Trauma Does Not Get the Final Word – New Summit Focuses on Purpose, Healing, and Renewal
Alexandria, VA: Heal Thrive Dream Holistic Care Inc. will host the Finding Your Purpose After Trauma Summit, a free virtual event to help trauma survivors move beyond survival and reconnect with meaning, hope, and direction. The summit will be held online on January 15-16, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and is open to participants worldwide. It is designed for adults affected by trauma. It brings together trauma-competent professionals, thought leaders, and speakers with lived experience to offer education, encouragement, and practical tools for rebuilding life after adversity.
Registration and event details can be found here.
“Trauma can interrupt our sense of purpose, but it does not erase it,” said Karen Robinson, founder of Heal Thrive Dream Holistic Care Inc. “This summit exists to remind survivors that healing is possible, personal meaning can be reclaimed, and survivors can create a hopeful future, one compassionate step at a time.”
Over two days, participants will explore how trauma affects identity, purpose, and confidence. They will learn practical strategies to heal, grow, and imagine a meaningful future. Sessions will cover nervous system regulation, self-compassion, clarifying values, and taking empowered steps toward purpose.
Keynote speakers
The summit will feature two keynote speakers who are also event sponsors, showing their strong commitment to survivor healing and transformation. Stacy Pellettieri, a trauma-competent therapist, will speak about resilience, emotional healing, and reclaiming purpose after trauma. Tracie Root, a community leader and advocate for personal growth, will focus on hope, empowerment, and moving forward with intention after adversity.
Sponsors supporting healing and access
The summit is possible thanks to the generous support of sponsors who are dedicated to healing and community well-being. Kat Mitchell, founder of Path to Discovery, helps survivors reconnect with purpose through coaching, hypnosis, and energy healing.
Michelle Parker, a trauma-competent therapist, offers clinical wisdom based on safety, compassion, and evidence-based care. Tina Andrews, owner of ADORE Family Services, supports resilience and stability for children and families affected by trauma. Tonya Tyus, an experienced event organizer and advocate for trauma survivors, works to make the summit accessible, welcoming, and supportive for everyone. Carolyn Pistone, a motivational speaker, encourages survivors to take confident steps toward meaningful change. Caterina Rando, a business and speaker coach, supports purpose-driven leadership and growth after adversity. Together, these sponsors help provide high-quality healing resources to survivors everywhere.
Participants will also have opportunities to connect, access downloadable resources, and experience a supportive environment that respects each person’s healing journey.
Registration is now open
To reserve a free spot and learn more, visit here.
Media contact
Heal Thrive Dream Holistic Care Inc.
Karen Robinson, MSW, ACSW, LCSW, CCTP-II; Trauma Recovery Expert
571-409-0998
