From Trauma to Thriving

This presentation weaves psychological research and theory with Tyler’s experiences of trauma from childhood to adulthood. Joining trauma-informed theory with real-life examples, Tyler’s story will take you beyond the diagnosis and into the human experience. Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the power of trauma in human relationships.

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About the Presenter

Tyler Reitzner

Tyler Reitzner is a husband, a father and an impassioned advocate for everyone’s right to thrive. In long-term recovery from Developmental Trauma, that includes PTSD and substance use disorder, Tyler has put his experience in branding and networking to use in the field of behavioral health. His professional life, his recovery and his lived experience have given him a deep understanding of the influence adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) have on our abilities to work, to grow, and to have authentic relationships throughout life. He provides training and consulting services to help other professionals apply trauma-informed insights to the work they do. Tyler is Executive Director of MN Trauma Project, an ACE Interface trained presenter and a trainer of FORECAST through the Mitchell Hamline Law School Cohort. Tyler and his wife Bethany are happy parents to two boys, Logan and Lucas. They live in Eagan, Minnesota.