Healing Haven offers comprehensive support tailored to the unique needs of sign language interpreters

Our mission is to equip interpreters with the tools and resources they need to navigate the complexities of mental health in their profession.

With a focus on empowerment and development of skills and expertise, we offer a range of services including workshops, coaching, group sessions, and organizational support.

Explore our offerings and discover how we can support your professional growth and well-being.

Our Services

Education and Training

We provide virtual and in-person group workshops, covering a wide array of mental health topics relevant to the interpreting profession. View our upcoming workshops here.

Professional Coaching

Individual coaching sessions address crucial areas of professional development in the field of sign language interpreting, including topics like advancing professional skills, identifying burnout and compassion fatigue, and developing self-care strategies. Learn more and make an appointment here.

Group Debriefing and Coaching

We facilitate group sessions focused on addressing vicarious trauma and navigating mental health challenges encountered on interpreting assignments. Learn more about individual and group coaching here.

Organizational Support

We offer assistance in implementing organizational programming and facilitating organizational change to promote mental health awareness and support within your team.

Professional Consultation

Unsure about your organization’s needs or which trainings would best benefit your team? Reach out to us for expert consultation tailored to your team’s needs.

Corporate Services

Inquire about custom packages for organizations and enterprises. We craft custom cross-functional programming for groups of any size.

Meet the Team

Monique Champagne,
M.A., LPC, NIC-Master, BEI-IV
Founder

Chantal Doucette, BEI Advanced
Director of Operations

Jacob Thornton,
M. Ed., LPC, LMHC, NCC
Presenter

Tiffany Lloyd, BA, BEI Master
Presenter & Coach

Kayla Laird, BA
Social Media Manager

Upcoming Workshops

  • Trauma-Informed Interpreting Practices

    Saturday, April 12, 2025

    10:00 AM - 2:00 PM CST

    0.4 PS CEUs

    Explore reframing our interpreting work through a trauma-informed lens

    Presenters: Jacob Thornton & Monique Champagne

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  • Managing Vicarious Trauma

    Saturday, April 26, 2025

    10:00 AM  2:00 PM

    0.4 PS CEUs

    Assess your levels of burnout, compassion fatigue and vicarious trauma and develop a set of tools to increase overall wellness.

    Presenters: Jacob Thornton & Monique Champagne

    Learn More
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Testimonials

  • Laura Jones, Senior Vice President Global Interpreting Services, Sorenson

    Let me tell you about a workshop that truly hit the mark: “Self-Compassion Strategies for Sign Language Interpreters.” With over 20 years leading interpreters, I’ve seen it all. But this workshop was different. It was spot on. Packed with practical tips and insights and a must for any interpreter looking to boost their wellbeing and skills. Trust me, it’s worth every minute.

  • Karen Kane, CT/CI

    Sometimes we are too close to our work, and we need to take a step back and reset. Monique's workshop Finding Joy helped me find that much needed reset and allowed me to see my work with fresh eyes.

  • M

    I have had the pleasure of attending "Managing Stress and Vicarious Trauma" taught by Monique Champagne through my employer. Monique was relatable and engaging. She created a safe environment to learn about a topic that impacts me as a leader and interpreter. She taught strategies that I could apply immediately and demystified the topic. I found myself relaxing in her workshop as I finally found someone that "got" what I had been experiencing and named it. What Monique brings to our profession is crucial for the culture we live and work in. I just wish it had been longer!

    I will share with my team too!

  • Managing Secondary Stress & Vicarious Trauma Webinar

    Monique's approach is very calm, compassionate, open, inclusive, and encouraging. I really liked how she managed conversations, questions, and discussion smoothly, making sure everyone felt heard and respected.

    -Anonymous Interpreter

  • Trauma-Informed Interpreting Practices

    I would definitely recommend this training to others! Viewing ourselves and others through a trauma informed (and trauma transformative, I like this term!) lens can not only move the dial in our own trauma processing and healing but it helps to increase compassion for others.

    -Anonymous Interpreter

  • Managing Secondary Stress & Vicarious Trauma Webinar

    I would absolutely recommend this webinar to others. Not only does [the workshop] foster empathy towards Deaf individuals, but it also promotes empathy among interpreters themselves. Also, it equips participants with the language to articulate their emotions and experiences, which is incredibly empowering.

    -Anonymous Interpreter

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