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Leading with compassion, creating a lasting impact

Meet the exceptional group of individuals driving positive change and fostering compassion within The Butterfly Effect Trauma Response & Treatment Foundation. With diverse expertise and a shared commitment to healing, they lead with determination, inspiring hope, and supporting transformation for all those we serve. They bring a wealth of experience, dedication, and a unique perspective, amplifying the impact of our mission—to reach those affected by trauma and provide them with support, education, and mentorship.

Lisa M. Wineburg

Meet the Founder & CEO

Dr. Lisa M. Wineburg

Dr. Lisa M. Wineburg is a seasoned expert in the mental health field with over 20 years of experience specializing in trauma-informed care. Her unwavering dedication to healing and empowerment led her to establish New Beginnings Behavioral Health Services, a behavioral health agency, and The Butterfly Effect Trauma Response & Treatment Foundation, a nonprofit organization devoted to providing quality mental health and trauma support to the community.

Dr. Wineburg is a distinguished graduate of Tulane University, where she earned her doctorate and conducted groundbreaking research on the effects of repeated trauma exposure. Her contributions to the field, combined with her innovative approaches, position her as a transformative leader in trauma therapy.

Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Wineburg’s commitment to service is deeply rooted in her community. A retired New Orleans firefighter, she embodies courage and resilience in both her personal and professional life. She is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., for the past 25 years, exemplifying a lifelong dedication to service and empowerment.

Dr. Wineburg is also a published author, sharing her expertise and personal journey through her best-selling book, Beyond the Scars: Navigating Personal Growth After Trauma. This impactful work combines insights from her own experiences with practical tools to help readers overcome personal battles with trauma. Her guided journal, Emerging Beyond the Scars: Your Daily Guide to Healing Trauma and Finding Strength, offers a step-by-step approach to fostering resilience and healing.

With a career marked by transformative impact and a personal story of triumph, Dr. Wineburg continues to inspire and advocate for mental health and trauma recovery in both her professional and community roles.

Board Members

Rosalyn Duley

Rosalyn Duley Chairman

Robert Wineburg

Robert Wineburg Chief Operating Officer

Shana Wright

Shana Wright Chief Financial Officer

Robin Raymond

Robin Raymond Marketing Director

Roshall Jefferson

Roshall Jefferson Social Media Director

Amonie Johnson

Amonie Johnson Fundraising Director

Raising Funds for Trauma Research

Your donation can help provide educational resources and counseling to help adults and children overcome their trauma and provide the life skills they need to become self-sufficient and symptom-free.

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