I help organizations move beyond surface-level conversations by delivering survivor-led, trauma-informed speaking that equips audiences to support survivors with confidence and compassion. Through sharing my experience, I can help audiences and readers understand trauma, how to support survivors, and how to move from awareness to real, compassionate action. I’ve been in that place, on the other side of the conversation. As a survivor who navigated trauma, healing, and the criminal justice system, I understand firsthand what survivors may need and what systems sometimes miss. Through my lived-experience, professional speaking background, and advocacy work, I help audiences bridge the gap between intention and impact so they leave informed, empowered, and equipped to make a difference.
I bridge the Gap Between TRAUMA Awareness and Action
I'm danielle!
Drawing on lived experience, I equip professionals with a deeper understanding of survivor needs and the impact of trauma. I share my experience as a survivor alongside practical insights into trauma, recovery, and coping after sexual assault. I also discuss the criminal justice process, including the court experience and systemic realities many survivors face. My presentations support trauma-informed practice, encourage thoughtful reflection, and empower those working with survivors to respond with greater confidence, compassion, and effectiveness. I offer keynote and professional presentations ranging from 60 to 90 minutes, sharing my lived experience and insights to educate, inspire, and empower audiences.
Fees start at $250 per event, with additional charges for travel as needed.
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
bringing trauma informed insight to your audience
I am the author of Four Pounds of Pressure: A Memoir of Rape, Survival, and Taking Back My Power, a powerful account of my journey through trauma, recovery, and resilience. My writing provides an unflinching look at the realities of sexual assault while offering hope, insight, and inspiration for survivors and those who support them.
I am also also a published author of five additional books, including a sequel memoir, a resource and educational guide featuring twelve survivor stories with professional insights from licensed social workers, a mystery thriller novella, and two children’s books.
PUBLISHED BOOKS
A survivor-led perspective designed to strengthen trauma-informed work and professional confidence.
I am a survivor, author, and professional public speaker with over six years of experience sharing my story and empowering audiences nationwide. I’ve appeared on multiple podcasts across the country and am the author of six self-published books, including a memoir and an educational resource guide for sexual assault awareness. Through my personal journey of surviving assault, navigating the criminal justice system, and reclaiming my power: I help organizations, professionals, and communities understand trauma, support survivors more effectively, and foster hope, resilience, and meaningful change.
HOPE, HEALING AND MEANINGFUL CHANGE
MY PURPOSE IS TO INSPIRE
“I'm so grateful that Danielle shared her story with us! It's so important to hear from victims/survivors as we go into this work, so we never lose sight of our why and always make sure we are centering our work around the patient. What really stuck out to me was the way the SANE nurse made her feel and how confident she was. This was helpful for me as it's so easy to have imposter syndrome. It's a reminder that even if nerves get in the way as I enter a new field of nursing, I will always go back to the basics and know I have the tools to care for and listen to my patient, and will always start by believing them. I will make sure that is reflected in the energy I bring to every case so they have confidence in me.”
KIND WORDS
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“Danielle’s talk was so powerful and a good introduction to victim experience. I struggled to keep out of the Emotional Empathy zone when Danielle discussed keeping the shirt and underwear she was provided post assault. Knowing the shirt/underwear reflected Hope at that moment was extremely moving. Reflected that simple gestures are powerful in traumatic situations. The cascading effects of the event on her family was heartbreaking. Danielle is wonder woman.”
KIND WORDS
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LIFE AFTER SENTENCING
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