Behind every meaningful treatment experience is a team of people deeply committed to helping others heal, grow, and rediscover their sense of possibility. At Wings Recovery, our clinicians, mentors, and staff bring both professional expertise and personal passion to the work they do every day.
In our Meet Our Team series, we highlight the individuals who make our program so special. Through these conversations, you will learn more about their roles at Wings, what inspires their work in the mental health and recovery field, and the experiences that shape their approach to supporting clients and families.
In this edition, we are excited to introduce Gulalai Suliman, MA, LMFT, Trauma Supervisor, who shares insights into her role, her perspective on the recovery journey, and what continues to motivate her in this field.
Q: Tell us about your role! What do you do at Wings Recovery and what do you love most about your job? What specialties or therapeutic approaches do you bring to your work?
A: I am a trauma, therapist and trauma supervisor at Wings Recovery. I work closely with clients who have complex trauma histories and co-occurring challenges. Supporting them as they build safety, regulation, and long-term recovery. What I love most about my job is witnessing real change overtime. Seeing clients gain inside, resilience, and confidence as they reconnect with themselves in their lives. I am especially drawn to complex and challenging cases, as I believe, meaningful healing often happens when we are willing to thoughtfully engage with deeper layers of trauma.
My clinical approach is trauma informed, and integrative, incorporating EMDR, DBT informed skills and strong focus on nervous system regulation, boundaries, and attachment based work.
Q: What is your “why?” What motivated or inspired you to be in this field?
A: I was drawn to this field, because I believe people are capable of profound healing when they feel truly seen, supported and safe. Trauma can deeply impact how individuals experience themselves in the world, and I feel honored to walk alongside clients as they begin to reclaim their sense of agency and self-worth. My ‘’why’’ is rooted in helping people move from survival mode into a life that feels more grounded, connected and meaningful
Q: In your opinion, what does Wings Recovery do better than others in this field? What makes them unique?
A: Wings recovery stands out for its genuine commitment to individualized, Trauma informed care. The team prioritizes collaboration, clinical integrity and compassion. both for clients and for one another. There is a strong emphasis on meeting clients where they are, rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach, which creates an environment where deeper and more sustainable healing can occur
Q: What makes you excited to be a part of the Wings Recovery Team?
A: I am excited to be a part of this team since 2018 because of the clinical work, collaboration, and continued growth. Wings Recovery fosters an environment where clinicians are supported in doing meaningful, high-quality work, especially with complex cases. Being surrounded by colleagues who care deeply about their clients and their craft makes their work both challenging and rewarding
Q: What is your hope for the future of Wings Recovery?
A: My hope is that Wings Recovery continues to grow while maintaining its strong foundation of trauma informed, client centered care. I would love to see the program expand its impact, continue supporting complex cases and remain a place where both clients and clinician feel empowered, supported and valued.
Q: What do you wish more people knew about your profession?
A: I wish more people understood that trauma therapy is not about ‘’fixing’’ someone. It’s about creating safety, building, trust, and helping individual reconnect with their own strengths. Healing is not linear, and progress often looks like small, meaningful shifts overtime. This work requires patience, compassion, and a deep respect for each client unique process.
Q: Is there a personal philosophy or guiding principle that shapes the way you approach care?
A: I approach care with the belief that safety and connection or the foundation of healing. I strive to meet clients with curiosity, compassion, and honesty while also encouraging accountability and growth. My goal is to help clients feel empowered, not dependent so they can move forward with greater self-awareness and resilience.
Q: Do you have any professional publications, honors, awards or other highlights that we can feature? If so, please share details and any relevant links below.
A: I am an EMDR certified therapist with a focus on complex trauma in clinical supervision.