P.A.L.S. for Healing (Paper. Art Therapy. Letting Go. Self-Actualization) nonprofit organization seeks to empower individuals and families who have suffered trauma or loss to not only regain their lives but achieve their highest human potential. We provide cutting-edge trauma-informed therapies for individuals and families including art therapy, EMDR, and SITCAP. We also provide education and training for professionals and community helpers empowering them to advocate and help those who have suffered trauma and/or loss achieve optimal health. Individuals can experience trauma from direct AND indirect exposure to an event(s) that leaves them feeling helpless, terror, and unsafe.