Cindy Benezra

Cindy Benezra is an author, speaker, philanthropist, and advocate dedicated to changing the conversation around trauma, healing, and resilience. In her memoir, Under the Orange Blossoms, she shares her personal story of surviving childhood abuse, confronting the past, and finding a path toward hope and recovery. Through her work, Cindy encourages others to break silence, seek support, and believe that healing is possible. She is also the founder of CindyTalks, a platform focused on destigmatizing mental health and therapy. Based in Seattle, Cindy enjoys entertaining, discovering new recipes, and gardening.