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Has social media become the new therapist?

Conversations about trauma have become common online, especially among under-35s. Trauma is very real, but is the internet the right place to heal it?

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Celebrating our 4th Annual Evening of Elegance

On 13 September 2025 we hosted our fourth Evening of Elegance at Crescent Hall, Luton, a night for women and girls to be celebrated.

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An Evening of Elegance

Organised by The Trauma Healing Collective, the Evening of Elegance is an annual event for women and girls aged 15 and over.

Content note: the death of a child, psychosis and suicidal thoughts

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My mental health journey

A member of our community tells her story, in her own words.

Content note: domestic abuse and sexual exploitation

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A poem about domestic abuse, written by our guest writer.

Content note: domestic abuse in childhood, self-harm and suicidal feelings

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My recovery journey

Haneefah talks about her recovery journey and what helped along the way.

Content note: miscarriage, a suicide attempt and being sectioned

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Living with mental health as a Muslimah

Coping with a diagnosis, and the lack of community support for Muslim sisters with mental health conditions.

Content note: stillbirth and deaths in pregnancy and childbirth

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What is birth trauma?

Anisah Abdullah explains birth trauma, why it matters, and where to find support.

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The connection between self-worth and trauma

“In the absence of love and belonging, there's always suffering.” Why self-worth and trauma are so closely tied.

Content note: sexual abuse in childhood and suicidal feelings

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Survivor's story

One woman's account of surviving abuse, and rebuilding her life and her faith.