Empowering Stories of Resilience

Our community embodies strength in adversity, sharing experiences that resonate with the deepest emotions. We welcome you to join us on a journey of understanding, support, and growth.

Together, we navigate the complexities of loss, finding solace in unity and the promise of brighter days ahead.

Who we are

We are a group of family members profoundly affected by the tragedy of murder-suicide.

In response to the lack of resources for this complex type of loss, we have united to form a safe haven for survivors to connect.

We empathize. We recognize that these individuals are defined by much more than their final act.

It is our hope that you discover supportive resources here and that we can offer solace during these dark times.

Meet The Team

Michael V. Co-Founder of Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide

  • Co-Founder/Podcast Host

    Loss survivor of murder-suicide and advocate.

    Tina Chevalier is a founding member of ISMS and a survivor of the tragic loss of her brother to a murder-suicide in 2021. This heartbreaking experience ignited a deep desire within her to transform her profound grief into meaningful action. Over the past few years, Tina has dedicated herself to supporting fellow survivors, offering compassion and understanding to those navigating similar traumas. She is committed to bringing attention to this often-overlooked and underserved community, hoping to create lasting change and provide hope for others facing similar hardships.  

  • Co-Founder/Podcast Host & LCMHC

    Loss survivor of murder-suicide and advocate.

    Kristina Caravello Faulkner, LCMHC, is a licensed therapist in NC and a passionate advocate for individuals coping with grief, trauma, and loss. With a deep commitment to mental health and healing, she combines her expertise as a therapist with her lived experience as a survivor of murder-suicide to create meaningful change. As the co-founder of Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide (ISMS), she has become a voice in raising awareness and creating resources for families and communities devastated by murder-suicide. ISMS provides support groups along with a 10-week course, advocacy initiatives, and educational outreach to first responders to help survivors process their experiences and reclaim their lives. Kristina’s therapeutic practice is informed by years of experience working with Teen and Young Adults that engage in self-destructive behaviors. Along with her practice, Kristina works as a campus counselor at one of the private universities in Raleigh. Included with her work with teen and young adults, Kristina also specializes in trauma recovery, body image issues, and grief coaching, offering a safe and supportive environment for individuals navigating life's challenges. In addition to her clinical and advocacy work, Kristina is a speaker and educator, sharing her insights at conferences and workshops to empower others to address complex grief, specifically tied to murder-suicide and trauma. For those affected by this devastating loss, she is committed to fostering hope, resilience, and means to live forward!

  • Co-Founder/Podcast Host

    Loss survivor of murder-suicide and advocate.

    Michael Vinton is a Los Angeles-based actor, foster and adoptive parent, and small business owner. The tragic loss of his brother in August 2020 catalyzed Michael’s work supporting fellow murder-suicide loss survivors. He contributed to the collective book, "Untold Stories of Murder-Suicide" and also volunteers at Didi Hirsch in their Survivors After Suicide support groups. He co-created and patented the Murder-Suicide Loss Survivor ribbon with fellow loss survivors. Michael's advocacy work led to the development of the podcast "Love, Losing & Layers: The Complexities of Murder-Suicides" and the formation of the group Impacted Survivors of Murder-Suicide, which he co-founded with Kristina Faulkner and Tina Chevalier. Their mission aims to increase awareness, enhance support groups, advance research, and pave the way for prevention efforts.