We Heal in Community. We Lead with Empathy.
We help leaders heal organizational culture, strengthen team connection, and build workplaces where people can thrive.
We know the signs.
The silence after meetings.
The tension no one names.
The exhaustion that keeps piling up.
We’ve been there — bitter, burned out, and stuck in survival mode.
Through a trauma-informed approach, we help reduce burnout, rebuild trust, and strengthen team collaboration
Ready to learn more?
Trusted by Partners Who Get It
Real Tools for Real Workplace Challenges
Trauma Informed
We start by building trust and psychological safety. Then, we help you uncover and address the root causes of burnout, conflict, and disconnection.
Human-Centered Design
We don’t copy and paste solutions. We listen first, then build programs that match your people, your problems, and your goals.
Wellness Integration
From meditation to body scans, we bring in simple evidence based practices that calm the nervous system and support sustainable change.
What We Offer
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We facilitate immersive trainings, workshops, and retreats that create space for healing, self-awareness, and skill-building for leaders.
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We are your thought partner on addressing the root causes of workplace disconnection and rebuilding trust.
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From pop-up healing activations, or storytelling gatherings, our engagements are rooted in connection and designed to move people into reflection and action.
Meet Atalie Oliva
Atalie is the founder of The Bitter Woman Network, a where healing leadership come together. As the eldest daughter of immigrants raised in South Gate, California, she was shaped by both trauma and resilience. Navigating complex systems while on her journey to heal intergenerational trauma, she carried that lived experience into every part of her life (hence the name The Bitter Woman).
When we heal, our community heals with us.
When we heal, our community heals with us.
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"I would say that if you want to really make an impact. No, seriously, really care about your community and want someone that understands and takes great care in each step of the process to develop a workshop or event with you, contact The Bitter Woman. I look forward to future collaborations!"
Rocio Flores, Founder
Brillantes Emprendedoras Latinas de Los Angeles (B.E.L.L.A) -
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"The trauma informed approach and the format of how the Bitter Woman works helps to recognize and dismantle toxic approaches we may be accustomed to."
Clarissa Cota, Founder/Co-Owner
My Comunidad Foundation
Beyond Bitter Podcast
A space where healing and leadership meet for First-Gen Women of Color. Each episode offers wisdom and tools to help First-Gen Women of Color heal (and the cultures they lead).
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