From Survivor to Supporter — My Healing Journey

Hi, I’m Mitsie Montijo — a trauma survivor, peer supporter, and passionate advocate for healing. For most of my life, I carried invisible wounds: pain from abuse, betrayal, loss, and moments where I felt completely alone. I know what it’s like to survive when the world feels heavy. I know how dark the nights can be — and how lonely the journey back to yourself can feel. But I also know something else: Healing is possible. Hope is real. And you are never too far gone to begin again. Through years of personal growth, therapy, tears, setbacks, and breakthroughs, I’ve slowly rebuilt my life — one truth, one breath, one act of courage at a time. Today, I use my lived experience to support others who are walking their own healing paths. Whether it’s through 1-on-1 peer support, healing circles, or just showing up with compassion, I’m here to remind you:

You are not broken

This space was created for people like us — the ones who’ve been through the fire and are still standing. Whether you’re in the middle of your storm or finding your sunshine, you are welcome here. Let’s rise, heal, and thrive — together.

With love,

Mitsie