Trauma-Informed Professional (TIP)
Certificate Program 2.0
A Journey of Becoming. A Community of Belonging. A Legacy of Change.
A guided, cohort-based learning experience designed to support your evolution
from knowledge…to embodiment…to leadership.
Rooted in a 16-week rhythm of connection and reflection,
TIP invites you into a process of integration one relational, grounded step at a time.
This is not a program you rush to complete.
It is a practice you grow into.
Rooted in care. Rising in courage. Growing in community.
A Note from Mary
There comes a point in a long life of caring when you stop asking, “What more do we need to know?” and begin asking, “How do we carry this work without losing ourselves?”
I have spent decades walking alongside babies, families, clinicians, educators, and leaders in some of the most vulnerable moments of human life. I have witnessed breathtaking tenderness and profound suffering. I have seen care offered with extraordinary love, and I have seen the quiet toll that work takes on those who give so much of themselves.
Here is what I know to be true: Most clinicians are not burning out because they don’t care. They are burning out because they care deeply — inside systems that were never designed to hold that level of humanity.
Trauma-informed care was never meant to be a checklist. It was meant to be a way of being with ourselves, with one another, and with those we serve. TIP 2.0 exists because I believe with my whole heart that caregivers deserve education that honors their nervous systems, their lived experience, their moral courage, and their longing to practice in alignment with their values.
This program is not about doing more. It is about becoming more coherent, grounded, and whole in how you show up.
The 16-week cohort offers a rhythm, not a race.
Within that rhythm, we gather in community through biweekly Integration circles: spaces for reflection, connection, and meaning-making. These gatherings are not about keeping up with content, but about noticing what is unfolding in you and in your practice.
Learning, in this way, becomes less about completion...and more about integration.
As we move into 2026, I feel a deep sense of responsibility to this work. Healthcare is changing. The world is changing. And the way we care for one another must continue to evolve with intention, courage, and compassion.
The cohort model is a reflection of that knowing. Learning happens best in relationship. Healing happens in community. Leadership grows when we are witnessed and supported.
If you are here because something in you feels tired, hopeful, curious, or quietly called, I want you to know this: You do not need to have it all figured out to begin; You do not need to be “more ready” or “less affected”; You do not need to move at anyone's else's pace.
Your presence, your questions, and your humanity are enough.
TIP 2.0 is an invitation to walk this path together to learn, reflect, and grow in a way that supports not only what you do, but who you are becoming.
If this resonates, I would be honored to welcome you into the 2026 cohort model.
Take care and care well,
Mary
Before We Go Any Further—Who This Is For
This program is for clinicians, educators, and leaders who feel the weight of their work—and are seeking a way to carry it with integrity, clarity, and connection.
If you find yourself nodding to any of the following:
Trauma-informed care must include the caregiver
Learning is relational, not isolating
Leadership is something you grow into, not perform
Structure can feel supportive rather than constraining
Integration matters more than completion
This work is too important—and too sacred—to do alone
Then you are in the right place.
Why TIP 2.0 Is Evolving in 2026
A guided, relational learning experience
In 2026, TIP 2.0 has evolved from an open, self-paced format into a guided, cohort-based learning experience. This shift is intentional and deeply trauma-informed.
Rather than moving through content alone, participants are invited into a shared rhythm of learning — one that supports reflection, connection, and integration over time.
Because meaningful learning requires:
predictability
safety
relational support
shared meaning-making
gentle accountability
and a space that helps the nervous system stay engaged
Over the years, learners have expressed a desire for more connection, more community, and more guidance as they engage this work.
The cohort model honors those needs while preserving the spaciousness required for true integration.
Cohorts are offered throughout the year, with opportunities to join as an individual or as part of a dedicated team-based experience.
Why Learning in Community Matters
Trauma-informed learning is not meant to happen in isolation.
It unfolds in relationship — through reflection, witnessing, and the shared wisdom of others.
Because learning is relational.
Trauma-informed practice is not something you master alone. It deepens in conversation, in perspective-taking, and in being seen as you make meaning of the work.
Because self-paced often becomes self-forgetting.
Clinicians and leaders carry a great deal. Without a shared rhythm, even the most meaningful learning can quietly fall away. Community helps hold the work in view — gently, without pressure.
Because the nervous system respnds to rhythm.
Predictability can reduce overwhelm, support focus, and create the conditions for engagement. A cohort offers structure — not as constraint, but as support.
Because integration takes time.
This work is not meant to be rushed. The space between sessions allows for noticing, reflection, and small shifts in practice that deepen over time.
Because leadership grows in relationship.
This work is too important — and too human — to do alone.
The 16-week Cohort Experience
A rhythm for learning, reflection, and integration
Each TIP cohort unfolds within a 16-week shared rhythm — designed to support engagement, connection, and meaningful integration over time.
You will gather in eight live virtual Integration Circles (90 minutes each), held every other week.
These gatherings are not content review sessions.
They are spaces for:
reflection
connection
dialogue
and meaning-making
You are not expected to “keep up” in order to participate.
You are invited to bring what is real.
Between the Circles
Between gatherings, you will engage with the TIP learning materials at your own pace.
Each attribute includes a curated blend of:
science, soul, and skills-based video content
reflective prompts and practice invitations
selected readings and resources
optional knowledge checks to support understanding
You may move steadily, revisit material, or take more time with what resonates.
This is not about completing content on a fixed schedule.
It is about allowing the work to take root.
A Rhythm, Not a Race
The 16-week structure offers a gentle cadence:
One attribute explored across each two-week cycle
One Integration Circle to reflect, connect, and deepen
But this rhythm is not a requirement to perform.
It is a space to support your learning.
Some participants move through content in sequence.
Others follow what feels most relevant in the moment.
Both are valid.
What Begins to Shift
As learners engage this work over time, they often describe:
greater clarity and coherence in trauma-informed decision-making
a steadier nervous system in complex or high-stress moments
reduced self-blame and moral distress
more confident, values-aligned communication and advocacy
deeper relational presence with families and colleagues
a renewed sense of purpose and professional identity
This is not simply learning. It is integration.
Integration & Certification
Rather than completing separate assignments for each module, TIP is structured around Integration Projects at each level.
These projects invite you to reflect on:
what is shifting in your awareness
how your practice is evolving
how the work is beginning to live within you
To receive your TIP Certificate, you will:
Complete the three Level Integration Projects
Engage meaningfully with the learning materials
Participate in the Integration Circles (live or via recording)
The 16-week cohort provides a supportive rhythm — but completion is not defined by speed.
You are welcome to continue your integration beyond the cohort, with access to ongoing community gatherings and support.
Beyond the Cohort: Ongoing Community
TIP does not end at 16 weeks.
Graduates are invited to continue in the broader TIP community, where ongoing gatherings offer space for:
continued reflection
real-world application
leadership development
and connection across cohorts
Because this work continues to unfold.
Cohort Options & Timing
TIP cohorts are offered throughout the year to support different rhythms of entry.
May 2026 Cohort – Open for enrollment
September 2026 Cohort – Open for enrollment
In addition to open enrollment cohorts, team-based cohorts are available for organizations seeking to move through the program together.
Each cohort follows a shared 16-week rhythm, with flexibility to continue beyond that timeframe as needed.
A Final Note on Pace...
This is not a program you finish in 16 weeks.
It is a practice you begin — and continue to grow into.
What You’ll Experience Inside a TIP Cohort
A Welcome Gathering + Eight Integration Circles
Grounded, reflective, heart-centered spaces to support integration — not just understand.
These gatherings offer a place to pause, reflect, and connect with others as you make meaning of the work in your own context.
Shared Inquiry & Community
You will learn alongside a cohort of clinicians, educators, leaders, and students each bringing their own perspective, experience, and questions.
This is not passive learning. It is a shared journey, where insight deepens through dialogue, reflection, and being witnessed.
A Gentle Rhythm of Accountability
Not pressure. Not performance.
A steady, supportive rhythm that helps you stay connected to the work — in a way that honors your capacity and your pace.
A Trauma-Informed Learning Environment
Designed with the nervous system in mind:
predictable rhythm
clear, supportive structure
room for grace
space for reflection and integration
So that learning can feel engaging, not overwhelming.
Continued Access to Materials
You will retain access to all course materials beyond the cohort, allowing you to revisit, reflect, and deepen your learning over time.
Because this work is not meant to be rushed — or completed once.
A Connected Professional Identity
As a TIP graduate, you become part of a growing global community of trauma-informed professionals — connected by shared language, values, and a commitment to more human-centered care.
This is not just a program you complete.
It is a way of being you carry forward.
Who TIP Cohorts Are For
TIP cohorts are designed for clinicians, educators, and leaders who are ready to engage this work in a more relational and integrated way.
You may find yourself here if you:
believe that how we care matters — deeply
are seeking connection, not isolation
want structure that supports reflection, not overwhelm
are drawn to integration, not surface-level understanding
value a guided, relational pathway
are ready to grow in how you show up — in your work, your leadership, and your life
If you are longing for your trauma-informed practice to feel more embodied, more sustainable, and more aligned with your values… You are in the right place.
Beginning When You’re Ready
There is no single “right” time to begin this work.
Some join at the start of a new season. Others arrive when something within them shifts — quietly or all at once.
TIP cohorts are offered throughout the year, including upcoming May and September 2026 cohorts, as well as dedicated team-based experiences.
Each cohort offers a shared rhythm of learning and connection — while honoring your individual pace of integration.
A Thoughtful Cohort Experience
Each cohort is intentionally sized to support meaningful connection, reflection, and dialogue.
This allows space for:
being seen and heard
engaging in authentic conversation
and building relationships that support ongoing growth
An Invitation
Enrollment is open.
If this work resonates — not as urgency, but as recognition —
you are warmly invited to join.
TUITION & ACCESSIBILITY (2026)
Tuition Options
Pay in Full — $1,500
This reflects a savings of $100 USD for learners who prefer a single payment.
4-Month Flex Plan — $1,600
$400/month for four months.
Both options include:
Lifetime access to TIP 2.0
Participation in one guided 16-week cohort
Access to all future TIP 2.0 updates
Membership in the TIP Forum
Accessibility Pathway (By Request)
If the 4-month plan doesn’t align with your financial reality, you may request an Extended Payment Rhythm (6–8 months).
With this option, you:
Receive immediate access to Orientation
Begin pre-work at your own pace
Join the next available cohort once your payment rhythm aligns
No application and no justification required — just a compassionate conversation about what feels workable
And respectful for your circumstances.
If the above still doesn’t fit, here is another way we hold access
The Reflective Scholar Scholarship
In alignment with our commitment to belonging, dignity, and equitable access, a limited number of Reflective Scholar Scholarships are available for each TIP cohort.
This scholarship is intended for individuals who feel deeply called to trauma-informed developmental care but who may encounter financial, structural, or systemic barriers to participation.
The Reflective Scholar Scholarship is not merit-based in the traditional sense. It honors reflective capacity, lived experience, and commitment to humane care, recognizing that some of the most grounded leaders emerge from spaces where access has not always been equitable.
Scholarship support may include:
Partial tuition support ($500 USD) for TIP 2.0
Full access to cohort sessions, learning materials, and the TIP Forum
Participation as a full, respected member of the cohort
Applicants are invited to complete a brief reflective application, which is reviewed with care and confidentiality.
Exploring External Sponsorship
Many TIP learners receive support from:
Hospital education or leadership
NICU/perinatal quality teams
Hospital foundations
Magnet programs
Nursing associations
DEI and wellness initiatives
Vendor or industry partners
A downloadable resource is provided HERE which includes:
Potential funding source ideas
Two sponsorship request templates
Shareable program description
Enrollment Rhythm
TIP operates on a three-cohort annual cycle:
January 14, 2026 - IN PROGRESS
May 20, 2026 - OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
September 23, 2026 - OPEN FOR ENROLLMENT
Your cohort start date will depend on your payment rhythm and when you choose to enroll.
TIP 2.0-2026 FAQs
1. What is changing in TIP 2.0 for 2026?
TIP 2.0 has evolved from a fully self-paced experience into a guided, cohort-based journey.
This shift reflects what we know about trauma-informed learning: that meaningful change happens in relationship, through reflection, and over time.
The cohort model offers a shared rhythm, Integration Circles, and a learning experience that supports both structure and spaciousness.
2. How long is the program?
The core cohort experience unfolds over 16 weeks.
This timeframe provides a supportive rhythm for engagement and connection — but it is not a deadline for completion.
You are invited to move at a pace that allows for meaningful reflection and integration, and you may continue your learning beyond the 16 weeks as needed.
3. Do I need to attend all the live gatherings?
Live participation is encouraged, as the Integration Circles offer a unique space for reflection, connection, and shared meaning-making.
To support a meaningful cohort experience, participants are asked to engage with at least 6 of the 8 Integration Circles (live or via recording) as part of the certification process.
This is not about perfect attendance. It is about ensuring you have enough opportunity to experience the relational and reflective aspects of the program — where insight often deepens and integration begins.
If you need to miss a session, recordings are available, and you are welcome to engage in a way that supports your life and capacity.
4. Can I complete TIP by watching only the replays?
Replays are available and can be a supportive way to stay connected to the material when life happens.
At the same time, the live Integration Circles offer something distinct.
TIP is intentionally designed as a guided, reflective, human experience — where insight, awareness, and integration often deepen through shared conversation, presence, and community.
While it is possible to engage with the program through recordings, participants are encouraged to join live whenever they can, as these relational spaces are an important part of the learning experience.
5. What if my schedule or life circumstances change?
Life happens — and this program is designed with that reality in mind.
You may pause, slow down, or continue your learning over time.
Ongoing community gatherings are available beyond the cohort to support continued integration when you are ready.
6. What if I feel overwhelmed or activated by the content?
This work can be meaningful — and at times, activating.
You are encouraged to move at your own pace, take breaks as needed, and engage with the material in a way that supports your well-being.
The program is designed with nervous system awareness in mind, and you are not expected to push through discomfort without support.
7. What are the expectations for participation?
Participation in TIP is not about performance or perfection.
You are invited to:
a.) engage with the material
b.) reflect on your experience
c.) participate in Integration Circles when possible
d.) and explore how the work is showing up in your practice
There is no single “right” way to participate.
8. What if I fall behind?
You are not behind.
This program is not designed to be completed on a fixed timeline, but to be integrated over time.
You are always welcome to re-engage, revisit material, and continue at your own pace.
9. What happens after the 16 weeks?
TIP does not end at 16 weeks.
Graduates are invited to continue in the broader TIP community, where ongoing gatherings support reflection, application, and leadership development.
This work continues to evolve with you.
10. What is the time commitment?
On average, participants spend a few hours per week engaging with the material and attending biweekly gatherings.
That said, the program is designed to be flexible.
You are encouraged to engage in a way that feels sustainable for your life and responsibilities.
11. Do I need to post in the Forum?
The Forum is available as a space for connection, reflection, and shared learning.
Participation is welcomed, but not required.
You are invited to engage in whatever way feels most meaningful and supportive to you.
12. Will the sessions be recorded?
Yes. All Integration Circles are recorded and made available for later viewing.
13. What do I need to complete to receive my TIP Certificate?
To receive your TIP Certificate, you will:
a.) Complete the three Level Integration Projects
b.) Engage meaningfully with the learning materials
c.) Participate in the Integration Circles (live or via recording)
Certification reflects your engagement and integration of the work — not speed or perfection.
14. Can I switch cohorts if something changes?
Yes. If your schedule or circumstances change, we will work with you to find a pathway that supports your continued participation.
15. What are the payment options?
TIP offers both pay-in-full and flexible payment options.
Details are available on the enrollment page, and we are happy to support you in choosing what works best for you.
Call To Action
Join a global community of clinicians, advocates, and leaders committed to trauma-informed transformation.
Be part of a learning experience grounded in
connection, reflection, and meaningful change.
Be part of the legacy.
Join an upcoming TIP cohort
(May and September 2026 now enrolling)
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