About Robert "Keith" Cartwright (RKC)
I am committed to mental health wellness and fostering healing-centered relationships. It's a commitment that is both professional and personal. It began when I spent 13 years working with at-risk kids in a therapeutic wilderness environment as part of the Eckerd Youth Alternatives organization. That experience not only opened my eyes to the traumatic journeys others often face, but it also began my journey of coming to understand the emotional roller coaster of my own life.
Today, I serve as an Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Coordinator for the state of Virginia. I participate in and coordinate initiatives that aim to prevent and mitigate the impacts of early childhood trauma. I also serve as the Alcohol and Drug Education Coordinator in a local college’s counseling center. This role further allows me to support young adults in their search for wellness.
My faith in Jesus is the cornerstone of my existence, guiding me in love and service.
I also have two teenage sons. They teach me, daily, the true meaning of resilience and joy. They are the purest examples I have of loving relationships.
I firmly believe that "life is a we thing." To me, this means that our connections with others are not just important but essential—they are our strongest shield against and remedy for life’s adversities.
Join me in exploring how we can build stronger, more supportive relationships that foster healing and hope for everyone involved.
Today, I serve as an Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Coordinator for the state of Virginia. I participate in and coordinate initiatives that aim to prevent and mitigate the impacts of early childhood trauma. I also serve as the Alcohol and Drug Education Coordinator in a local college’s counseling center. This role further allows me to support young adults in their search for wellness.
My faith in Jesus is the cornerstone of my existence, guiding me in love and service.
I also have two teenage sons. They teach me, daily, the true meaning of resilience and joy. They are the purest examples I have of loving relationships.
I firmly believe that "life is a we thing." To me, this means that our connections with others are not just important but essential—they are our strongest shield against and remedy for life’s adversities.
Join me in exploring how we can build stronger, more supportive relationships that foster healing and hope for everyone involved.
RKC Speaks and Teaches
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2025 Speaking And Training Engagements
January 3 - Positive Behavior Supports Training in Charlotte County VA
January 16 - Positive Behavior Supports Training in Chesapeake VA
January 21 - Guest Lecture - Adverse Childhood Experiences - Randolph-Macon College, Ashland VA
January 27 - Substance Abuse Training - York County Schools VA
February 3 - Emotional Awareness Training - Dinwiddie Country Schools VA
February 26-28 - Co-Lead ACE Interface Cohort Training - Fredericksburg VA
March 10-12 - Lead ACE Interface Cohort Training - Dinwiddie VA
March 18-20 - Bully Prevention Training VA Beach VA
March 26 - Emotional Regulation Breakout Session at Virginia State University
April 24 - Guest Appearance on Adverse Childhood Experiences Webinar hosted by Invo Healthcare
May 9 - Healing Centered Relationships Presentation at Overcoming Trauma Through Connections Conference - Danville VA
May 19-23 - Co-Lead Facilitator Training for CHATS (Connecting Humans and Telling Stories) - Marion VA
May 27-29 - Lead ACE Interface Cohort Training Richmond VA
January 16 - Positive Behavior Supports Training in Chesapeake VA
January 21 - Guest Lecture - Adverse Childhood Experiences - Randolph-Macon College, Ashland VA
January 27 - Substance Abuse Training - York County Schools VA
February 3 - Emotional Awareness Training - Dinwiddie Country Schools VA
February 26-28 - Co-Lead ACE Interface Cohort Training - Fredericksburg VA
March 10-12 - Lead ACE Interface Cohort Training - Dinwiddie VA
March 18-20 - Bully Prevention Training VA Beach VA
March 26 - Emotional Regulation Breakout Session at Virginia State University
April 24 - Guest Appearance on Adverse Childhood Experiences Webinar hosted by Invo Healthcare
May 9 - Healing Centered Relationships Presentation at Overcoming Trauma Through Connections Conference - Danville VA
May 19-23 - Co-Lead Facilitator Training for CHATS (Connecting Humans and Telling Stories) - Marion VA
May 27-29 - Lead ACE Interface Cohort Training Richmond VA