Kerry Daynes is represented by Tidy Management

Kerry Daynes is instantly recognisable as the UK’s most trusted Consultant Forensic Psychologist and true crime expert.

A TV Presenter, Author, Keynote Speaker and Media Contributor on all things Psychological, Kerry is the go-to psychologist in the media due to her unique combination of specialist knowledge, down-to-earth style, and the rare ability to connect with viewers on an emotional level.

With a career spanning nearly thirty years on the frontline of crime, Kerry is highly qualified and experienced. She understands not just the what and how, but the why behind criminal, victim and wider human behaviours making her an exceptional talent.

Best known for her fan-favourite role as ‘The Profiler’ on Discovery’s long-running series Faking It: Tears of a Crime, Kerry regularly appears on television both in the UK and across the globe. She is also a critically acclaimed author, publishing the first of her bestselling memoirs in 2019. The Dark Side of the Mind received widespread praise for her honesty and portrayal of both offenders and victims as multifaceted individuals, rather than stereotypes. In addition she is an award-winning anti-stalking campaigner and passionate advocate for victims of violence and abuse.

Bright, funny and opinionated, Kerry is an impressive speaker. With a jaw-dropping personal story, alongside eye-opening and heart-breaking anecdotes from her professional life, her unforgettable speeches are in much demand.

Kerry Daynes speaks on a variety of topics

If you’re looking for a speaker who can bridge psychology with real-world relevance, Kerry’s a standout choice. Companies that prioritise mental wellbeing enjoy happier teams and higher profits. Kerry equips organisations with the psychological “storm-proofing” needed to thrive in today’s high-pressure world. Her engaging talks, workshops and training sessions cover:

• Resilience and stress management
• Emotional intelligence
• ‘Dark Triad’ traits ad what we can learn from them
• Mental wellbeing in the workplace

Expect practical, jargon-free takeaways and a refreshed, open culture.Kerry creates bespoke talks around the themes of social justice and compassion, burnout and resilience, women’s interests and empowerment, championing ourselves and each other, the power of social connections/teamwork and personal growth.

The Dark Side of the Mind: My Life as a Forensic Psychologist

From walking into a maximum-security prison at just 21, to working with high-profile killers and survivors, Kerry explores the darkest recesses of the human psyche with candour and humour. A gripping, often jaw-dropping talk on what a life in crime really teaches us about humanity and compassion.

Fighting Back to ‘Fighting Forward’: Transforming Adversity Into Advocacy
Kerry shares her extraordinary story of being stalked – a terrifying ordeal she transformed into a platform for change. A raw, fearless and ultimately uplifting keynote about speaking up, supporting each other, and how personal trauma can be channelled into social action.

What Doesn’t Kill You: Real-World Resilience
Challenging audiences to rethink what it means to be resilient, offering practical strategies for cultivating mental strength, emotional agility, and compassionate leadership in high-stake environments.

Kerry also offer a range of speeches for Younger Audiences

Kerry is a natural role model for young people. Mixing humour, science and a dash of gory storytelling, she makes psychology irresistible. She also offers a series of educational talks for children of 14yrs + that combine humour and science, with just the right amount of gory storytelling. Students (not to mention teachers and parents!) are entertained and enthralled by a range of forensic psychology subjects including How to be the Right Kind Of Psychopath and So You Think You Can Spot a Liar?

Popular school and college talks include:

• Is Your Teacher A Psychopath?
• The Truth About Lie Detection
• There’s An Eyeball In My Soup! (Kerry’s own career journey, inspiring young minds to aim high in science and beyond)
Signature Keynotes

Kerry is a particularly awe-inspiring role-model for female students and those who aspire to a career in science, her talk about her own journey, There’s An Eyeball In My Soup!, motivates and encourages younger audiences to continue their studies.

Kerry also offers talks on various forensic and social justice topics, including prisons, serial killer culture, domestic abuse/coercive control, the psychology of cons, the impact of porn and the rise of misogyny – perfect for conference keynotes and for interested lay audiences.

Expertise

Body Language, Broadcaster, Crime, Education, Humour, Media & Journalism, Motivation & Inspiration, psychology & mental health awareness, Science, TV Presenter.

Talents

Author, Broadcaster, Expert, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Podcaster, Presenter, Speaker.

Books

The Dark Side of the Mind: True Stories from My Life as a Forensic Psychologist – Cassell (30 May 2019) Sunday Times Top Ten Best Seller and Amazon Best Seller.

‘Kerry Daynes writes with knowledgeable insight on a side of people – and the criminal system that purports to treat them – that many would prefer to leave alone. The humour and psychological skills that have enabled her survival shine through.’ JESSICA FELLOWES, author of The Mitford Murders

‘Daynes offers fascinating insights into what makes criminals tick and how they might be more effectively treated. Her book is funny, wise and thoroughly gripping.’ Jake Kerridge, writer and critic

‘Grimly fascinating – a timely and gripping exploration of mental health issues in the criminal justice system from an author intimately acquainted with its dark heart.’ Harriet Tyce, author of Blood Orange

What Lies Buried: A forensic psychologist’s true stories of madness, the bad and the misunderstood – Endeavour (19 Aug 2021) Listed for the Crime Writers Association Golden Dagger Award for non-fiction.

‘What Lies Buried is a towering achievement. Kerry takes us deep into the minds of the disturbed and dangerous and challenges our very humanity. As gripping as any thriller. Her dry wit and humour keeps it real.’ BARBARA MACHIN, screen writer and creator of Waking the Dead

‘Pacy and gripping. Daynes uses her trademark mix of humour and humanity to shine a light on those we rarely get to hear from. A brilliant, important and sensitive book.’ SARAH LANGFORD, barrister and author of In Your Defence

Is There a Psycho in your Life?: Britain’s leading forensic psychologist explains how to spot them – Coronet (5 Jan. 2012)

Media

TV & Radio

Faking it; The True Tears of Crime (Discovery Investigations, TLC, Really, Quest Red and Discovery Plus – returning series with numerous specials)
The Victorian Murder Files (presenter)
Bronson: Fit To Be Free?
Jack the Ripper: Hidden Victims (presenter)
Murdered At First Sight
Celebrity Obsessions
This Morning
The Moors Murders
Conman: The Mark Acklom Story
Conmen Case Files
A Tonight Special: Living With A Killer
Inside The Mind Of Con Artists (presenter)
Serial Killer Wives
World’s Deadliest Families
The Lying Games
The Lying Game: Crimes that Fooled Britain
Killing Mum & Dad
Mania
Seven Days that Made the Fuhrer
Wild Women
Murderers and Their Mothers
Countdown to Murder
The Making of a Monster
When Life Means Life
Encounters with Evil
Judge Rinder’s Crime Stories
Jeremy Vine Show
Stephen Nolan Show
Victoria Derbyshire Show
Steph’s Packed Lunch

Testimonials

“Your wellbeing session has received really great feedback with many people saying it was the best they’ve been to at Discovery! Praise indeed.”
Kate Kielty, PR, Discovery Communications

“What a hugely inspirational lady … everyone was transfixed. I have certainly found myself thinking in a different way.”
Brian Collier, Experience Economy Lead at XFS

“I wish to thank you on behalf of the Isle of Wight Literary Festival for your incredible talk. You captivated the audience with your fascinating insights into a world most of us only encounter on our television screens.”
Julia Dams, Programme Director, IoW Literary Festival

“We would like to send you our most sincere thanks for your wonderful talk to our Conference. We have had some very positive feedback from the delegates; one emailed us to say ‘your keynote speaker was one of the best speakers I have ever heard; fluent, knowledgeable, funny. We agreed we could have happily listened to her for several more hours.’ You started the Conference off on a high note for which we are most grateful.“
Jane Mayer, Conference Organiser, National Womens Register

“I wholeheartedly recommend Kerry to any business and any audience serious about taking their people to the next level. Kerry’s talks for Health Enrich have set a really positive and upbeat tone for our client events. The content is unique and captivating; funny, informative and challenging. We have had great feedback, including from very senior and experienced leaders who got something new and valuable from Kerry’s keynote. She appeals to all levels and all industries which is a rare find and her messages are clear, immediately actionable and delivered in a way that is hugely enjoyable to listen to. On a more personal level, Kerry is as down to earth as she is professional and it was great working with her.”
Zoe Lancaster, Managing Director of Health Enrich

“On behalf of all the Festival team I would like to say a huge thank you for the amazing event at the Festival. We’ve had fantastic feedback from the audience that came and the staff about how fascinating and enlightening the talk was.”
Becky Wholley, Festival Co-ordinator

“Kerry Daynes was one of the standout highlights of this year’s festival. An accomplished and engaging speaker, she captivated the audience with her recollections, observations and insight. Fiercely honest and highly entertaining, she was a gem of a guest and we would have her back in a heartbeat.”
Lesley Richardson, Open House Festival Bangor

“Kerry Daynes is a brilliant communicator, able to translate the intricate and fascinating world of psychology in a witty, warm and engaging way. Salon London has worked with her many times, and at many festivals across the country and can recommend her as a rare find – a speaker who can deliver her expert knowledge in the way audiences enjoy hearing it.”
Helen Bagnall, Co-founder of Salon London and Salon North

“Compassionate and powerful”
Dr Emma Short, Director of the National Centre for Cyber-Stalking Research

“Back again by popular demand”
The Oldie Magazine, Soho Literary Festival

“What a revelation! Women in leadership roles or advancing up the career ladder really need to hear Kerry speak. Kerry is entertaining, warm and completely relatable.“
Beverley Chadwick, Vice President and Corporate Controller at Squaretrade Inc

“The talk you did for us was one of the most interesting events I have had the pleasure of listening to (I was like a sponge with all the info you presented). I can’t wait to hear more from you.”
Gemma Rowland, Literature Festivals Manager, Harrogate International Festivals

Some audience comments:

“It struck the right balance between being thought provoking and entertaining.”

“What a fascinating talk. Kerry was really interesting to listen to and covered a lot of intriguing topics and cases.”

“Kerry Daynes was superb – extremely down to earth and informative!”

“A brilliant event which I thoroughly enjoyed. Kerry was fascinating to listen to and a great addition to the festival.”

“What a fascinating evening. I loved it!”