Cultivating Resilience.

Reclaiming Autonomy.

Rooted Resilience is a virtual nonprofit dedicated to the personal and professional empowerment of marginalized female and non-binary IPV survivors. Through an evidence-based integration of positive psychology and intentional movement, we provide a dual-impact pathway: offering complimentary wellness programming for holistic healing alongside an accredited vocational track for long-term economic independence.

The Empowerment Pillars

The Foundation: Psychological

Grounded in positive psychology and self-compassion, we help survivors move from trauma-related shame toward post-traumatic growth. This foundation reduces self-judgment and builds the internal resilience needed to begin the journey of reclaiming one’s life.

The Tool: Movement

Utilizing physical strength as a vehicle for reclaiming personal agency and autonomy. We use a combination of strength training and intentional body movement to help survivors reconnect with their physical agency and restore a sense of mastery over their lives.

The Impact: Autonomy

Our dual-impact model fosters total independence through two distinct pathways. We restore personal autonomy through evidence-based wellness programming for all survivors, while securing professional autonomy for those entering our accredited vocational track to launch careers in the wellness industry.

The Methodology:

Evidence Based Empowerment for Post-Traumatic Growth

Rooted Resilience is built on a foundation of evidence-based practice. Our methodology was developed through a formal pilot study conducted at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic medicine, specifically designed to evaluate the impact of positive psychology and intentional movement on the recovery of IPV survivors.

The Science of Reclamation

Our pilot study demonstrated that this specific trauma-informed intervention produces rapid, measurable shifts in survivor well-being:

  • 45% Increase in Self-Compassion: Participants experienced a significant reduction in trauma-related self-judgment.

  • 71% Increase in Resilience: Survivors showed notable gains in both their immediate state of resilience and their long-term trait resilience.

  • 15% Boost in Positive Affect: Participants reported a significant increase in positive emotions and a 4.35% reduction in negative affect.

  • 100% Acceptability: Participants rated the virtual intervention as highly appropriate, feasible, and satisfactory for the unique needs of the IPV community .

The Dual Pathways to Autonomy

Based on these findings, we have translated the research into a two-part ecosystem designed to support survivors at every stage of their journey — from initial body-based reclamation to professional mastery.

Reclaiming Agency
The Healing Community

This is our open-access gateway. We provide free, virtual sessions focused on intentional movement and self-compassion workshops. This track is designed for any survivor looking to reconnect with their body, reduce trauma-related shame, and move out of "survival mode" into a state of physical and mental autonomy.

Reclaiming Independence
The Vocational Pipeline

For survivors ready to transition from healing to career mastery, we offer a dedicated vocational track. We provide the resources, mentorship, and accredited certification necessary to become a professional trainer. Graduates then return to lead the community, turning their lived experience into professional leadership and long-term economic security.

Our Method: The Brave Space

Rooted Resilience operates at the intersection of psychology and physical strength. We provide more than just a safe haven; we build a 'brave space' where survivors engage in rigorous vocational training to reclaim their agency. By integrating accredited certification with trauma-informed resilience coaching, we ensure our participants don't just survive—they lead in high-demand wellness careers

The Sustainable Cycle of Resilience

Rooted Resilience is a fully digital ecosystem designed to meet survivors exactly where they are. Our platform offers free, trauma-informed workouts and resilience programming, providing immediate pathway to well-being through accessible online resources.

As participants progress into our vocational track, they don't just earn a certification—they gain immediate, paid work experience. Our newly certified trainers lead the very workouts that supported their own recovery, creating a sustainable cycle of peer-led mentorship and economic autonomy within our virtual 'brave space'.

Contact Us

We are seeking visionary leaders with expertise in legal, financial, and wellness systems to help us launch our global virtual ecosystem. If you are ready to help us bridge the gap between recovery and economic autonomy, we want to hear from you.