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Berdine Trish Japsi

MAODC
Secretary, Board of Directors
Steel Sensation Steel Orchestra Corporation
Country or state 
United States (New York)
Available to 
Global
City 
Bellerose Terrace
Fee 
Ask for pricing
Languages 
English
Volunteer
No
Timezone 
America/Nassau

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Bio

Berdine Trish Japsi, MA.ODC, is an award-winning author, community strategist, and graduate student in Marriage and Family Therapy. As a speaker, she draws on her lived experience, cultural heritage, and academic research to challenge conventional notions of resilience. A survivor of family abuse and a mother guiding her adult children through cycles of healing, Berdine addresses the invisible labor of repair within families and the role communities play in enabling silence, complicity, or judgment.

Berdine’s presentations explore questions such as: What if culture itself—our food, music, and stories—were recognized as a form of medicine? From baking Ruby Parasād cookies in honor of her children’s Indo-Caribbean roots to highlighting the collective strength of a steel pan orchestra, she reframes cultural practice as a living archive of resilience. Her sessions connect these traditions to the realities of abuse, family systems, and the community responses that either perpetuate harm or support transformation.

At the heart of Berdine’s message is the belief that resilience is not just individual—it is relational, cultural, and systemic. By bridging organizational change theory, family therapy practice, and Caribbean creative traditions, she offers a new framework that recognizes the power of both heritage and accountability in shaping healthier futures.

Berdine invites audiences to see that across cultures, resilience is found not only in survival, but in the courage to reclaim culture, confront silence, and build communities that heal rather than harm. Her talks are suitable for diverse audiences—from mental health professionals and educators to community leaders and organizations seeking to foster transformation and hope.

Current position (3)

Secretary, Board of Directors

Steel Sensation Steel Orchestra Corporation

Owner, Author

M Children's Books

Owner, Baker

M Farmstand

Degrees (5)
MS Marriage and Family Therapy
Capella University
2025
PhD Organizational Development and Change (anticipate return in 2026)
Fielding Graduate University
2021 to 2025
MA Organizational Development and Change
Fielding Graduate University
2021 to 2022
BA Cultural Studies conc. Multi-Cultural Literature
SUNY Empire State University
2015 to 2016
AA Psychology
University of Phoenix
2008 to 2010

Presentations

Presentations (1)
Resilience in Transition: Navigating Career Shifts with Purpose and Perseverance

Presented at the Academic Mini Conference at SUNY Empire State College (April 2024), this talk explored how individuals can navigate career pivots with resilience and clarity. Grounded in both research and lived experience, the session highlighted strategies for aligning values with professional choices, building adaptability during times of change, and fostering sustainable career growth. Participants left with practical tools and inspiration for transforming uncertainty into opportunity.

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New Children's Book "Caribbean Adventure: Doubles Delight in Trinidad" Brings the Magic of the Caribbean to Young Readers

Books & Articles (5)

Caribbean Adventure: Doubles Delight in Trinidad
Amy's Caribbean Connections LLC dba M Children's Books ,
2024
Journey Through Jamaica
Amy's Caribbean Connections LLC dba M Children's Books ,
2024
Marguerite's Adventures: Grandma at Work
Amy's Caribbean Connections LLC dba M Children's Books ,
2024
Rhythms of Haiti: A Song of Hope and Joy
Amys' Caribbean Connections LLC dba M Children's Books ,
2024
Caribbean Tales: A Collection from Amy's Storytime & Classics Podcast
Amys' Caribbean Connections LLC dba M Children's Books ,
2024

Expertise (11)

Family & Parenting
Authentic Storytelling lived experience Cultural Wisdom Building Resilience Transformation Family Healing Community Change Inspirational Speaking Personal Growth Diversity & Inclusion
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Why choose me? 

Inspiring transformation with authentic stories, lived experience, and the power of cultural wisdom.

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