Cyndee has worn many hats throughout her life, teacher, counselor, wife, mother, widow, patient, and writer. After spending more than 25 years in education, she now shares her own journey of grief, chronic illness, resilience, and hope to encourage others who may be walking through difficult seasons.
...Sophora Acheson serves as the Executive Director and Co-President of Ruby’s Place, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to ending domestic violence, human trafficking, and violent crime through hope, advocacy, and connection.
...At the heart of her work, Dr. Gertrude Lyons has a deep commitment to helping every individual understand, realize, and own their inherent value, guiding them toward living the life they’ve always dreamed of. Whether it is through her writing, on her retreats, in her corporate workshops (Google, Junto, Accuity Group…), and in her one-on-one coaching, she works directly with people, coaching them with a nurturing, mothering energy that helps them find balance between creating the life they choose to embody and releasing what no longer serves them.
...Aly Angel is a Nurse Practitioner and U.S. Army Veteran. She began her career caring for the underserved, uninsured and underinsured community. She believes in the importance of giving back and paying it forward. She has lived in different states and countries and has a wealth of knowledge of cultural awareness and cultural competence. She has served on various committees in a variety of organizations. She is alumni of the AANP Executive Leadership Program. Aly l has served as an item writer, item reviewer and now serves on CMSRN Test Development Committee for the Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board (MSNCB). She currently serves on the Illinois Society for Advanced Practice Nursing (ISAPN) Awards Committee and Program Committee. She is the Nurse Practitioner in Women’s Health (NPWH) Regional Community Chair for the Great Lakes Region.
...Steve Nagib is a board-certified athletic trainer, holistic wellness guide, and community builder on a mission to help modern professionals heal, perform, and live without leaving themselves behind.
...Lisa Happ is a Certified Trauma and Divorce Coach, Grief Specialist, Certified Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Coach, and Breakup Recovery Mentor. She supports women navigating heartbreak, betrayal, loss, and the aftermath of toxic or abusive relationships—guiding them toward healing, clarity, and empowerment.
...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.
...Melissa Saleh is a force of nature—former lawyer and journalist turned serial entrepreneur, masterful storyteller, and advocate for survivors of trauma. With a career spanning technology, media, and brand strategy, she has shaped the narratives of Fortune 500 giants and startups alike, helping them carve out their place in a fast-moving world.
...Guilt is a feeling that comes up when you think you’ve done something wrong or made a mistake. It’s like an inner voice telling you that you didn’t act in the best way possible, based on your own values or what you believe to be “right.” For example, if you cheat on a test and then feel bad about it because you value honesty, that feeling is guilt. You guilt or your desire to not feel guilty may guide your actions and behaviors, and it may nudge you to make things right, like apologizing to someone you’ve hurt.
...Cheryl Stelte is a spiritual coach, master healer, speaker, best-selling author of three books, and the CEO and founder of the Star of Divine Light Institute and the Azarias Energy Healing Certification Program.
...Coach Jen Bee is a highly engaging life and business coach and speaker, on a mission to empower every woman to get unstuck and live their best life. With 14 years in Human Resources, she’s known for creating safe spaces where people feel seen and supported. After fully stepping into coaching for the past 2.5 years, she founded GROW (Get Ready To Own Your Worth), bringing both depth and practicality. Overcoming bullying, loss, and limiting beliefs, she transformed her own life through mindset shifts and habit formation. Now, she empowers women to break free from what’s holding them back, own their worth, and thrive with unstoppable confidence.
...Many trauma survivors spend years trying to heal through traditional therapy, only to find themselves stuck (physically, emotionally, spiritually, relationally, mentally, and energetically.). That’s where CoreTalk™ energy healing offers something different. This revolutionary method, developed by the Self Health Institute, gives clients the opportunity to communicate directly with their body’s core intelligence, the super subconscious, that part of one’s being that knows exactly what needs to heal and how.
...Jocelyn Pepe is a mental health researcher, coach, and fractional head of organizational wellbeing, known for bridging science and soul to create lasting, meaningful change in individuals and workplaces. She is the founder of TrU, an organization dedicated to supporting executive and team wellbeing by integrating neuroscience, behavioral coaching, and intuitive practices that help people thrive from the inside out.
...Annie Emprima is a doctor of metaphysics. She researches the impact of emotions and traumas on mind, body, and life. In 2016, she experienced a grand spiritual awakening during a difficult military deployment to the Middle East. Since then, she has used her personal experiences to help others heal trauma and expand their spiritual gifts.
...Erika Gimbel offers wholistic psychotherapy & coaching that connects mind, body and spirit. Erika’s a Somatic Therapist with private practice in Oakland CA. Erika has been a New York State licensed massage therapist for over 25 years working with people with chronic pain and medical conditions. Erika runs groups and workshops on Mind Body & Soul, Wholistic Approaches to Wellness, Creativity and a healing movement class called Intrinsic Movement for Bliss & Creativity.
...Jennifer Westcott is a therapist, artist, mother, wife, and passionate advocate for the well-being of mental health professionals. Her mission is to help therapists feel supported, human, and compassionate toward themselves—because she knows firsthand how vital this is.
...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.
...Communication can be challenging for anyone, but trauma survivors often struggle a bit more with communication for several reasons. I have listed six of them here for your consideration and reflection. Healing from trauma can be a slow, intense journey that reshapes many aspects of your life, including how you connect and communicate with others. Trauma can leave deep emotional and psychological scars, affecting trust, self-esteem, and the ability to form healthy relationships.
...Kathryn Z. Berg, is the owner of Lotus Homeopathy, Inc. and she is a Certified Classical Homeopath. The thing that really drives Kathryn is solving problems and being an advocate for those who need help getting their problems solved. She has been working as a homeopath since 2001. Kathryn also worked as a volunteer lobbyist at the Minnesota State Legislature for 10 years to help protect our health freedom laws which enables her to practice and for you to use the services of all sorts of natural health practitioners.
...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.
...At the core of Carolyn’s mission lies a profound commitment to our planet. As a dedicated Earthling, she harnesses the power of her real estate license as a catalyst for environmental stewardship. Leading by example, Carolyn serves as the President and Managing Director at Clear Blue Commercial, a trailblazing entity in the realm of commercial real estate.
...Laura Renner is a nurse-turned-author who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2021, which only added to her list of major health scares over the previous five years. This prompted her to dig deeper into her past and led to the realization that she had complex post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from childhood.
...Melanie is an Amazon Best Selling Author (under a different name), a multi-awarded Singer-Songwriter, Composer, Producer, creator of faith-based tools for “resetting” a stressed-out or post-traumatic mind, has spoken and performed internationally, and has coaching Certifications from Tony Robbins (Robbins-Madanes) and John Maxwell. Sometimes called an Artist or Soul Whisperer, Melanie loves painting, gardens, and lingering dinner parties with friends.
...Lilli Bewley is a Dating Coach for Finding Love with over 10 years of experience in personal development. She, herself, went from just surviving in life to thriving in love & purpose. Currently, she is helping single & successful women love to dating & find true love. Lilli is on a mission to educate people on how dating can be fun again after a divorce, even in their 30s & 40s & 50s, & even if they’ve been single for forever. We have the ability to create magnetic energy in our dating lives even if we have to perform & be high achievers in other parts of our lives. Her signature Quiz, The Feminine Dating Archetype Quiz, will show women their blocks to love & help them find their true love match.
...Judy Wilkins Smith – World- renowned Systemic Work and Constellations Expert, Motivational Speaker, and Author of Decoding Your Emotional Blueprint: A Powerful Guide to Transformation through Disentangling Multigenerational Patterns (Sounds True) shares her expertise on relinquishing the victimhood mindset and harnessing the power positivity.
...Amanda Blackwood wears; author, public speaker, podcast host, artist, survivor; but ultimately, she’s a woman who transformed her trauma into resilience and strength. When Amanda finally managed to get away from the man who was trafficking her, she was thirty-one years old and didn’t know what she’d gone through even had a name, much less how to deal with the pain of feeling like a broken person, unworthy of love and filled with so much anger.
...Laura Giles (LCSW) is a trauma specialist who believes that connection is the secret sauce to creating a meaningful life. Her holistic approach helps people move from surviving to thriving by building healthy relationships with themselves, others, and the planet.
...Dina Saalisi is the author of LISTENING TO FLOWERS: Positive Affirmations to Invoke the Healing Energy of the 38 Bach Flowers. She is a Healer, Author, and Educator with skills as a National Board Health and Wellness Coach (NBHWC,) Bach Foundation Registered Practitioner (BFRP,) and Certified Hypnotherapist. She lives in Los Angeles and hosts workshops at her studio in Helena, California.
...June K. Collins is a Master NLP Practitioner and Coach. In 2012, she lost her son, Kaleb, and found herself hitting rock bottom and not understanding how to rebuild her life without Kaleb in it. During this time, she found a passion with the mind and how individuals react to trauma. Through her own experience and education, she now helps other women rebuild and find purpose in their life.
...Laughter has long been hailed as the best medicine, a universal language that can bridge divides and heal wounds. But what lies behind the cheerful facade of those who make us laugh? In this poignant and enlightening podcast episode, we delve into the extraordinary journey of Elaine, a comedian whose infectious laughter belies the deep scars of trauma she carries within. Join us as we uncover the raw truth behind her jokes, exploring how humor has been both a shield and a weapon in her battle against adversity.
...Discover a powerful narrative of healing and empowerment in Podcast EP119: Reclaiming Power and Purpose After Trauma with Susan. Through sharing her personal experiences, Susan offers valuable insights on overcoming trauma and finding renewed strength within oneself.
...Trauma is a silent force that can shape and shadow our lives in ways we may not even realize. It lingers in the deepest recesses of our minds, affecting our behaviors, beliefs, and interactions with the world around us. But what if there was a way to lift the veil on trauma, to understand its effects, and ultimately reclaim control over its influence? Enter Sarah, an expert in trauma responsive care who has dedicated her life to unraveling the intricacies of trauma’s impact. Through her unique approach and deep understanding of the human psyche, Sarah offers a path towards healing and empowerment for those grappling with the aftermath of traumatic experiences.
...Trauma often remains hidden behind closed doors. Val’s journey through the darkness of family trauma to the complexities of intimate relationships serves as a powerful testament to the human spirit’s capacity for healing and growth. As we delve into her remarkable narrative, we are invited to witness the raw vulnerability and unwavering determination that propelled Val towards reclaiming her own sense of agency and self-worth.
...Jillian Coburn, a sexual assault survivor, advocate, and entrepreneur, is stepping out to share her story and implement positive change in our government legislation.
Jillian Coburn is an entrepreneur, inventor, writer, outdoors-woman, and mother of three, who is passionately committed to supporting and elevating women who have nowhere to turn and living under the shadows of domestic violence.
...Mental health is a topic that affects every single one of us. From anxiety to depression and everything in between, the impact of mental illness can be debilitating for those who suffer from it. While there are many factors that contribute to the development of mental illnesses, such as genetics or environmental influences, research has shown that trauma may be one of the most significant root causes. This has been my experience in clinical therapy as well.
...Dr. Jen Blanchette is the host of the TBI Therapist podcast and has a clinical practice in Freeport, Maine, For the past 10 years she has specialized in therapy after head injury, trauma, spiritual concerns & mental health.
...When I get this question, I know my client is really asking, “Is there hope for me?” This is hands down the most frequent question I have been asked by survivors. After you have experienced a traumatic event, you might be worried that you’re going to feel physical and or emotional pain indefinitely. While it …