Darlene Williams Consulting, LLC
In Collaboration with
Restoring Bountiful Joy, LLC
"Pen of Healing: Where Stories Become Pathways to Freedom"
By: Dr. Darlene "Dr. Dee" Williams
"The pen has power to heal what words cannot speak aloud.
Step into your healing journey with Dr. Darlene "Dr. Dee" Williams—Author, Coach, and guide through grief, faith, and freedom."
“I help executives, individuals, and coaches transform pain into purpose, purpose into confident impact, and passion into life-changing inspiration—because I’ve lived healing, not just taught it."
… Dr. Dee
Welcome to the Pen of Healing
Grief doesn’t come with instructions, and healing rarely follows a straight line.
That’s why I write—not just to share my story, but to give you a roadmap through yours.
My books are more than pages; they are lifelines. They are for the one who has cried in silence, the one who has questioned God in the midnight hour, and the one who longs to feel whole again.
Building Connection
Every word I write flows from lived experience: the tears, the prayers, the questions, and the breakthroughs.
I don’t just tell you what to do—I walk with you through it.
When you join the Pen of Healing journey, you’re not just reading a book.
You’re stepping into a movement where grief is met with grace,
pain is met with purpose, and broken pieces are transformed into bold living.
Dr. Dee's Best Selling Books
Joy in the Journey™ – A Trauma-Informed Book Series & Curriculum for Students K–College
Did you know that 1 in 13 children in the U.S. (nearly 5.6 million) will lose a parent or sibling by age 18—and that more than half of students report struggling to concentrate in school after a significant loss?
Why It Matters
Our students are silently grieving. They’re walking into classrooms carrying not just books, but the heavy weight of grief, trauma, anxiety, identity loss, and emotional overwhelm.
That’s why Dr. Dee and Restoring Bountiful Joy, LLC created
Joy in the Journey™
A Trauma-Informed Book Series & Curriculum for Students Kindergarten–College.
When we equip students with tools for healing and identity, we don’t just teach them for today—
we prepare them for a lifetime of resilience, leadership, and purpose.
This first-of-its-kind, literature-based curriculum is designed to give students the tools they
need to process pain, rediscover identity, and reclaim purpose. It’s more than reading—it’s healing-centered education that restores emotional safety, builds resilience, and helps students rise as confident leaders.
Maya & Cory – The Map of Me
(Grades K–4)
Children in early grades often feel big emotions but don’t always have the words to express them. Grief, change, and identity loss can leave them silent and unseen.
The Map of Me helps young readers name their feelings, discover who they are, and build resilience through gentle storytelling and relatable characters.
Give your K–4 students a safe space to explore identity and emotions while learning healthy ways to process loss and rediscover joy.
Jada & Brandon – Unlocking Me
(Grades 5–8)
Middle school students are navigating identity, belonging, and peer pressures—all while carrying silent grief and transitions that impact their confidence.
Unlocking Me provides relatable stories and journaling prompts that help students process change, release hidden burdens, and unlock their voice.
Empower your 5–8 graders with tools to face grief, build resilience, and step into their next chapter with strength and self-awareness.
Leah & Elijah – Becoming Me
(Grades 9–12)
High schoolers often juggle academic pressures, personal loss, and questions of identity, leaving many overwhelmed or disconnected.
Becoming Me guides teens through honest conversations about grief, resilience, leadership, and purpose, giving them tools to turn struggle into strength.
Equip your 9–12 graders to embrace healing and lead with clarity, courage, and confidence—preparing them for life beyond the classroom.
Rooted & Rising – College Edition (Ages 18–24)
Young adults in college face transitions, independence, and hidden grief while navigating their purpose and future.
Rooted & Rising speaks directly to this age group, blending reflective storytelling with faith, resilience, and identity formation for young adults finding their way.
Provide your students or young leaders with a framework to stay grounded, rise with purpose, and carry resilience into every area of life.
What Grief Looks Like in Students (K–College)
In a kindergarten classroom, grief may show up as a child clinging tightly to their teacher’s hand, or suddenly forgetting how to tie their shoes—skills they had mastered weeks ago. They may not have the words to explain their loss, so they express it through play, drawing, or even tantrums.
By middle school, grief can look like anger or rebellion. The child who once loved school suddenly doesn’t want to do homework. They may snap at friends, isolate themselves, or mask their pain with jokes. Their grades slip, and teachers may label them “lazy” or “unmotivated,” when in truth, they’re carrying a heavy burden they don’t yet know how to name.
High school students often learn to wear masks. To fit in with peers, they may bury their grief beneath perfectionism, sports, or overachievement. Others may withdraw, retreating behind closed doors, battling thoughts of hopelessness or shame. Parents and teachers may see only mood swings or missed assignments, not realizing it’s grief speaking louder than words.
And in college, grief can be especially silent. Young adults may be away from home for the first time, trying to manage independence while privately struggling with the pain of loss. Some throw themselves into work, parties, or unhealthy habits. Others fall behind in class, lose motivation, or wrestle with anxiety about the future. They may not reach out—because they don’t want to burden anyone, or they believe no one will understand.
The truth is this: grief in students doesn’t always look like sadness. It can look like anger.
It can look like silence. It can even look like success. But beneath the surface,
they’re searching for hope, for stability, and for a safe space to heal.
That’s why Joy in the Journey™ was created—to help children and young adults process their pain in ways that honor their story and strengthen their future. Through relatable characters, practical tools, and
trauma-informed strategies, these books open the door for conversations about grief and healing
at every stage of development—from the curious kindergartener to the resilient college student.
Because no child should have to carry grief alone.
What is Grief?
Grief is not just about death—it shows up in divorce, trauma, broken relationships, job loss, health challenges, and shattered dreams. It’s the silent weight people carry when life no longer looks the way they imagined.
FPS: Freedom Positioning System – Spiritual Navigation to Freedom for Your Spirit, Soul & Body
is more than a book—it’s a roadmap to total liberation.
In this groundbreaking work, Dr. Darlene “Dr. Dee” Williams introduces her Signature Freedom Positioning System (FPS),
a faith-centered framework designed to help you
break-free from the chains of grief, trauma,
self-doubt, and spiritual stagnation.
Drawing from Scripture, lived experience, and over 30 years of coaching and leadership, Dr. Dee guides you through
a 10-pillar journey that addresses the whole person—spirit, soul, and body.
This isn’t theory—it’s transformation. With practical tools, reflective exercises, and biblical truths, you’ll discover how to:
Release limiting beliefs and cycles that keep you bound
Renew your mind with faith-driven clarity and boldness
Rebuild your life with purpose, authenticity, and joy
Walk in spiritual freedom that impacts every area of your life
Whether you are navigating grief, reclaiming your identity, or seeking deeper alignment with God’s plan,
the FPS framework will position you to rise above obstacles and live in lasting freedom.
✨ It’s time to be free—let’s go!
Father, Mother, Sister: My Grief – BUT GOD: Moving Forward Without Pieces Of My Heart
is an Amazon Best Seller that takes readers on a deeply personal and faith-filled journey through the raw reality of loss.
In these pages, Dr. Darlene “Dr. Dee” Williams shares her lived experience of losing her parents and sister, revealing not only the depths of grief but also the sustaining power of God’s presence. With honesty and courage, she shows how faith can anchor us in the darkest seasons, proving that even when pieces of our hearts are shattered, God’s grace carries us forward.
The companion workbook, Moving Forward Without Pieces of My Heart: A Healing Journey After Grief and Loss, offers a hands-on guide to apply what the book inspires. Through reflective exercises, journaling prompts, and trauma-informed faith practices, readers are guided step by step through their own healing process.
This practical resource helps individuals name their pain, process their emotions, and take intentional steps toward restoration and renewed purpose.
Together, the book and workbook form a powerful duo—one that speaks to the heart and equips the spirit. Whether you are grieving the loss of a loved one, supporting someone in their sorrow, or seeking to understand the role of faith in healing, this collection will remind you that grief may shape your story, but it does not define your destiny.
✨ A story of loss, a roadmap for healing, and a testimony of faith: Because even in grief, God makes a way.
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Joy in the Journey™ – A Trauma-Informed
Book Series & Curriculum for Students K–College
When we think of grief, we often imagine tears, sadness, or quiet mourning.
But in students, grief rarely looks the way we expect.
Leah - Becoming Me: Identity, Impact, and Inner Strength
Elijah - Becoming Me: Identity, Impact, and Inner Strength
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Rooted & Rising College Edition: A Guided Journal for Identity, Growth, & Purpose
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FPS: Freedom Positioning System: Spiritual Navigation to Freedom for Your Spirit, Soul & Body. It's Time to be Free - Let's Go
Paperback - Father, Mother, Sister: MY Grief – BUT GOD! Moving Forward Without Pieces of My Heart: A Healing Journey After Grief and Loss
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Hardcover - Father, Mother, Sister: MY Grief – BUT GOD! Moving Forward Without Pieces of My Heart: A Healing Journey After Grief and Loss
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Workbook of Father, Mother, Sister: MY Grief – BUT GOD! Moving Forward Without Pieces of My Heart: A Healing Journey After Grief and Loss
Transform Education: Heal and Empower with Every Page Turned.
The Joy in the Journey™ series is more than books—it’s a healing-centered curriculum that builds identity, resilience, and leadership across every age group.
Unlock the power of healing through reading with Joy in the Journey™ - inspiring, trauma-informed literature for students from Kindergarten to College.
Equip your students not just for today, but for a lifetime of resilience, leadership, and purpose.
👉Next Step for Schools & Programs: Schedule a Call to Bring Joy in the Journey™ to Your Students.
Joy in the Journey™ Inner Circle Facebook Community
Joy in the Journey Inner Circle Facebook Community:
A healing-centered online community designed to uplift, empower, and restore through shared truth, support, and spiritual growth
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Explore Our Healing Educational Services
Discover our tailored services designed to educate, heal, and empower, from specialized literature for diverse educational levels to supportive workshops and resources for educators and parents.
Included in the Program
Culturally responsive SEL literature integration
Standards-aligned, trauma-informed lesson plans
Journaling prompts & reflection guides
Healing circles for students, staff & caregivers
Professional development for educators on trauma-informed youth engagement
Explore Our Healing Educational Tools and Services
Explore Our Suite of Healing Educational Tools and Supportive Workshops
Trauma-Sensitive Educational Resources
Offering a tailored collection of books that addresses sensitive topics with empathy, enhancing emotional understanding for students from kindergarten through college.
Educator Development Workshops
Customized educator workshops focused on integrating trauma-informed strategies into teaching, enhancing educational impact while fostering a supportive classroom environment.
Parental Guidance Support
Guidance for parents and guardians to apply trauma-informed strategies, enhancing their children's learning and emotional development at home.
Online Trauma-Informed Courses
Online Learning Modules: Engage with our digital courses to explore trauma-informed concepts through interactive content tailored for both students and educators.
Testimonials
Jasmine Richards
Really impressed with the resource books. They really get what kids need. The parent sessions are gold – very enlightening and useful guides for tough topics.
Monica Chandler
Explored various programs, but Joy in the Journey's parent sessions and workshops genuinely stand out. Real support, practical advice. Highly recommend their approach.
Thomas Krazinski
The online modules are decent. Easy to navigate and informative, especially for someone just dipping their toes into trauma-informed practices.
FAQs
Answers to Your Most Pressing Questions About Trauma-Informed Education
What defines trauma-informed literature in your series
Trauma-informed literature is crafted to encourage healing by acknowledging trauma sensitively, promoting resilience and understanding without triggering distress.
Can these books be used in standard curriculum settings?
Absolutely. Our books are designed to complement existing curricula across various subjects by incorporating trauma-informed perspectives that reinforce learning while considering students emotional and mental health needs.
Can these books be used in standard curriculum settings?
Absolutely. Our books are designed to complement existing curricula across various subjects by incorporating trauma-informed perspectives that reinforce learning while considering students emotional and mental health needs.
Can these books be used in standard curriculum settings?
Absolutely. Our books are designed to complement existing curricula across various subjects by incorporating trauma-informed perspectives that reinforce learning while considering students emotional and mental health needs.
What age groups do the Joy in the Journey books cater to
Our book series caters to educational levels from kindergarten through college, each tailored to be age-appropriate.
How can parents and guardians get involved?
Parents and guardians are encouraged to use our guidance sessions and parent-specific resources to reinforce the principles taught in our books at home.
