Sharlene Gumbs is the Founder and Principal of True Ally, a trauma-informed consulting and therapy practice based in Canada. She brings a background in social work, clinical practice, and organizational leadership to support individuals, teams, and organizations navigating change, complexity, and high-demand environments.

Sharlene’s work sits at the intersection of people and systems. She partners with organizations to strengthen leadership capacity, enhance psychological safety, and integrate trauma-informed approaches in ways that are practical, ethical, and sustainable. Her approach is grounded in real-world experience and emphasizes collaboration, context-awareness, and long-term impact over quick fixes.

In addition to her consulting and training work, Sharlene provides individual therapy rooted in trauma-informed, relational practice. Across all areas of her work, she is guided by a commitment to care, integrity, and creating conditions where people and organizations can do their best work.