health settings, from adolescent inpatient care to primary care psychology and forensic services. Born in the UK and raised in Singapore, with time also spent in Hong Kong, Ritz developed a broad cultural awareness early in life, something that now strengthens her ability to connect with diverse audiences around the world.
Over the years, Ritz has established an impressive career spanning clinical practice, media, consultancy, and public speaking. She is now a Consultant Counselling Psychologist at Ramsay Health Care UK and leads her own practice, Dr Ritika Consulting, Wellbeing and Therapies. In addition to her clinical work, she is the Founder of Reflect with Dr Ritz, a platform that brings psychology and reflective practice into people’s daily lives through WhatsApp. She is also the Co-host of ‘The Therapy Floor’ podcast, where she and Dr Vicki explore real-life dilemmas with insight and warmth. Ritz has contributed expert commentary to major media outlets and has appeared in publications including Vogue, Fortune Magazine, Psychologies Magazine, HuffPost, and Stylist, as well as on Channel 5 News. Her work with organisations such as Lloyds Bank, Oliver Wyman, Inizio, Fitbit, and Griffith Foods has further strengthened her reputation as a trusted voice on workplace wellbeing, resilience, and leadership under pressure.
Ritz is an outstanding choice for events because she brings clinical authority, commercial relevance, and immediate value to every audience. She speaks on topics including resilience, burnout, stress management, emotional regulation, mental health awareness, habit formation, personal wellbeing, and leadership under pressure. These subjects matter because modern workplaces are asking more of people than ever, and organisations need experts who can help teams perform well without sacrificing their health. For clients seeking a speaker who is credible, current, and genuinely useful, Ritz offers a powerful mix of science, empathy, and practical insight.
Dr Ritz Birah's official speaker topics are listed below:
Thrive Through Change: Pressure-Proof Decisions
This keynote explores how pressure affects decision-making and performance in high-stakes environments. Dr Ritz explains the neuroscience behind stress and how it impacts clarity, communication, and judgement. She introduces practical tools to help leaders pause, regulate, and respond with intention rather than react impulsively. Audiences learn a simple framework for making confident decisions even when uncertainty is high. The session includes real-world applications, such as managing competing priorities during organisational change. Attendees leave with a repeatable structure that improves execution, reduces second-guessing, and strengthens leadership presence under pressure. Ideal for fast-paced industries and teams navigating transformation.
From Good to Extraordinary: The Regulated Leader
In this session, Dr Ritz positions emotional regulation as a core leadership skill rather than a soft trait. She explores how subtle stress patterns can undermine authority, communication, and team dynamics. Through practical techniques, leaders learn how to remain composed, set clear boundaries, and communicate effectively during difficult conversations. The keynote focuses on building consistent leadership behaviours that inspire trust and stability. Attendees gain tools to manage tension, lead through uncertainty, and create psychologically safe environments. This topic is particularly valuable for organisations investing in leadership development and culture transformation.
Productivity That Holds Under Pressure
Dr Ritz challenges the idea that motivation drives productivity, instead focusing on behaviour design and habit formation. This keynote teaches how small, consistent actions can reduce friction and improve follow-through across demanding workloads. She shares neuroscience-backed strategies to minimise decision fatigue and maintain focus throughout the working week. A practical example includes implementing a structured end-of-day routine to improve recovery and next-day performance. Attendees leave with a clear framework for building sustainable productivity habits that work even during periods of high stress. Ideal for teams experiencing overload or struggling with consistency.
The Burnout Breakthrough: 6 Pillars of Self-Care
This keynote addresses burnout through a structured, science-based approach. Dr Ritz outlines six essential pillars: physical health, emotional wellbeing, mental clarity, social connection, purpose, and relaxation. She explains how these pillars interact and how neglecting one can impact overall performance and wellbeing. The session includes practical strategies for integrating self-care into daily routines without adding pressure. Attendees gain a deeper understanding of how to maintain energy, prevent burnout, and build long-term resilience. This topic resonates strongly with high-performing teams and organisations prioritising sustainable wellbeing.
Official Feedback From In-Person & Virtual Events
"98% of participants recommended the programme would benefit other colleagues in their business." - Team, Lloyds Bank
"Dr Ritz hosted a webinar for our company. We were so impressed." - Team, MPB.com
"One of the best sessions DotDigital has offered." - Team, DotDigital
"This session should be compulsory for all employees." - Team, Griffith Foods
- 2025 - Appeared on BBC News as a psychology expert on wellbeing and family dynamics
- 2025 - Featured in The Guardian providing expert psychological commentary
- 2025 - Appointed to Panda London Sleep Expert Panel, contributing to national sleep research
- 2024 - Featured in Fortune Magazine, Vogue, and Psychologies Magazine as a psychology expert
- 2023 - Co-hosted The Therapy Floor podcast
- 2022 - Founded Reflect with Dr Ritz, the UK’s first WhatsApp-based journalling platform
- 2019 - Appointed Consultant Counselling Psychologist at Ramsay Health Care UK
- 2016 - Established Dr Ritika Consulting, Wellbeing and Therapies practice
- 2016 - Qualified as a Chartered Counselling Psychologist
- 2014 - Completed Practitioner Doctorate in Counselling Psychology, University of Surrey
- 2011 - Began clinical career within South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
How to hire Dr Ritz Birah
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