
Jade Wu
Jade Wu
Jade Wu is a board-certified sleep psychologist, author, and speaker on a mission to help high performing professionals sleep smarter to build resilience and boost wellbeing. She earned her PhD at Boston University and completed her behavioral medicine residency and fellowship at Duke University School of Medicine.
Dr. Wu is a sought-after keynote speaker and workshop leader, delivering talks to teams of all sizes across the U.S., including organizations such as Harley-Davidson, The New York Times, and TripAdvisor. With a specialization in working with busy professionals, Jade Wu brings practical, science-based strategies that challenge audiences with new ways of understanding their sleep and
performance. Her compassionate and humorous style keep audiences energized long after events.
Beyond the stage, Dr. Wu is the author of Hello Sleep: The Science and Art of Overcoming Insomnia Without Medications, and founder of Thrive Clinic, where she provides evidence-based, collaborative care. A trusted media expert, she has been featured on NPR, ABC News, and in major print outlets.
At home, she enjoys napping and playing with her kids—in that order.
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A practical and compassionate guide to repairing your relationship with sleep
For the twenty-five million Americans who struggle with insomnia, each night feels like a battle with their racing minds instead of a blissful surrender into sleep. Hello Sleep is a guide for the tired but wired people who just want sleep to be easy. Dr. ...Read More
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Hello Sleep
In this dizzying age where everything is about optimization, we often lose sight of the foundation of sleep health—our relationship with sleep. This paradigm-shifting workshop invites your team to reframe the way they approach sleep and its promises. Dr. Wu will challenge conventional advice, teach practical solutions, and offer insights that go far deeper than “sleep hygiene.”
The power of sleep for collective healing
Have you ever wondered what would be different about your sleep if racism, sexism, and other forms of oppression did not exist? This interactive workshop explores the roots of our society’s strained relationships with rest and sleep, and helps attendees to reimagine their own rest for a healthier life and more just society.
Sleep changes during pregnancy and postpartum
During one of the most exciting and nerve-wracking times in a woman’s life, sleep can take a rollercoaster ride just as it becomes more important than ever for her and her baby’s health. Dr. Wu breaks down the clinical science of what’s normal, what’s a red flag, and how parents (and healthcare providers) can protect sleep so all can thrive during the transition to parenthood.
WYPR – “Secret to good sleep”
“We just couldn’t get enough of [Dr. Wu’s] sleep wisdom! Her session was engaging, informative, and made a lasting impression on our teammates—many of whom realized that simply changing their perspective and relationship with sleep can make a big difference in how they recharge”
— Alessandra, VP of Content & Brand, Pillar4
“I was bragging about [Dr. Wu’s] keynote at the Miami Sleep Festival to my friends. It was so refreshing and thought provoking!”
— Marsie, Senior Director, Alliance Development and Public Policy, Harmony Biosciences
“Dr. Jade Wu has a remarkable talent for distilling complex sleep science into compassionate, personalized, and actionable advice…Beyond her knowledge, she’s also a wonderfully engaging and fun speaker.”
— Hannah, Co-Lead of Parents+Caregivers ERG, TripAdvisor
“Your presentation was amazing! We’re all still talking about it a month later and our whole team is reading your book.”
— Madeline, Director of Student Life, Duke Fuqua School of Business
“Dr. Wu’s presentation… translates sleep science into clear, actionable strategies with a delivery that is funny, warm, and interactive. With a rare ability to combine deep expertise with relatability, her presentation was both memorable and practical for our audience.”
— Karen, Program Director, NC Matters Fellowship
“I’m already feeling so much lighter and more hopeful. Please, please come back for Part 2!”
— Pete, Attorney, McDermott, Will, & Emery LLP