Dr. Kiana Dancie is a visionary leader, comedian, speaker, and mental health advocate who founded Laugh Therapy Worldwide, a movement dedicated to harnessing the transformative power of laughter as a tool for emotional healing and empowerment. With over a decade of experience in comedy, motivational speaking, and emotional wellness, Dr. Dancie has inspired countless individuals to embrace joy, release emotional baggage, and build resilience through humor.

As a certified emotional intelligence coach, TEDx speaker, and Amazon best-selling author of Bye Bye Bags – Laughing to Lighten the Load!, Dr. Dancie blends humor with strategies for personal development, helping people rediscover their purpose and navigate life's challenges with confidence. A four-time recipient of the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award, Dr. Dancie has also been honored with an honorary doctorate in humanitarianism and a Harvard certification in mental health and anxiety advocacy.

Dr. Dancie’s career spans across entertainment and media, having hosted the nationally syndicated TV talk show Sister Circle Live and shared the stage with comedy legends such as Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, and Katt Williams. She is also a sought-after speaker with the Forbes Business Council and continues to use her platform to create spaces for healing and personal growth.

Driven by her own journey of overcoming adversity, Dr. Dancie founded Laugh Therapy to empower individuals worldwide to use laughter as a medicine for the mind, heart, and soul. Her mission is to create spaces where people can connect, heal, and grow through the power of laughter.