Meet Dr. Dominique L. Russell

Dr. Dominique L. Russell is a licensed psychotherapist, veteran, and visionary leader dedicated to bridging trauma recovery, leadership development, and system reform. She holds a PhD in Human and Social Services (Conflict Management & Negotiation), an MSW, and the CSAYC credential (Credentialed Sexually Abusive Youth Clinician).

Currently pursuing her Master of Public Affairs (MPA)  at Kelley School of Business at Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis . Dr. Russell continues to expand her influence in policy reform, government innovation, and public-sector leadership. Her mission is to merge trauma-informed care with sustainable policy solutions that protect families and strengthen institutions.

As Founder and CEO of Blueprint Institue, Dr. Russell developed two proprietary frameworks The LEGACY Method™ and the Preventative & Interactive Genogram Model™ (PIGM) that have become cornerstones in trauma-informed leadership training and generational wellness education.

A U.S. Army veteran and lifelong advocate for emotional intelligence in leadership, Dr. Russell blends faith, strategy, and science to help organizations and communities move from crisis to clarity.

Recognitions & Recent Engagements

• Featured in National Association of Social Workers (NASW) – Social Work Advocates Magazine (2025)

• Profiled in Who’s Who in Visionary Leadership (2025)

• Cover story: LifeSciences Magazine – Visionary Leader in Health Care Innovation

• Invited Presenter,  2025 TCOM Conference (Chicago) The Preventative & Interactive Genogram Model™: Integrating Trauma, Culture, and Narrative for Systems Change

• Board Member,  Mental Health America of Northeast Indiana (MHANI)

• Appointed to multiple civic and policy advisory boards in Indiana

• Founder of At The Mediation Table™

Signature Speaking & Training Topics

Each keynote and workshop is customized for your organization’s goals, audience, and culture.

• Breaking the Cycle: 3 Truths Every Family Needs To Know

• From Test to Testimony: Transforming Pain into Purpose

• Healing-Centered Leadership in the Workplace

• Faith, Family and Function: Restoring Balance in Modern Homes

• Restorative Systems: Building Culturally-Responsive Institutions That Heal

Why Audiences Invite Dr. Russell

Dr. Russell doesn’t just speak she activates. Her sessions leave audiences with new language, structure, and strategies to transform how they lead, parent, and serve. She’s known for translating complex trauma science into relatable, faith-aware, and culturally grounded solutions that sustain real change.