Our structure: The Trauma Informed Academy (TIA) was formed as part of EPower and Associates, Inc., and becomes a not-for-profit in 2025.
Our vision: A world where every setback sparks genuine growth, lasting resilience, and better living by reducing the time, trauma, and costs of healing for all involved.
Our mission: We help individuals and organizations build resilience, develop trauma-informed emotional intelligence, and master essential skills to thrive through challenges, strengthen relationships, and achieve lasting success.
Our audience: People across multiple sectors in need of greater resilience, skills for coping with change, and who are impacted by exposure to overwhelming experiences.
Our models: Our work is grounded in multiple disciplines and rooted in adult learning.
With a wealth of experience and a commitment to innovation, serving organizations ranging from GM's Saturn to the national Center for PTSD, we are a leading niche consultancy helping people "walk the talk." We proudly say that our work is used on every continent except Antarctica.
Our journey began with a simple but profound belief: every individual and organization has the potential to achieve remarkable influence.
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What makes TR-EQ work
We also know people prefer higher levels of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) over diagnosis of a mental disorder. TR-EQ helps people develop or strengthen missing EQ skills that happen to be the skills needed to master traumatic events.
TR-EQ Coaching
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Facilities using our TR-EQ model report fewer outbursts, reduced need for restraints, and an overall decline in problematic behaviors—evidence that an all staff trauma-responsive approach not only improves resident care but also strengthens your entire team.
OUR TEAM
We continuously update our skills and knowledge to provide you with the most innovative multi-disciplinary strategies.
Elizabeth Power, M.Ed. is the Founder of The Trauma Informed Academy and an Adjunct Instructor in Psychiatry at Georgetown University Medical Center. She has over 25 years working in Trauma Informed Care and helping organizations adopt the operating principles and skills.
We also maintain a roster of consultants with whom we are actively involved.
FAQS
Our distinctiveness lies in our personalized approach to consultancy. Unlike one-size-fits-all solutions, we take the time to thoroughly understand your unique challenges, goals, and industry context. Our team collaborates closely with you to craft tailored strategies and solutions. We bring deep knowledge and experience in creating trauma-responsive systems.
The timeline for seeing results can vary depending on the specific nature of your project and goals. While some improvements may be evident in the short term, sustainable and significant transformations often take a bit longer. Our commitment is to provide you with a realistic timeline during our initial consultation that matches our history of helping organizations change with your timeline. Rest assured, we work diligently to ensure that you experience positive changes as efficiently as possible, while also focusing on long-term success.
We have expertise across a wide range of industries, including consumer research, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and more. Our diverse backgrounds and experiences make it easier for us to fit your specific industry. Whether you're a small startup or a large corporation, we have the knowledge and resources to assist you. Our consultancy services are scalable and tailored to meet the unique needs of businesses of all sizes, ensuring that you receive the support necessary to achieve your goals.