About NGRI
New Grace Recovery Institute is a nonprofit dedicated to trauma recovery. We teach, educate, research, and advocate for those who have endured trauma. We believe healing happens across spirit, soul, and body when support is rooted in respect and truth. Your past does not define you; it uncovers your true purpose to live. It is a chapter we can help you navigate as you find your way to a life of wholeness and peace.
About Dr. Janora Shaw-Hicks, Director
The Path:
My path was not an easy one. Surviving several traumatic incidents left a scare on my heart that was not easily healed. I knew at eight years old I wanted to help others to heal from their pain. To move forward, we must first look at what happened with clarity and compassion, and acknowledge the heavy burden that trauma has left on our Spirit, soul, and body.
Recovery is rooted in understanding how these deep emotional wounds physically reshape our lives, affecting everything from our brain’s responses to the way our bodies hold tension and fear. By learning the science of how trauma impacts your emotions, you can begin to make sense of the pain you’ve lived through. This knowledge is your foundation for growth, offering a respectful path away from the shadows of domestic violence or systemic abuse to living the life you deserve.
The Journey:
This journey left me depleted and unsure if there was any hope left. But in the middle of my pain, I began to see that healing was possible and that each small step forward was part of my path toward recovery. I knew it was time to make a decision. Taking one step at a time, the pieces began to fit together like a puzzle. Equipping myself as a survivor meant overcoming my present circumstances to help others. I knew it would be challenging, but there were people placed in my life to help me along this road to recovery.
Eventually, I understood the journey was not about me, but about others out there who need to hear my story and give them hope to move forward. My background in criminal justice, trauma, mental health, recovery coaching certifications, and Christian counseling provided a comprehensive foundation for growth. At NGRI, we offer more than just empathy; we provide the strategic education required to rise above life’s most difficult chapters. Here, you are never alone as you learn to walk a path of lasting recovery and hope.
Restoration of Life:
Step into a life where trauma is replaced by wisdom, boundaries, and unwavering support. At NGRI, we believe safety and dignity are your birthright, and we walk beside you as you reconstruct a story of strength. Recovery is not just a dream—it is your reachable reality.
Through my continued studies in Organizational Leadership, we ensure that every person has a clear, empowered roadmap toward a restorative future. Your story is significant, and needed to help someone else. Together, we will transform these insights into a roadmap toward inner peace and lasting wholeness.