
Kamila Karshieva
Team Lead

Leslie R. Robinson is a visionary therapist and award-winning social entrepreneur with more than three decades of experience working with underserved and marginalized populations. As Founder & CEO of Trance4mation Games, she has developed therapeutic, game-based tools that have impacted over one million lives. Her work addresses trauma, grief, addiction, social isolation, and much, much more—bringing innovative, accessible healing solutions to communities often overlooked by traditional mental health systems.

Helping over one million people to FEEL, DEAL and HEAL with people in their own lives, our games are LOVE, UNDERSTANDING & CONNECTION INFUSIONS. No therapist needed. Click to learn more →


Play to Heal Hub™ is a human-centered platform designed to help people of all ages connect, share, and heal through guided conversation games. It creates safe, accessible spaces where individuals can open up, feel heard, and build meaningful connections.
Over 1 million lives impacted
Grounded in therapeutic dialogue, the platform helps users:
Reduce isolation and break through loneliness
Lower stigma around mental health
Build resilience through authentic connection
Develop lifelong skills in communication, empathy, and well-being
Accessible anytime and designed to meet people where they are, the platform shifts the focus from reactive crisis response to proactive connection, prevention, and empowerment — creating stronger individuals, communities, and a more human-centered approach to healing.



Software Engineer and Illustrator, always looking to turn complicated problems into artistic solutions. Faraaz is dedicated to making the internet a kinder place.
“Play to Heal's mission resonates with me and I'm honored to work on a project that'll help build bridges between people.”
“I am incredibly proud to be working alongside brilliant CUNY students — most of whom come from first-generation families and proudly identify as Americans. Their dedication, passion, and sense of purpose are truly inspiring. They are playing a vital role in building the Play to Heal Hub platform from the ground up. Their commitment to mental health, innovation, and community healing embodies the very spirit of this initiative, and reminds me daily that the future is in powerful, compassionate hands.”

Team Lead

Developer
I’m excited to be part of this project because it brings together technology and purpose in a meaningful way. It’s been really rewarding to contribute to something that has the potential to positively impact people, and to collaborate with a team that is passionate about making a difference.

Developer
I am excited to be a part of this project because I want to contribute to a mission that makes a difference in people’s lives, and programming gives me the opportunity to build those solutions.

Team Lead
I’m especially excited to be working on the PlayToHeal projects because they bring together my interest in technology and software development with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Being able to contribute to improving access to mental health services in a more accessible and approachable way is something that really resonates with me.

Developer

Developer
I am excited to be part of a team that builds safe spaces for anyone in need of one! Collaborating with my team for an impactful project has been a memorable experience.

Team Lead
Cyber Security

Web Developer
I'm excited to be a part of this project because I am able to use my passionate coding and design skills for a great cause, to help those in need.

Web Developer
I’m very excited to work on this project because I have been thinking about enhancing my web development skills since that is something I’m thinking of pursuing for a career as a computer science major and my goal is to make sure this website is a safe place to help people grow physically, mentally, and emotionally
Web Developer
Web Developer

Web Developer
I've often found mental health and trauma to be difficult subjects to discuss, let alone understand. Which is why I admire Trance4mation Games for creating resources for people to engage with at their own pace, through games, activities, and podcasts. I find this to be really thoughtful, and for me to a small part in achieving this fills me with a genuine sense of joy and purpose.

Developer
Kindness begets kindness. And I’m happy to be part of this project that allows me to pay back the kindness that was given to me and let this cycle continue.

Marketing
I've often found mental health and trauma to be difficult subjects to discuss, let alone understand. Which is why I admire Trance4mation Games for creating resources for people to engage with at their own pace, through games, activities, and podcasts. I find this to be really thoughtful, and for me to a small part in achieving this fills me with a genuine sense of joy and purpose.
Marketing

Marketing
I’m excited to use content to create real connection and meaningful conversations. Being part of something that supports people’s healing and growth is what makes this so important to me.

Co-Lead
"I am excited to contribute to this project because I want to foster a place for people to heal and grow from their trauma. This project offers a rare opportunity to learn through playing board games."

Developer
"I am excited to use my technical skills to help create games that will engage people in meaningful ways."

Developer
"I am excited to work on this project because Trance4mation Games mission resonates with my goal to make accessible, meaningful applications for those that may not have many resources at their disposable. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to directly contribute to such a significant project this semester. "

Developer
"I am excited about this project because I get the chance to be able to help create therapeutic games that could help people to improve their mental health and build connections. I am excited about being part of a team that is improving the world through innovative solutions."

Developer
"I am excited to work on this project because I want to make impactful projects that are helpful to people in need. I think helping people with mental health issues with games is a perfect solution."

Developer
"To gain real-world experience while helping Leslie achieve her mission!"

Team Lead
"I am excited to create this platform as it focuses on CUNY students and students everywhere, such as myself!"

Co-Lead
"I am passionate about working on games that promote mental health because speaking openly is often the hardest step. If a game can make that step feel natural, safe, and even enjoyable, it can help people express what they are carrying and feel less alone. "

Developer
"I am super excited for this project because I believe what we're building has the potential to make a real impact. I look forward to continuing to work with my amazing team and contributing to something truly meaningful."

Developer
"I am excited to work on this project to hone my game development skills and am proud to contribute towards the effort to foster connection and healing on college campuses. "

Developer

Developer
"I am excited to collaborate on this project because it combines my passion for software development with a mission that really matters. I believe technology can play a powerful role in creating positive experiences."

Digital Engagement

Developer
"I'm excited to learn, develop, and be a part of a mission that aims to make a huge impact on everyday lives"