As the year comes to a close and many people brace themselves for the emotional weight of the holidays, international speaker and mental health advocate Rahul K. Maharaj, known as MrTraumaTalks, is hosting a powerful virtual Mental Health Holiday Conference on Tuesday, December 30th 2025.
The event is free for all because, as Rahul states, good health care is a human right and mental health is part of that right. He believes that support for mental health should never be limited by cost. His mission is to create a space where lived experience becomes a lifeline and where every person is reminded that they are not alone.
Rahul explains that the end of the year can be overwhelming for many people, especially those living with personality disorders or navigating trauma. This is why he has brought together a remarkable group of speakers who have turned their pain into purpose. Each one has lived through their own storms and chosen to rise. Their stories are not scripted—they are real, raw, and deeply human.
Featured Speakers
Dr. Aninda Sidhana
An award-winning psychiatrist from India, Dr. Sidhana recently received one of her country’s top honors. She delivered her long-awaited Josh Talk sharing her own lived experience and co-hosts the Mental Health Bytes podcast with Rahul. She often reminds audiences that “healed people heal people,” bringing expertise and compassion shaped by her family legacy of mental health leadership.
AskMsEmma – The Trauma Expert
A psychotherapist with over 35 years in the mental health field and 22 years dedicated to trauma recovery, Emma teaches survivors how to unmask and manage trauma. Her work has transformed countless lives.
Dr. Patricia Rogers
CEO of Unity in Service Inc, Dr. Rogers brings the message that people need people. A visibility strategist, she helps individuals and businesses elevate their presence and purpose, adding energy and leadership to the conference.
Susan SueZee Finley – The Sound Empress
Owner of Acoustic Therapeutix and creator of the SueZee’s Happiness Hive Podcast, Susan highlights the healing power of sound and the importance of cultivating a happiness mindset.
Ishaa Vinod Chopra
From Canada, Ishaa is the author of Finding Order in Disorder. Her memoir shares her journey through bipolar disorder, domestic abuse, and the transformative power of art therapy. Through dance, painting, yoga, and her moving Mad Poetry, she demonstrates how creativity can become a path to healing.
Jeanette Bass Trigo
A grief and purpose coach, end-of-life care coach, and founder of Inspire2Healin and The No Grief Zone, Jeanette speaks openly about childhood grief and personal loss, sharing a story of faith, resilience, and courage.
Jasmen Mickey
A survivor who faced death in 2021, Jasmen now shares her journey to inspire hope and demonstrate that life can return even after the darkest moments.
Zainita Karim
Joining from London, Zainita adds global depth to the event with her unforgettable story of resilience and empowerment.
Ambassador Dr. Monica Sanchez
Author of the bestselling book Child of a Child, Dr. Sanchez is a global humanitarian and human rights advocate. Her story of trauma, abuse, loss, and motherhood demonstrates how grief can reshape purpose rather than break the spirit.
Tamara Lea Patrick
A certified happiness, purpose, and master life coach, Tamara is also an Army veteran who has guided soldiers throughout their careers. Her leadership and heart-centered approach make her a powerful voice at this conference.
Marlaina Williams
A returning speaker from Rahul’s Broadway conference, Marlaina shares her journey shaped by military service, trauma, nursing, and holistic healing. She is the founder of Creative Fire Alchemy.
Nefertiti San Miguel – The Floral Therapy Queen
Creator of NEUROBANA, which blends behavioral neuroscience with the Japanese art of Ikebana for stress management and post-traumatic growth, Nefertiti is a six-time Amazon #1 bestselling author. She has been recognized by the Library of Congress and recently received the Speakers Are Leaders Award in London.
Rahul K. Maharaj’s Journey
Rahul reflects on his own experiences, including taking over a school at 21 with no resources, relying only on faith and belief. These experiences shaped him into the leader he is today. He often says:
“What is meant for you shall never pass you by, and what passes you by was never meant for you.”
His work has earned him the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award. This upcoming event marks the sixth mental health conference he has produced, with three held in person and three on Broadway in Times Square. Rahul emphasizes “Trauma, not drama.”
This will be his third virtual conference, and he promises it will be powerful from start to finish. The event also sets the stage for monthly virtual conferences leading up to a grand in-person event in June 2026.
Message and Registration
The message is simple: You are not alone. With rising suicide rates and widespread depression, this conference offers hope, connection, and the reminder that healing is possible.
Registration is free and open now. All are welcome to join this global community and end the year with strength, inspiration, and the belief that you can, you shall, and you will.
This event is sponsored by WINGS OF DORCAS INC. and FUEL TRIM. For more information or to register, visit www.mrtraumatalks.com, email [email protected], or call 718‑909‑3541.
