Trauma Healing Institute

What Trauma Healing Institute does

Trauma Healing Institute (THI) is a non-profit ministry program of American Bible Society, headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, that develops and distributes Bible-based trauma healing curricula and small group programs across 155 countries. Founded by American Bible Society in 2010 to steward trauma healing methods originating in post-genocide Rwanda in the late 1990s, THI integrates mental health practices with biblical wisdom and delivers programs through trained volunteer facilitators in churches and community organizations worldwide. The institute operates with 37 employees and has equipped 65,000+ facilitators since 2002, reaching 527,384 documented participants cumulatively and 33,132 participants in 2025 alone.

The product portfolio includes the foundational 'Healing the Wounds of Trauma' book-based curriculum, the 'Anchored in Hope' app-based program (launched December 2025 via the THI Mobile App available on iOS and Android in 15 languages), 'Beyond Disaster' crisis response resources (12+ languages), 'Healing Hearts Club' children's program, 'UNSTUCK' teen curriculum (Expanded Edition launched February 2026), and 'Rise Up' youth program developed in partnership with Compassion International. Technology delivery includes audio-based lessons, video-based facilitator training, built-in group reporting functionality, and free downloadable resources via traumahealinginstitute.org, beyonddisaster.bible, and traumahealingbasics.org.

THI operates a freemium model where all core programs and resources are provided free of charge to end users, with minimal revenue from event registrations ($125 in-person, $49 virtual for the 2026 North American Community of Practice). Funding flows through charitable donations to American Bible Society and partnerships with United Bible Societies, Compassion International, and disaster relief organizations. The go-to-market combines community-led facilitator networks, annual Global and regional Community of Practice gatherings, app store distribution, and Bible society channel partnerships across sub-Saharan Africa, MENA, Latin America, and Asia.

Name

Trauma Healing Institute

Legal name

American Bible Society

Website

https://traumahealinginstitute.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Trauma Healing Institute is a non-profit ministry of American Bible Society that develops Bible-based trauma healing curricula and app-based small group programs, delivered free of charge through 65,000+ trained facilitators across 155 countries. It serves trauma survivors, churches, and crisis-affected communities globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Faith-based Trauma Healing Programs

NAICS

Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230), Child and Youth Services (62411), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

MHPSS & Trauma-Informed Support for Displaced Populations (BPADAHAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Disaster Recovery, Reconstruction & Resilience Programs (BPAGAAAK), Trauma-Informed Care & Crisis Response (School-Based) (EDAKAMAF), Crisis Response & Threat Assessment (Suicide Prevention, Violence Prevention) (EDAJAIAH), Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention Services (EDALAFAD)

Keywords

• Trauma healing resources
• Bible-based small groups
• Mental health ministry
• Crisis response programs
• Facilitator training curriculum

Headquarters

HQ city

Philadelphia

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Funding: As a ministry of American Bible Society, THI is funded through charitable donations and ABS ministry resources. Programs and resources are provided free of charge to users. Event registrations ($125 in-person, $49 virtual for NA COP 2026) provide some revenue offset.
2. Partnership and Grant Funding: THI receives support through partnerships with Bible societies worldwide and organizational partners like Compassion International. Crisis response efforts are funded through partnerships with organizations such as the 23 organizations that collaborated on California wildfire relief.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Trauma Healing Institute develops and distributes Bible-based trauma healing curricula and facilitator training programs. Core offerings include the Healing the Wounds of Trauma book-based small group program, the Anchored in Hope audio-based app program delivered through the THI Mobile App, the Beyond Disaster crisis response guide, the Healing Hearts Club children's program, the UNSTUCK teen curriculum, and the Rise Up youth resilience program, all provided free of charge in 150+ languages.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Anchored in Hope: App-based small group healing program used entirely within the THI Mobile App, developed based on the proven healing group book-based program.
• Healing the Wounds of Trauma
• UNSTUCK
• Beyond Disaster
• Healing Hearts Club
• Restoring Hope
• Trauma Healing Basics
• Rise Up

Products and services

• Healing the Wounds of Trauma Original book-based small group trauma healing curriculum developed in response to the Rwandan genocide and DRC conflict. The proven 23-year program integrates mental health practices with biblical wisdom, designed to be led by trained (non-clinical) facilitators in churches and communities.
• Anchored in Hope App-based small group healing program delivered entirely within the THI Mobile App, using audio lessons with Bible stories at the start of each lesson, streamlined discussion questions, and interactive activities. Available in 15 languages. Designed for facilitators and groups with no printed materials required.
• THI Mobile App Native mobile application for iOS and Android that delivers THI training materials, audio lessons, and group management tools. Includes Demo Mode for practice and built-in group reporting for tracking group outcomes; serves as the delivery platform for the Anchored in Hope program.
• Beyond Disaster Spiritual first-aid guide for survivors of natural or human-caused disasters, first responders, and churches. Crisis response materials available in 12+ languages, including a dedicated website (beyonddisaster.bible) and video training series for disaster responders.
• Healing Hearts Club Children's healing group program with specialized curriculum for young children experiencing trauma. Features age-appropriate activities and a workshop-based facilitator training format tailored to children's developmental needs.
• UNSTUCK: Expanded Edition Bible-based curriculum for teenagers affected by community violence and uncertain times. The expanded edition follows the story of a brother and sister caught in a school shooting, available via beyonddisaster.bible, and helps teens stay rooted in God's love.
• Rise Up App-based small group program for youth ages 13+ focusing on emotional flourishing and resilience, developed in partnership with Compassion International. Derived from THI's Life Hurts, Love Heals program and UNSTUCK curriculum; currently piloted in English and Spanish across five countries including the U.S.
• Hindi Language Healing Program Localized version of the trauma healing program delivered in Hindi through Good News Centre's church network, enabling facilitators from across India to receive training and lead healing groups in their local contexts.
• Trauma Healing Basics Resources Free standalone downloadable resources (Lament, Recognizing Trauma, Elijah Reading Plan, Healing from Trauma) hosted at traumahealingbasics.org. Provides simple, practical tools that help people learn about trauma and start to heal, accessible without account creation.
• North American Community of Practice Event Annual regional gathering for U.S. and Canada facilitators at American Bible Society headquarters in Philadelphia. In-person registration at $125 per person (includes lunches and snacks for 3 days) and virtual attendance at $49 per person (plenary sessions only).

Quantifiable outcome

• Significant reduction in PTSD symptoms among healing group participants
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, regional and minor.

• American Bible SocietycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAmerican Bible Society is the parent organization of Trauma Healing Institute. THI was created by ABS in 2010 to ensure trauma healing program method, model, and resources remain relevant and accessible. ABS provides operational support, funding infrastructure, and global distribution network through its Bible society partnerships.
• Compassion InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to create Rise Up, a new app-based small group program for youth ages 13+ focusing on emotional well-being and resilience. Developed from THI's Life Hurts, Love Heals program and UNSTUCK curriculum. Currently being piloted in 5 countries including the U.S. in English and Spanish.
• Balasan Center for Counseling and Family Ministry at Bible Society of JordanregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRegional hub for Trauma Healing in Middle East and North Africa. Haya Khoury serves as MENA Regional Coordinator through this partnership. Provides regional coordination, strategic support, and capacity building for Trauma Healing programs across the region.
• United Bible SocietiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGlobal fellowship of approximately 240 Bible societies implementing THI programs worldwide. Bible societies serve as primary distribution channels for trauma healing materials in their respective countries. Includes regional coordination through Bible Society networks.
• SIL InternationalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOriginal curriculum authors and founding partners. Four authors of the Healing the Wounds of Trauma curriculum brought experience in mental health counseling and Biblical studies. SIL International is a member of THI Alliance.
• Bible Society in the GulfregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBible Society partner in Gulf region led by Dr. Hrayr Jebejian as General Secretary. Implements trauma healing programs for displaced people and refugees from Iran, Sudan, Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon.
• Philippine Bible SocietyregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHosted Regional Community of Practice event in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines on December 9-10, 2025 with 96 participants. Facilitates trauma healing program implementation in the Philippines.
• Bible Society of BurundiregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRev. Olivier Nahayo served as Trauma Healing Coordinator, leading and expanding trauma healing initiatives across churches, communities, and institutions in response to emotional and spiritual wounds caused by recurring crises.
• Baylor UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch partnership conducting trauma healing studies in U.S. churches. Baylor University and American Bible Society research collaboration examining trauma healing in congregations.
• Langberg, Monroe & AssociatesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerDr. Philip Monroe leads this practice as active clinician and Advisory Council Chair for THI. Founded Global Trauma Recovery Institute. Contributed to Bible-based trauma healing material development over 10 years.
• 23 Organizations (California Wildfire Relief)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership of organizations distributing 3,700+ Beyond Disaster resources to those impacted by California wildfires in January 2025. Includes Helping Hands Resource Center among others.
• Canadian Bible SocietyregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership hosting North American Community of Practice event with American Bible Society in September 2026. Bringing together facilitators from U.S. and Canada for connection and empowerment.
• Good News Centre (India)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership for Hindi language healing program launch in Delhi through Good News Centre's vast church network. Facilitators from nearly every state in India received training.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Mercy Corps: Global humanitarian organization operating in 40+ countries with significant focus on crisis response and community resilience. Comparable as a large-scale nonprofit deploying trained community workers to address trauma in conflict and disaster-affected populations, with overlapping crisis response and community healing program models.
• World Vision International: Large-scale humanitarian and faith-based child sponsorship NGO operating in ~100 countries. Comparable in faith-rooted mission, disaster response capabilities, child and community trauma support programs, and partnership-based model for distributing aid and resilience resources.
• Focus on the Family: Faith-based nonprofit providing family, marriage, and emotional wellness resources through church and individual channels. Comparable in faith-rooted approach to mental and emotional health, Scripture-integrated resource model, and reliance on donation funding with free resource distribution.

Direct peers

• Biblica: Nonprofit Bible translation ministry and member of United Bible Societies network. Operates in the same faith-based global ministry ecosystem as THI, with comparable models for distributing Scripture-based resources through international partner networks.
• SIL International: Faith-based nonprofit focused on language development and Bible translation worldwide. Founding partner of THI's original curriculum (the four authors of Healing the Wounds of Trauma were SIL members); comparable as faith-based NGO with technical programs operating through local church and community networks globally.
• Compassion International: Faith-based child sponsorship and youth development nonprofit serving children in 25+ countries. Core partner with THI on Rise Up youth app-based program; comparable in faith-based mission, global church network distribution, and ministry-driven model targeting trauma and resilience in vulnerable populations.
• United Bible Societies: Global fellowship of approximately 240 Bible societies serving as THI's primary international distribution channel. Directly comparable as a faith-based global network coordinating Scripture engagement, trauma healing program implementation, and regional program delivery across sub-Saharan Africa, MENA, Latin America, and Asia.

Emerging players

• Crisis Text Line: Nonprofit providing 24/7 crisis intervention via text message, trained by volunteers and operating globally. Comparable as a volunteer-driven, technology-enabled crisis support model—secular counterpart to THI's trauma response work, with overlap in volunteer quality control and scalability challenges.
• Heartline Ministries: Faith-based nonprofit offering counseling, pregnancy support, and trauma-informed care through church networks. Comparable as a smaller faith-rooted organization integrating biblical counseling with mental health practices, though focused on narrower populations (women, pregnancy, Haiti).

Others

• American Bible Society: Parent organization of THI and a 200+ year-old nonprofit focused on Bible translation and distribution. Operates the Restoring Hope ministry under which THI is housed, making it directly comparable in mission and operational infrastructure rather than a competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@TraumaHealing
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/trauma-healing-institute

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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