Welcome to Nurturing Lives
Hi, I’m Karen Gonzalez-Torres—educator, advocate, and survivor. I created Nurturing Lives to offer healing spaces for families and individuals navigating trauma, parenting, and personal growth. Here, you’ll find programs rooted in compassion, resilience, and community care.
Whether you’re a parent seeking tools, a survivor beginning your healing journey, or someone looking to grow with intention—you belong here.
Explore Our Offerings:
Parenting Education: Trauma-informed, non-violent parenting practices.
Survivor Support: Empowerment programs for healing and growth.
Healing Workshops: Art and community-based sessions.
Resources: Books, workbooks, and tools for change.
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Founded by a survivor who understands the challenges of trauma firsthand. Nurturing Lives strives to create a safe and nurturing environment where healing and renewal can take place.
The company offers a range of services, including trauma-informed support programs, education, parenting classes, art groups, and prevention initiatives, all designed to address the unique needs of trauma survivors.
Child Development Conference
In 2024, Nurturing Lives had the honor of partnering with East Los Angeles College to host an impactful conference for child development students and professors. The event focused on trauma-informed practices, effective parenting strategies, and fostering resilience in children and families.
Through engaging workshops and interactive discussions, attendees gained valuable tools to enhance their personal growth and professional expertise in the child development field. The conference served as a powerful opportunity to inspire future educators and empower seasoned professionals to create compassionate, trauma-informed environments for the children and families they serve.
We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with East LA City College and look forward to continuing to support educators in their vital work.
Trauma-Informed Healing Art Workshops: Supporting Healing
Facilitating trauma-informed healing art workshops involves creating a safe, supportive environment where participants can express themselves through creative activities. The focus is on fostering emotional healing, building resilience, and promoting self-awareness without triggering past trauma.
Our facilitators guide individuals through art-making processes that allow for non-verbal expression, helping to process difficult emotions at their own pace.
The workshops emphasize choice, respect, and empowerment, ensuring each participant feels supported and respected in their healing journey.
Parenting and Education
Nurturing Lives provides ongoing opportunities throughout the year to educate parents, caregivers, and professionals in adopting trauma-informed, non-violent parenting practices. These programs, offered through workshops and interactive sessions, are accessible to individuals and organizations, including colleges, universities, and nonprofits.
Start your own journey.
Breaking the Cycle: Educating Our Community to End Domestic Violence
Our goal is to educate the community about the dangers of domestic violence, raise awareness of its impact, and provide resources for support. We strive to break the cycle of abuse by empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to recognize unhealthy relationships, promote healthy communication, and create a safer environment for everyone.
Through education, we aim to foster empathy, understanding, and a collective commitment to ending violence and supporting survivors.
Check our our bookstore
Nurturing Lives Bookstore is a cozy literary haven where book lovers of all ages can discover a selection of thoughtfully created books that inspire, educate, and entertain.
Our warm and inviting space encourages meaningful connections through the shared love of reading, fostering a sense of community and personal growth.
Healing from the Hard Things-Course
We are excited to introduce our virtual course: "Healing from the Hard Things". This course is designed to help you take the first steps toward recovery, at your own pace, in a supportive and understanding environment.
Start your journey toward healing today.
Find out how you can start your own journey!
Contact
Hours of operations
Mon Closed
Tue 10 AM-5 PM
Wed 10 AM-1 PM
Thu 10 AM-5 PM
Fri 10 AM- 5 PM
Sat 10 AM- 2 PM
Sun Closed
Email us at karen@nurturingl.com
Call us at (818) 714-1277
Serving the San Fernando & Los Angeles area.
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“Nurturing Lives, Healing Hearts”
We are certified as a Small Business by the SBA and a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) with LA County.
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