Emily Hespeler: burn survivor, storyteller, & CTRS

Hey, I’m Emily — a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), burn survivor, and speaker.

My path didn’t always look like this. After a severe burn from a cooking accident, I committed to living with more purpose.

Today, I speak at events, conferences, and workshops about how therapeutic recreation can empower people to live the life they desire.

If you're looking for an engaging speaker with both lived experience and professional insight — or a recreation therapist to help you reconnect with joy — I’d love to connect.

🔹 Let’s talk about what matters to you and how we can collaborate.