Sarah Reece, SLP
"Robyn’s information was explained so clearly and was relevant to every single one of my students. It felt like finding the missing puzzle piece ..." Read More
Danielle Tabler, SLP
"Her reminder that everyone has faced significant stressors in some form was eye-opening and universally relevant."
Kendall Tucker, SLP Graduate Student
“Robyn’s presentation was incredibly engaging, breaking down complex concepts while maintaining the broader narrative." ​Read More
Disruptive actions often have deeper roots.
)%20(1)_edite.png)
Tough situations are often influenced by increased stress or previous traumatic experiences. Understanding how these factors affect cognition, communication, and daily functioning is the first step toward meaningful change.
​​​
Download your FREE 14-page booklet to get the tools you need to
start reducing burnout today.
Maureen Filippini, SLP
"Robyn provides helpful insight into how trauma can impact cognition, communication and executive functioning within the classroom and, more importantly, how as educators we can embrace our students with person-centered care." Read More
Are you ready for practical, proven strategies?
​Discover actionable tools to make a difference in your daily interactions with students, clients or loved ones. This resource offers steps you can take right now to reduce overwhelm and create lasting change.
​
Download your FREE e-book and start transforming your approach today!
About Robyn
Welcome to Our Community!
As a trauma-informed speech-language pathologist and the creator of Trauma-Guided Communication, I am passionate about empowering educators, professionals, and families to thrive while supporting individuals impacted by trauma.
​
Discover My Expertise:
​
-
Extensive Experience: Two decades navigating the cognitive impacts of trauma.
​
-
Advanced Education: A Master’s degree in Communication Disorders and advanced graduate work in psychology.
​
-
Public Speaking and Workshops: Engaging and actionable presentations, including professional conventions like Illinois Speech-Language Hearing Association (ISHA).
​
-
Personal Connection: Real-world insights shaped by my partner’s journey through PTSD and DID.
​
What You'll Find Here:​
​
-
Insightful Blog Posts.
​
-
Engaging Podcasts.
​
-
Practical Resources.
​
-
In-Depth Courses and Webinars.
​
Take the Next Step
​
-
Explore actionable tips on the blog.
​
-
Learn more about Robyn's story and mission.​
Coming Soon
Beyond Burnout Podcast
Whether you're a teacher, clinician, family member, or survivor, Beyond Burnout: Building Resilient Relationships is for you.
This new podcast will explore how trauma affects communication, learning, and behavior, while offering practical tips to reduce burnout and build resilience.
​
What You’ll Discover:
-
The impact of trauma on behavior and learning
-
Effective strategies to support individuals without burning out
-
Expert advice on navigating trauma-informed care
-
Inspiring stories of resilience and self-care
Excited to learn more?
Be the first to hear when the podcast drops!
​
Altered Realities:
Love, Trauma, and a Broken System
“I didn’t realize how bad it was because we were living it…”
​
In this raw and groundbreaking memoir, Altered Realities: Love, Trauma, and a Broken System, Robyn Maciejewski exposes the devastating psychological impact of childhood trauma on her partner, Brian—and their relationship.​
As a speech-language pathologist specializing in trauma’s effects on cognition, Robyn offers a unique perspective on navigating the unknown. Her vivid account begins when Brian’s cryptic behavioral shifts lead to a shocking psychiatric diagnosis of Dissociative Identity Disorder. With unflinching honesty, she shares harrowing details of amnesia, rage, and even homicidal thoughts, culminating in a desperate fight for trauma-informed psychiatric care .​.. Read More​