BLESSED BE THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST, THE FATHER OF MERCIES AND GOD OF ALL COMFORT, WHO COMFORTS US IN ALL OUR AFFLICTION, SO THAT WE MAY BE ABLE TO COMFORT THOSE WHO ARE IN ANY AFFLICTION, WITH THE COMFORT WITH WHICH WE OURSELVES ARE COMFORTED BY GOD. 2 CORINTHIANS 1:3-4
LaTonya Smiley is a remarkable individual who has turned her personal experiences of trauma and abuse into a powerful platform for healing and advocacy. Her journey of overcoming childhood sexual abuse and trauma at the hands of her father, resulting in a pregnancy, has fueled her passion for helping others who have experienced similar hardships.
After working as a New York City 911 Paramedic for thirteen years, LaTonya founded the Trauma Recovery Learning Academy to provide support and guidance for those seeking healing and recovery from trauma. She is not only a minister of the Word of God but also a Christian counselor and trauma recovery specialist, offering a unique blend of spiritual and practical guidance for those in need.
LaTonya's ministry is centered around healing and deliverance, focusing on repairing the breaches of the broken and resuscitating those who may feel like giving up after experiencing trauma. She is a beacon of hope for many, guiding them towards resilience, forgiveness, and the love of God as they navigate their own paths to recovery.
LaTonya's work has been recognized and honored by various organizations, including nominations for the Humanitarian award from the Eastern Region International Association of Ministers, Wives, and Widows. Her dedication to empowering women, leadership in the community, and excellence in teachings on spiritual health has earned her accolades and praise from those she has touched through her ministry.
Through her speaking engagements, writings, and interviews, LaTonya continues to inspire and uplift others, sharing her message of hope, healing, and restoration for all who have faced trauma and adversity. She is a shining example of resilience, faith, and the transformative power of God's love in the midst of darkness.
My Mission:
We are repairers of the breach and are dedicated to empowering survivors of trauma by guiding them through their journey of transformation. Our goal is to provide coaching and counseling to help survivors navigate the challenges that arise in the aftermath of trauma. By offering a safe space for individuals to confront their fears, we encourage them to engage in honest self-reflection, which serves as the first step in their healing journey. Through this process, survivors can reclaim their power, embrace their purpose, and step into a future filled with hope and positivity. Our mission is to inspire those who feel hopeless, offering them a new vision for a brighter tomorrow that they may have never before imagined.