My story
I am Mihaela Oprea
The path that led me to become an educator, trauma therapist, and mentor has been both transformative and profoundly personal. It is a path shaped by a deep and unyielding passion for healing, personal growth, and empowerment not only for myself but also for those who cross my path.
From an early age, I found myself contemplating the intricacies of human growth and how our emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being is shaped. I wondered how the experiences we face, especially in our earliest years, leave lasting imprints on who we are and how they influence the choices we make, the relationships we form, and the lives we lead.
In my search for answers, I immersed myself in the study of education, psychology, and mental health, believing that understanding these subjects would unlock the keys to helping others. Yet, as I ventured deeper into my professional journey, I came to realize that true understanding doesn’t come from books or theories; it comes from lived experience. It comes from walking through the darkness, confronting the pain, and coming out on the other side with a newfound sense of strength and wisdom.
I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals and families from all walks of life, particularly those who have been affected by trauma. I’ve worked with vulnerable families, witnessed the scars of emotional neglect, abuse, and hardship, and seen firsthand the often-invisible weight that trauma carries. This work has shaped me, deepened my commitment to helping others, and reinforced my belief in the incredible capacity for healing within each of us. It has also given me a unique perspective on the complexities of trauma and the profound power of compassion and understanding.
But it is not just as a professional that I understand trauma, it is also deeply personal. I have lived it.
I have experienced the torment of growing up in a disrupted family, the crushing weight of poverty, the violence that leaves invisible wounds, the sting of neglect, and the suffocating grip of a fourteen yearlong abusive relationship. I was caught in a cycle of pain, hope, and survival. These experiences are not just memories; they have shaped me, challenged me, and, ultimately, led me toward healing and transformation.
They are pieces of my soul, etched into my being in ways I could never erase. I know the struggle of feeling lost, the heartache of questioning my worth, and the weight of believing that healing was beyond my reach.
Yet, it is because of these experiences that I have come to understand the depths of human resilience. I have learned that we are capable of far more than we realize, even when the world around us seems to be crumbling.
I have learned that the journey to healing is not linear it is messy, painful, and at times, feels impossible. But I have also learned that it is always worth it. It is this personal understanding that fuels my work today. It is this lived experience that allows me to relate to others with compassion, with empathy, and with a knowing that they are not alone in their pain.
In my work as a Holistic Trauma Therapist, I have seen the profound impact that early emotional neglect can have on a person’s life. The first 18 months of a child’s life are crucial to their emotional and psychological development. If their needs are not met, the effects can be far-reaching, echoing through the years and influencing their relationships, mental health, and sense of self. This truth, this understanding of how the past shapes the present, is why I am so deeply committed to helping others break free from the patterns of trauma that have been passed down through generations.
But more than anything, my mission is clear: to help, guide, and support those who feel lost, broken, or stuck. To help them rediscover the power within themselves and to rise stronger than before.
My mission is to let every person know to heal from their past,
without a doubt that they are never alone in this journey. Healing is not an individual pursuit; it is a collective effort. I walk alongside those I support, not as someone who has all the answers, but as someone who understands, who listens, and who believes in their capacity to transform.