Creating a Community of Healing and Empowerment Through Neuroscience
Diversity Mission and Vision Statement
At the Truitt Institute, we are dedicated to creating an environment where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to heal and grow. Central to this mission is our unique NeuroTriad Model, which integrates neuroscience, trauma-informed care, and resilience-focused strategies into all of our training programs. By combining these three essential elements, we ensure that our approach is both scientifically grounded and deeply compassionate, fostering a space where all participants can thrive.
Our Commitment to Belonging and Equity
We are committed to fostering a culture where every person feels valued, respected, and empowered to learn and grow. We believe that healing is most effective when everyone feels seen, heard, and understood. To achieve this, we integrate practices that promote a sense of belonging and equitable access to mental health resources across all our programs.
Our approach to mental health education is guided by the understanding that each person’s experience is unique. We design our training programs and courses to be adaptable and inclusive, accommodating diverse perspectives and needs. Whether you are a mental health professional, a community leader, or someone on a personal healing journey, our offerings provide a compassionate and safe space for learning and growth.
Our Vision for a Connected Community
We envision a world where everyone has the opportunity to access mental health education and tools tailored to their individual experiences. Our goal is to create a community built on mutual respect, understanding, and collaboration—where people can come together to share knowledge, support one another, and collectively contribute to a healthier and more resilient society.
At the core of our vision is the belief that educational environments should be welcoming and accessible to all. We are dedicated to removing barriers that prevent people from accessing mental health resources, including financial constraints, societal stigma, and lack of awareness. Our programs aim to bridge these gaps by offering practical, neuroscience-based tools that empower individuals to take charge of their mental health and well-being.
Cultivating an Environment of Respect and Empowerment
We recognize that the path to mental health is deeply personal and influenced by various cultural, social, and economic factors. To honor these differences, we strive to cultivate an environment that celebrates each individual’s journey. Our training programs are enriched with research and knowledge from diverse perspectives, ensuring they are relevant and applicable to people from all walks of life.
Through our commitment to equitable education, we aim to build a more connected, compassionate world. We invite you to join us on this journey—because when everyone has the chance to heal, learn, and grow, we all thrive.
To reach our vision we are committed to the following:
Creating an environment in which all Trainers, Consultants, and Program Attendees are treated with fairness and respect. The Truitt Institute has, and will continue to develop, design, and implement programs to support and assist with improving diversity at all levels of the training process;
- Ensuring a supportive, harassment-free and inclusive training and learning space;
- Developing a corporate culture that embraces diversity, and in which differences are valued, respected and fostered;
- Ensuring Diversity is embraced at all levels, and the trainers are reflective of the communities The Truitt Institute operates within;
- Incorporating research across diverse populations into training protocols to assure proper application of information, tools, and techniques into clinical practice.
The Truitt Institute diversity strategy consists of core values that are fundamental to achieving progress across the broader focus areas of:
- Inclusion
- Advancing the Scientific Community
- Treatment Outcomes
- Community Wellness
Our continued success depends on genuinely living the values of:
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Accountability
- Respect
Creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered is a collective responsibility, involving everyone from our Founder to our Trainers and Program Attendees. Our ability to fulfill our mission and vision is strengthened when each member of the Truitt Institute embodies these principles in their actions and interactions. We are committed to regularly evaluating our efforts and welcoming feedback to ensure we stay true to our vision and continue moving forward together.
Additionally, The Truitt Institute follows guidelines set by both the Canada Disability Act (CDA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as global standards such as the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) and the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Global Disability Action Plan. We also adhere to the principles outlined by the European Accessibility Act (EAA) to ensure our programs are accessible and inclusive to all. Requests for more information and for individuals needing special accommodations please contact us 527 S. Lake Ave, Suite 200 Pasadena, CA 91101 via email at [email protected], or direct call to 626-524-5525.