Melissa B. Lombardo, founder of Write, Heal, Thrive® LLC, is a trauma-responsive author, speaker, and workshop facilitator who helps others reclaim their voices through writing, creativity, and community. Drawing from both lived experience and professional training, she creates reflective, healing-centered spaces where individuals can explore personal storytelling, resilience, and transformation.
Melissa’s background includes work as a sexual assault crisis advocate, meditation instructor, creative writing workshop facilitator, and organizational management professional. She is affiliated with organizations including the Author’s Guild, Connecticut Authors and Publishers Association (CAPA), Connecticut Poetry Society, and the Jane Doe No More Survivor Speak Outreach team. She also serves in leadership roles with CAPA and Advocacy Unlimited’s Toivo Center for holistic healing.
Known for her compassionate presence and powerful storytelling, Melissa blends creative expression, trauma-responsive practices, and community connection into every workshop, book, and collaboration she offers. Y habla español.
Writing helped Melissa rediscover her voice after trauma, and today she helps others reconnect with theirs through storytelling, reflection, and creative expression.
A lifelong writer and journaler, Melissa believes in the power of the written word to foster healing, self-discovery, and transformation. Today, she walks alongside others as they write, heal, grow, and thrive in their own way and at their own pace.
Write, Heal, Thrive®
Founded in 2023, Write, Heal, Thrive® was born from Melissa’s personal healing journey and her decision to speak and write her truth after surviving sexual violence. Today, WHT offers writing workshops, publishing support, anthologies, branded books, and creative resources that help writers transform lived experience into connection, empowerment, and legacy.
At Write, Heal, Thrive®, we believe writing can be the beginning of healing, self-discovery, and meaningful change. Whether you are beginning your first journal entry, preparing to publish a book, or bringing a passion project to life, WHT offers a place to land on the page. Hablamos español.
Let’s Connect
Write, Heal, Thrive® offers both in-person and online workshops designed to foster reflection, creativity, storytelling, healing, and meaningful community connection. We also collaborate with organizations, schools, wellness spaces, community programs, and conferences to create customized experiences tailored to the needs of each group.
Whether you are seeking a generative writing workshop for your organization or community, interested in collaborative writing and art experiences with me and artist Eduardo Arias Cruz, exploring consulting services, or looking to book a speaking engagement or presentation, I look forward to connecting with you.
Book a Discovery Call Here – If you do not see a discovery call time that works for you, please reach out through our contact form for personalized scheduling options. – Contact – Melissa B. Lombardo
Join a Workshop: Visit our Workshops & Events page to explore upcoming community workshops and experiences open to all.
