We often have wounds that appear to have healed and then we discover that in fact that they haven’t, that underneath they have festered. And the only way in which that wound can be healed properly is for it to be opened up and to be cleansed and perhaps for a balm, an ointment to be poured over it. People have suffered wounds to their bodies, but perhaps more to their spirit, to their soul. They are traumatized by violence, abuse, by rape and almost always, if those wounds are not attended to, they will fester and they will affect the whole person. Now, the Victim Services Center in Miami provides expert counseling to deal with these traumas. and I commend them for all the good work they do and urge those who may be traumatized to make use of very important services. God Bless You.”

- Archbishop Desmond Tutu Cape Town, South Africa, August 2002

“Dear Teresa, Thank you for all that you and the staff at Trauma Resolution Center (TRC) are doing for Vets and especially for me. Earlier this year my life was numb and I spent a great deal of time in my bunker (house). I went to the VA hospital to a counseling group (Vietnam Combat Vets) and only out when necessary. I had no idea that my life was able to change. The first part of this year I was told about a free yoga class for vets and their families. I went and met David Frankel the Programs Director (Connected Warriors). The yoga was more than I could handle because of my disabilities; however I was informed about a free program in Miami for vets called Trauma Resolution Center (TRC). I called, was given an interview and was accepted. I have never been treated in the manner that TRC treated me. The overall method of treatment allowed my mind, body, and spirit to put its guard down for a while. That is something I had not done in 40 years. The TRC offered me yoga, full body massage, acupuncture and counseling, I took them up on the later three. The massage relaxed me to the point of being sleepy, something I don’t get much of; it was followed by a counseling session that has no time limit (never heard of that before). The procedure that is used in counseling was new to me, but open and varied in its approach, it allow me great range in a directed manner. I’ve been in counseling for years but nothing like this. Acupuncture was next, it gave me great physical relief from pain and the Doctor offered me breathing techniques that have helped me relax during the day and before bed. I take all my treatments on the same day, the effect is overwhelmingly great. Since being in treatment at TRC I’ve been able to share my feelings and what I experience in counseling with my significant other to the point that I asked her to marry me , she said yes (smile ).My life has not been worth sharing for 40 years until my interaction with TRC. It is my understanding that the availability for veterans to use the Trauma Resolution Center is based on funding given to TRC in the form of grants. Please feel free to use this letter to assist in raising funds to help veterans. I would encourage any organization in America, knowing the freedoms that we enjoy, based on the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice and those who are still trying to return home to fund the Trauma Resolution Center as much as possible. Once again, thank you and the staff at TRC for all you do, for the drive and heart it takes helping heal others while dealing with your own lives. Thank you for the doors that you’ve helped me open in my life.”

- TZ

“I met Teresa after over a decade of seeking healing for complex PTSD. I had come very far in managing my symptoms and steadily releasing the stress in my body, but was still having issues around letting go of attachment disorder-driven traumatic bonding. Through her trauma bonding protocols I was able to see the differences and similarities in these painful relationships, objectively face why I was driven toward them, and forgive people for their personal shortcomings and the damage done, while owning my own. Teresa is a caring, calm, devoted practitioner who knows so much about this field. And she’s also got a great sense of humor....which makes you feel no so shameful about whatever you may be going through.”

-SA

After talking to you last year I’ve understood that I should not allow abuse of any kind. There is no excuse for it. So, I quit my job in Costa Rica last December (one of my colleagues there treated me very badly and moreover, I shared office with my ex, who left me out of the blue), took some sabbatical months and then came back to my country, Chile. I have a nice job here, I’ve made new friends, so yeah, it was great to get help from you , I got out of the self- compassion trap.

-VC

“Consider being guided, directly and gently, with a flashlight you control, into your skeletal closet. From there you reveal the underpinnings of your life’s “story” the good and the not so great. The concept of bringing to declarative memory haunting events, people, emotions, moments that scarred your person is new to me and I am a firm believer in its effectiveness for gaining awareness and tools within to help heal from deep trauma. I feel optimistic that the old scars now seen clearly with wisdom and reflection will prove to be areas that are stronger than ever and which. I am humbled by the simplicity of this directed self-inquiry and I feel empowered and hopeful for the relief that comes with this work.”

-GL

“After working with Teresa I feel much lighter and have a lot more clarity about my life and relationships. It allowed me to see things from a perspective influenced by the objective present rather than the emotionally-charged past. It allowed me to release anger, resentment and sadness that I was holding on to throughout the years and develop a stronger relationship with myself and what I want in my life”

-WS

“Working with Teresa has helped me tremendously. At a time when I was going through a great personal test she was a guiding star and wise compassionate healer and friend. From feeling alone and lost I went to feeling anything was possible again. Teresa is a true professional and healer , which is extremely rare. I recommend Teresa to anyone seeking guidance or healing without any hesitation.”

- Chet Alexander Founder of the Nityananda Center Miami. Author of For the Noble Ones, Lulu Press.