I’m Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte,

Therapist, Author, and Mental Health Advocate

Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte is a licensed therapist, educator, and author of Rising Beyond Barriers. With 20+ years in behavioral health, she empowers emerging counselors through trauma-informed training and leadership. Tamarra is passionate about mental wellness, diversity, and helping others rise beyond obstacles in healthcare and community settings.

Rising Beyond Barriers: An Immigrant Woman’s Journey to Healing and Leadership

Discover the inspiring story of Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte—a Haitian-American therapist and entrepreneur—who turned adversity into purpose. This is your roadmap to resilience, healing, and success in healthcare and beyond.

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Discover the Power of Resilience, Strategy, and Purpose

Explore what makes Rising Beyond Barriers more than just a book. From Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte’s inspiring journey to the actionable insights and the readers it’s meant to empower—this section highlights why this transformative guide belongs in your hands.

Why This Book?

  • Discover Tamarra’s inspiring journey from adversity to success
  • Learn how to own your narrative and turn struggles into strength
  • Gain practical strategies to thrive in healthcare and entrepreneurship
  • Find healing, empowerment, and the courage to lead with impact

What You’ll Get

  • A compelling story of transformation
  • Actionable insights for personal and professional growth
  • A guide to thriving as an immigrant woman in healthcare and business

This Book is for You if:

  • You’re an immigrant navigating new opportunities
  • You want to build a career or business while overcoming obstacles
  • You seek resilience, leadership, and empowerment at every step

Rising Beyond Barriers: A Journey of Resilience and Impact

Welcome to the official page for Rising Beyond Barriers by Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte. This powerful book highlights Tamarra’s journey as a Haitian-American therapist and entrepreneur who has made a lasting impact in the healthcare field. Through resilience, innovation, and community-driven leadership, she has turned obstacles into opportunities—promoting a more inclusive and compassionate system. Discover her inspiring story and the strategies behind her success. Get your copy today and be empowered to rise beyond barriers.

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Rising Beyond Barriers: A Journey of Resilience and Impact

Welcome to the official page for Rising Beyond Barriers by Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte. This powerful book highlights Tamarra’s journey as a Haitian-American therapist and entrepreneur who has made a lasting impact in the healthcare field. Through resilience, innovation, and community-driven leadership, she has turned obstacles into opportunities—promoting a more inclusive and compassionate system. Discover her inspiring story and the strategies behind her success. Get your copy today and be empowered to rise beyond barriers.

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Rising Beyond Barriers (English Version)

Empowering Immigrant Women in Healthcare & Entrepreneurship

Step into the inspiring world of Rising Beyond Barriers, a powerful book by Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte that shines a light on the voices of immigrant women who have transformed adversity into achievement within the healthcare industry. This compelling narrative blends personal stories, cultural resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit to showcase how these trailblazers are redefining leadership, access, and success.

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Rising Beyond Barriers (English Version)

Empowering Immigrant Women in Healthcare & Entrepreneurship

Step into the inspiring world of Rising Beyond Barriers, a powerful book by Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte that shines a light on the voices of immigrant women who have transformed adversity into achievement within the healthcare industry. This compelling narrative blends personal stories, cultural resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit to showcase how these trailblazers are redefining leadership, access, and success.

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Más allá de las barreras

El Camino de Una Mujer Inmigrante Hacia la Sanación y el Liderazgo

Más allá de las barreras es una obra inspiradora escrita por Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte, una terapeuta haitiano-estadounidense que narra su viaje desde Haití hasta convertirse en una líder en el campo de la salud mental en Estados Unidos. El libro aborda temas de resiliencia, sanación y liderazgo, especialmente enfocados en las mujeres inmigrantes.
Tamarra comparte su historia personal, desde los desafíos que enfrentó al emigrar, hasta su lucha por obtener educación y establecer su propia clínica de consejería. A lo largo del libro, ofrece estrategias prácticas para superar barreras, construir una carrera exitosa y liderar con autenticidad. También incluye consejos sobre cómo manejar el estrés, la carga emocional y el agotamiento, destacando la importancia del autocuidado y la salud mental.

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S'ÉLEVER AU-DELÀ DES BARRIÈRES(French Version)

Le Parcours d’une Femme Immigrée vers la Guérison et le Leadership

Dans un monde où les défis semblent insurmontables, Rising Beyond Barriers: An Immigrant Woman's Journey to Healing and Leadership est un témoignage inspirant de résilience et de détermination. Ce livre raconte l'histoire émouvante d'une femme immigrée qui, malgré les obstacles culturels, sociaux et personnels, a trouvé la force de se reconstruire et de devenir une leader influente.

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S'ÉLEVER AU-DELÀ DES BARRIÈRES(French Version)

Le Parcours d’une Femme Immigrée vers la Guérison et le Leadership

Dans un monde où les défis semblent insurmontables, Rising Beyond Barriers: An Immigrant Woman's Journey to Healing and Leadership est un témoignage inspirant de résilience et de détermination. Ce livre raconte l'histoire émouvante d'une femme immigrée qui, malgré les obstacles culturels, sociaux et personnels, a trouvé la force de se reconstruire et de devenir une leader influente.

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Empowerment Workbook: Healing from Toxic Relationship Patterns

This therapeutic workbook is designed for women seeking to break free from toxic relationship cycles and reclaim their emotional power. Rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), it offers structured guidance, daily practices, and reflective prompts to help you:

  • Understand the emotional roots of toxic patterns

  • Practice mindfulness and emotional regulation

  • Strengthen boundaries and self-leadership

  • Build deeper self-connection and resilience

The Empowerment Workbook is more than a resource—it's a step-by-step journey toward clarity, healing, and lasting transformation. Use it alongside your course or as a personal guide to create meaningful, sustainable change.

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Embracing Change Together Workbook

A Guided Journey for Couples Navigating Midlife Transitions.

This supportive and insightful workbook is designed for couples in their fifties who want to strengthen their connection while navigating the emotional and physical changes of midlife. Whether you're facing shifts in roles, menopause, aging, or quiet emotional distance, this resource offers practical guidance, communication tools, and reflective exercises to help you grow together.

Inside, you’ll find:

  • Brief chapters on common midlife changes

  • Guided journal prompts and partner reflections

  • Mindfulness practices to reduce tension

  • Communication strategies to deepen understanding and intimacy

Use this workbook as a companion to the TJAC Healing Rise eLearning course or on its own to begin meaningful conversations, rediscover connection, and embrace this stage of life—together.

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Bridging Families Companion Workbook

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Reunification and Family Healing

This workbook is a practical and emotional resource for parents working through the reunification process after Department of Children and Families (DCF) involvement. With gentle guidance, legal insight, and therapeutic support, this companion workbook helps you understand your rights, build trust with providers, prepare for key meetings, and create lasting change at home.

Whether you’re attending court, rebuilding routines, or simply taking one brave step at a time—this workbook was made to support you and your child on the journey back to each other.

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DBT Workbook for LGBTQIA+ Youths

Enhancing Identity Affirmation and Self-Leadership

This empowering, interactive workbook blends Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to support LGBTQIA+ teens and young adults on their journey of identity, healing, and emotional growth. With a strong focus on self-leadership, compassion, and resilience, it offers reflective exercises, creative prompts, and practical tools for navigating emotions, relationships, and personal development. Whether you’re out, questioning, transitioning, or healing—this workbook is a companion designed just for you.

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Empowering Neurodivergent Women: A Practical Workbook for Emotional and Interpersonal Development

Empowering Neurodivergent Women is a trauma-informed, strengths-based guide designed for women navigating ADHD, Autism Spectrum traits, sensory sensitivities, and other neurodivergent experiences.

Created by licensed therapist Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte, this workbook combines DBT, IFS, creative expression, and gentle self-inquiry to help you regulate emotions, build connection, and understand your inner world — at your own pace and on your own terms.

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The Brave Little Deer Siblings: Learning to Heal

A magical story of healing, courage, and emotional growth — for kids ages 7–11 navigating big feelings and big changes.

The Brave Little Deer Siblings: Learning to Heal

Meet Daisy and Denny — two young deer siblings separated by life’s unexpected storm. Through their magical journey in the Windy Woodlands, children learn how to name their feelings, practice calming strategies, and grow through emotional challenges with kindness, courage, and imagination.

Inspired by Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and mindful practices, this book helps children explore emotional regulation, self-leadership, and connection — all wrapped in a comforting forest tale.

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Pre-Order Now: The Soul Doesn’t Carry Papers

Immigration, Trauma, and the Sacred Fight to Belong in America

Reserve your copy of Tamarra Aristilde-Calixte’s powerful upcoming book that gives voice to the lived experience of immigrants navigating identity, belonging, and healing in America. The Soul Doesn’t Carry Papers is both a memoir and a call to action—exploring the emotional and spiritual journey of those uprooted by displacement, shaped by trauma, and determined to reclaim their worth.

This workbook includes:

  • Reflective exercises to process generational trauma

  • Audio companion version included

  • Guided questions for journaling and personal growth

  • Community-focused healing strategies

Pre-order today for only $37 and receive exclusive access to bonus audio materials once released.
Official release coming soon — secure your copy now while early pricing lasts.

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