A life of advocacy built on difficulty in elementary school, an alcoholic father and a violent rape.

How adverse childhood experiences and a passionate interest in people’s stories led to a lifetime of advocacy.

People who have experienced trauma will recognize the role these steps play in healing. Others will see fundamental truths that help anyone.

Healing from trauma can be a long process. For me my healing journey is never ending. I work daily to find the joy in everything.

We’ll talk about healing from trauma on both a personal and a collective level.

My mom and I had a tight-knit relationship. I know a lot of people can say that about their moms, but ours was bonded by trauma so thick.

Our guest will be Candace Sanchez. We are going to focus on the impact that mental health challenges place on our children.

The turning point in my healing journey came when a compassionate leader recognized behaviors and characteristics rooted in my trauma.