Hello, I'm Melinda Velasquez
Trauma-Informed Trainer, Speaker & Author
I help individuals and organizations enhance Emotional Intelligence and work from a trauma-informed perspective. With over a decade of experience designing impactful workshops, I create spaces that foster self-awareness, effective communication, and collaborative leadership.
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My personal healing journey, shaped by growing up in a family affected by addiction and codependency, fuels my work. In my memoir The Weight of Silence, I share how breaking free from the silence that once confined me led to profound transformation. This experience drives my passion for guiding others toward growth and healthier emotional dynamics.
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I have extensive experience in mental health, foster care, and trauma-informed training for professionals, caregivers, and organizations. I also specialize in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, helping organizations create more inclusive and emotionally intelligent environments. With a graduate degree in Organization Development and certifications in MBTI and Enneagram, I use these tools to support individuals and teams in developing emotional awareness and improving interpersonal dynamics.
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My mission is to help organizations foster collaboration, empathy, and emotional well-being, enabling teams to work more effectively and authentically together.
