Transform Your Trauma Into Story Application Form

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Application Form Specification June 2026 Cohort

Thank you for your interest in Transform Your Trauma Into Story, a 6-month guided memoir-writing program. This application helps us understand your story, your readiness, and whether this program is the right fit for you. There are no wrong answers—we’re simply getting to know you. After you submit, we’ll review your application and reach out within 5 business days to schedule a brief conversation (15-20 minutes) to answer your questions and confirm fit. The June 2026 cohort is limited to 12 writers. Estimated completion time: 10-15 minutes

Full Name(Required)

Email(Required)

Phone(Required)

Where are you located?(Required)

What is your time zone?(Required)

If “Other,” please specify your time zone

Let’s talk about the story you want to tell.

In 2-3 sentences, what is the memoir you want to write about?(Required)

Why do you want to write this story now?(Required)

Who do you imagine reading your memoir?(Required)

Have you started writing this memoir?(Required)

No, I haven’t started yet

I’ve done some journaling or notes

I’ve written some scenes or chapters

I have a partial draft (under 30,000 words)

I have a substantial draft (30,000+ words) that needs reworking

What feels hardest about writing this story?(Required)

Knowing where to start

Structuring years of experience into a coherent narrative

Writing about the most painful parts

Fear of being triggered or retraumatized

Worrying about how others will react

Finding the time and staying consistent

Believing my story is worth telling

Other

If you selected “Other,” please describe

This program is designed for people who have already done significant work around their trauma. These questions help us understand where you are in your journey

How would you describe the therapeutic work you’ve done around the trauma you want to write about?(Required)

I’ve done years of therapy and feel I have significant understanding and distance

I’ve done some therapy and feel mostly stable, though I’m still processing

I’m currently in therapy and actively working on this material

I haven’t done formal therapy but have done significant personal/spiritual work

I haven’t done much processing yet—writing this is part of how I want to heal

Do you currently have a therapist or counselor?(Required)

Yes, I’m currently working with a therapist

Not currently, but I have one I can return to if needed

No, but I’m open to finding one

No, and I’m not interested in therapy

How would you rate your current mental health stability?(Required)

Please enter a number from 1 to 5.

1 = I’m struggling significantly right now 3 = I have hard days but am generally stable 5 = I feel grounded and resourced

Do you have support systems in place outside of this program?(Required)

Therapist or counselor

Support group

Close friends or family I can talk to

Partner or spouse

Spiritual community or practice

Other

I don’t have strong support systems currently

Is there anything about your current life circumstances that might affect your ability to participate fully?

Let’s make sure the practical pieces work for you.

The program runs June through November 2026 and includes weekly (months 1 & 2), bi-weekly (months 3-6), live sessions (90 minutes), plus 3-5 hours of independent writing weekly. Can you commit to this schedule?(Required)

Yes, I can commit to this

I believe so, though I may need some flexibility

I’m not sure—I’d like to discuss this

Are there any dates between June and November 2026 when you know you’ll be unavailable for extended periods?

The program investment ranges from $9,000 (pay in full) to $11,100 (12-month payment plan). Which payment option are you considering?(Required)

Pay in full: $9,000

2 payments: $5,000 × 2 ($10,000 total)

6 monthly payments: $1,750/month ($10,500 total)

12 monthly payments: $925/month ($11,100 total)

I’d like to discuss payment options

How did you hear about this program?(Required)

Alee Anderson Editorial website or newsletter

Instagram

Facebook

Podcast

Friend or colleague referral

Google search

Other

If “Other” or “Referral,” please tell us more

Almost done. A few last questions.

What does completing this memoir mean to you?(Required)

Is there anything else you’d like us to know about you or your story?

Do you have any questions for us?

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