Finding Confidence After Trauma summit

Reclaim Your Confidence. Rediscover Your Strength.

Healing doesn't erase your story, it helps you write the next chapter.

Join 20+ expert speakers for a 2-day transformative event created to empower you to heal, rebuild confidence, and move forward with hope.

📅 August 13–14, 2026

💻 Virtual via Zoom

🎟️ Free Registration

20+

Expert Speakers

2 Days

Live Event

Virtual

via zoom

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The Unseen Weight

Why Finding Confidence Can Feel So Hard After Trauma

Trauma can make confidence feel unfamiliar. It can cause you to question your voice, your judgment, and whether anyone could truly understand what you have been through. Over time, the need to protect yourself can create invisible walls, making connection feel difficult even when you deeply want to feel close to others again.

You may find yourself pulling away from people who care about you, not because you want to be alone, but because explaining how you feel takes more energy than you have. The silence may start to feel safer, but it does not always bring peace. Sometimes, it only makes the ache for connection feel heavier.

Finding Confidence After Trauma Summit was created for moments like these. This two-day transformative event brings together expert speakers who understand the challenges of healing after trauma. Discover how to rebuild confidence, strengthen resilience, and reconnect with yourself.

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Every healing journey is different, but no one should have to walk it alone. Join trauma-informed professionals and inspiring voices who will help you move forward with greater confidence, resilience, and hope.

PRACTICAL OUTCOMES

What You Will Discover

Empowering strategies and practical tools to support your ongoing healing journey.

Healing after trauma

Navigate your experiences safely and learn techniques to process complex emotions without feeling overwhelmed.

Building confidence

Rebuild self-trust and step into your personal power with actionable, daily practices.

The nervous system

Demystify your body’s responses and discover how to regulate your nervous system for lasting calm.

Healthy boundaries

Learn to set, communicate, and maintain boundaries that protect your peace and emotional energy.

Relationships

Foster deeper, healthier connections by understanding attachment and breaking unhelpful cycles.

Emotional resilience

Develop the inner strength to adapt to life's ongoing challenges and bounce back from adversity.

Self-compassion

Replace self-criticism with gentle understanding, treating yourself as your own best advocate.

Finding hope

Shift your perspective toward the future with renewed optimism and a tangible sense of possibility.

Experience two inspiring days filled with expert insights, powerful stories, and practical tools that can help you rebuild confidence and move forward with strength.

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YOUR HOST

Karen Robinson

MSW, ACSW, LCSW, CCTP-II

A trauma recovery coach, licensed therapist, best-selling author, speaker, and retreat facilitator, founder of Heal Thrive Dream Holistic Services Inc., with 28 years of clinical experience supporting healing and transformation through holistic, trauma-informed care. Specializing in trauma recovery, risk evaluation, and intensive interventions, she integrates emotional, physiological, and psychological stabilization strategies to empower individuals on their journey toward healing, resilience, and personal growth.

I know how heavy the silence feels after trauma. The world often expects you to seamlessly move on, but inside, you're still carrying the weight of what happened. For years, I navigated that profound isolation entirely alone, believing my story was too dark to be shared.

OUR ESTEEMED LINEUP

Expert Speakers

Meet the voices guiding this summit, bringing clinical insight, compassion, and practical tools to empower you to reconnect with your confidence and continue your healing journey with support.

Speaker Portrait - Dr. Sarah Lin

Sponsor / Keynote Speaker

Dr. Melissa Durfey

Doctor of Chinese Medicine | Skin Health Expert | Licensed Esthetician

Speaker Portrait - Marcus Thorne

Sponsor / Keynote Speaker

Erika Gimbel

Licensed Marriage | Family Therapist

Speaker Portrait - Elena Rostova

Sponsor

Aly Angel

Nurse Practitioner | Healthcare Leader and Veteran

Speaker Portrait - Dr. James Aris

Sponsor

Tracie Root

Speaker | Mentor | Retreat Host | Community Builder

Speaker Portrait - Dr. Sarah Lin

Sponsor

Caterina Rando

Business Transformation Mentor for Women on a Mission

Speaker Portrait - Marcus Thorne

Sponsor

Tina Andrews

Educator | Lawyer | Entrepreneur

Speaker Portrait - Elena Rostova

Sponsor

Lisa Condon

Executive Coach | Business Strategist

Speaker Portrait - Dr. Sarah Lin

Kat Mitchell

Professional Life | Empowerment Coach for Women

Speaker Portrait - Dr. James Aris

Devorah Hake Brinckerhoff

Professional Artist | Transformational Guide

Speaker Portrait - Marcus Thorne

Mary E Knippel

Author | Speaker | Soul Story Mentor

Speaker Portrait - Dr. James Aris

Amy Vincze

Health and Wellness Professional

Speaker Portrait - Elena Rostova

Beth Wilson

Intuitive Guide | Author | Energy Healer | Biomagnetism Practitioner

Speaker Portrait - Dr. Sarah Lin

Christie Hallihan

Health Coach | Certified Raw Food | Food as Medicine Chef

Speaker Portrait - Marcus Thorne

Letam “Ley” Duson

Image Consultant | Strategic Personal Stylist.

Speaker Portrait - Elena Rostova

Lauren Kappel

Confidence & Communication Coach

Speaker Portrait - Dr. James Aris

Tami DeMello

Journaling Coach

Speaker Portrait - Dr. Sarah Lin

Maurine Xavier

Speaker and Guide for Trust, Clarity & Peaceful Living

Speaker Portrait - Marcus Thorne

Stephanie Flanders Martin

Health and Wellness Coach

Speaker Portrait - Elena Rostova

Karly Stein

Artist | Entrepreneur | Speaker | Author

Speaker Portrait - Dr. James Aris

John Boyle

Engineer | Entrepreneur | Executive Advisor | Author

Speaker Portrait - Elena Rostova

Julie Oldbury

Mindset Systems Architect

SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT

Honoring Our Generous Sponsors

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Join this two-day transformative event to empower you rebuild confidence after trauma, reserve your ticket now so you do not miss these live conversations.

THE 2-DAY JOURNEY

A Journey At Your Pace

Two days designed with breathing room. Attend live or absorb at your own rhythm—there is no rush here.

SUMMIT DAY 1

A Journey At Your Pace

Over these two days, you'll have the space to learn, reflect, and grow in a way that feels right for you.

Day 1 • 10:00 AM ET

Understanding the Weight

Karen Robinson Karen Robinson

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Free Ticket

$0

  • Attend all live summit sessions

  • Access speaker gifts

  • Watch replays anytime

  • Receive a digital notebook for notes and reflections

  • Ask questions and get advice from speakers

SUPPORT & GUIDANCE

Questions & Clarity

We understand that joining an online event can feel overwhelming, especially when discussing sensitive topics. This summit is designed with trauma-informed pacing, meaning you have full control over how you engage.

You are welcome here exactly as you are. If you have any technical worries or need reassurance before joining, our support team is ready to help.

Do I have to be on camera?

Not at all. Your comfort and safety are our highest priorities. You can participate entirely off-camera with your microphone muted for the entire summit.

How long are replays available?

Free ticket holders will have access to the replays for 48 hours after they are published, which will be within 1–2 days following the final summit day. For extended, stress-free access, you can upgrade to our Replay or VIP package.

What if I get overwhelmed during a session?

We encourage you to honor your nervous system. You can step away, turn off your screen, or leave the session at any time without explanation. The space will remain open for your return.

Do I need any special software to attend?

We use Zoom Meetings for all summit sessions. You'll receive a meeting link via email. No complex downloads or technical expertise are required, simply click the link to join.

Ticket OPTIONS

Upgrade Summit Access

Early bird price

Replays Package

$27

  • Attend all live summit sessions

  • Access speaker gifts

  • Watch replays anytime

  • Receive a digital notebook for notes and reflections

  • Ask questions and get advice from speakers

Post-Event Price: $37

Early bird price

VIP Package

$37

  • Attend all live summit sessions

  • Access speaker gifts

  • Access speaker VIP bonus

  • Watch replays anytime

  • Receive a digital notebook for notes and reflections

  • Ask questions and get advice from speakers

Post-Event Price: $57

Upgrade Before the Price Increases

Unlock summit replays, speaker gift and VIP bonus and continue rebuilding confidence with support beyond the live summit.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP

You Don’t Have to Rebuild Confidence Alone

Reserve your free spot today and join a compassionate community dedicated to finding hope and confidence. The first step is simply showing up.

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