Heather Joy

Heather Joy is a registered respiratory therapist, trauma survivor, and advocate for change. With a career spanning critical care, pulmonary rehabilitation, and leadership in healthcare, Heather’s expertise extends beyond the hospital walls. She is the founder and director of Stand Tall, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting survivors of sexual assault. Heather’s journey

is one of profound resilience, having survived sexual assault and navigated the complexities of a trauma-induced relationship. These experiences have shaped her mission to empower others to reclaim their voices and their lives.

A dynamic public speaker and storyteller, Heather has a gift for translating complex trauma into accessible, relatable narratives. Her social media presence, with over 120,000 followers, reflects her ability to connect authentically, balancing humor with hard-hitting truths.

Heather’s debut memoir, The Weight of Air, is a powerful story of resilience, survival, and self-forgiveness. Through unflinching honesty, she shares her journey of navigating personal and professional trauma during the COVID-19 pandemic, offering readers a deeply human perspective on what it takes to heal, reclaim your voice, and move forward.