Karly Stein is an award-winning artist, entrepreneur, international speaker, advocate, and trauma survivor who has transformed adversity into purpose. Through creativity, authentic storytelling, and community advocacy, she inspires others to embrace resilience, self-acceptance, and the belief that even life’s greatest challenges can become sources of strength.
...Therapist confronts childhood abuse, sharing a powerful story of survival, resilience and empowerment in new memoir
SEATTLE – Seasoned psychotherapist Carol Odell’s memoir “Girl, Groomed: A Therapist’s Memoir of Trauma” (She Writes Press, April 22, 2025) is an unflinching exploration of her journey to confront and heal from the complex trauma of childhood sexual abuse within the world of Virginia’s equestrian show-jumping circuit.
Gina Economopoulos was born in Syosset, NY, to a strong Italian and Greek-loving family. She graduated from Eastern CT State University and bartended before embarking on a 12-year convent journey after her mother’s passing. Settled on the Jersey Shore, Gina now works as an End-of-Life Doula, extending her compassionate heart to those in their final chapter. She found solace in sobriety as a proud Alcoholics Anonymous member, and her story of resilience through tragedy and faith inspires others to face life’s challenges.
...Katarzyna Dodd, a Master of Clinical Psychology (SWPS University, Warsaw) and Theology with a specialization in Spirituality (School of Theology in Chicago). She earned her Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) certification under the method’s creator, Gary Craig, in the United States. In 2006, she introduced EFT to Poland, initiating its development in the country.
...Melissa Crook is a woman in her 50’s who currently lives in Fresno, CA with the great love of her life, best friend, spouse, and father of their children, Brady Crook. Melissa loves her husband, her daughters, her son-in-law, the beach, the lake, sunsets, mountains (you can take a woman out of the
...Tonya has always been intuitively blessed with a multitude of skills and has been able to gain a broad array of employment opportunities both as a teenager in Ohio and as a single mom here in California. As a single parent for over 10 years, Tonya has always possessed a strong work ethic and the ability to train, teach, motivate, and facilitate these skills in others with her “We Can” attitude.
...Judy Hahn is known as The Brain Fitness Coach, a transformational guide who helps people think better, feel better, perform better, and live with deep, renewed confidence. With a trained as an integrative nutrition health coach, a background in functional wellness, decades of experience with brain entrainment, and an intuitive ability to see the bigger picture behind people’s struggles, Judy has become a sought-after mentor for adults, teens, and children seeking stress relief, increased focus and concentration, improved sleep, enhanced performance, cognitive clarity, and building lasting emotional resilience.
...Michelle Parker is a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 19 years of experience, working with clients from all walks of life and helping them navigate through life’s challenges. Michelle has a background in psychology and counseling, which allows her to provide a holistic approach to counseling. Michelle holds an independent license in three states. She offers supervision for LMSWs.
...Victoria Ellen is a survivor, the mother of two adult children, a wife, and an executive incorporate America. In 2023, she published her first book titled “Painting in the Rain: A True Story of Trickery and Triumph.” Victoria speaks for corporate events, is featured as a guest on pod casts and does book signing events for local organizations in the Cincinnati area. She is passionate about sharing her inspirational story with the world.
...Jen Rigley is an author, motivational speaker and personal transformation expert focused on women’s empowerment and living your best life after 50. Her mission is to inspire and empower women in midlife to create a new story for their life, especially after facing significant challenges and trauma.
...Tammy is a Somatic Wellness Coach living in Cleveland, OH. Originally from Missouri, she grew up in poverty, surrounded by domestic violence. At 17, she made the decision to leave Missouri and never look back. She became an emancipated minor and joined the military, arriving in Germany for her first duty station at 17 years old. From there, she built my life from the ground up.
...When trauma survivors begin their healing journey, they often start with the mind using methods such as talk therapy, journaling, or mindfulness. While these tools are helpful, true transformation happens when you address how trauma lives in your body, especially in your energy systems.
...Have you ever felt heartbreak like a tightness in your chest? Or experienced stomach issues when under stress? These aren’t just emotional reactions—they’re physical signals. Science and holistic health experts now recognize what many of you have long felt: unprocessed emotions can get stuck in your body and contribute to physical disease.
...Dr. Kelly unveils the dormant power and sacred nature within every traumatized family, waiting to be rediscovered. Through her profound insights and practical tools, she offers a transformative roadmap based on Joseph Campbell’s The Hero’s Journey to help families heal trauma forever.
...Jennisue Jessen is a distinguished expert with over 25 years of experience in the field of human trafficking. Her remarkable journey, from being sold into the sex trade at age 4 to becoming a beacon of hope and change, is nothing short of inspiring. As the Founder & CEO of Compass 31, an international counter-trafficking organization, she has dedicated her life to fighting the darkness of human trafficking.
...Dee Davidson – As a mother of two boys and an entrepreneur in the wellness industry for over two decades, I’ve dedicated myself to empowering women to reclaim their health. Through the Inspiring Women’s Network and as chapter leader of the Boston Business Women’s Network, I foster supportive communities for women to connect and thrive.
...The first step is to become aware of your self-sabotaging behaviors. Notice when you’re avoiding tasks, procrastinating, or engaging in negative self-talk. Awareness is the foundation of any change. The easiest way to track your patterns is by keeping a journal. Each day, track events that bothered or triggered you, your thoughts/beliefs, your emotions/feelings, and of course, your behaviors or actions. It is much easier to work on change once you see your patterns.
...Healing and empowerment seem elusive for those of us who have survived abuse and trauma. Understanding WHY you do WHAT you do speaks to the awareness needed in order to address and heal. Understanding the roots of your behaviors is essential. You don’t need to remember every single detail of your trauma, but you do need to know the connection between your current maladaptive/unhealthy behaviors and your trauma.
...Trauma can and does impact your relationships. I know this may be hard to read, or maybe you are already aware of this based on your history. You may have thought your trauma impacted you only. Altering the way your perceive yourself, others around you, and relationships outside of your personal circle. When you experience trauma, it can disrupt your whole world, including your emotional, spiritual, mental, energetic, physical, and relationship health.
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