About

Howard Trachtman is a dedicated and compassionate advocate specializing in mental health and disability rights, known for his integrity and empathetic approach. He is a knowledgeable leader and effective communicator who supports and mentors others within the community. His extensive experience and personal commitment make him a trusted and respected figure in the movement.

Recommendations

Experience

Ron Honberg

9/1/2026
10

"Howard is a long time, passionate advocate for persons with mental health conditions with many years of experience as a peer support specialist. He has been a leader as a mental health advocate in the Boston area and nationally."

keithgodbout

8/25/2026
8

"Howard T. provided wonderful services to me making the Arts and Culture of Boston MA mor accessible when I was a resident of the state."

Juliana Zee

8/14/2026
10

"Howard is smart and reliable. You can count on him!"

William Goodell

8/13/2026
10

"Howard is a passionate and resourceful individual who helps others."

Yaron Shragai

8/8/2026
10

"Very generous with his knowledge and familiarity with resources, and a caring spirit"

Amit Sinha

6/11/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Howard Trachtman
10

"Howard is an amazing advocate and friend. He is all or nothing type of attitude. I appreciate him being in my circle."

Emily Gelbert

6/10/2026
6

"Get me off of this site!"

10

"Howard is a very friendly person."

P dV

5/27/2026
10

"Exemplary leader, visionary and communicator!"

10

"How Traxman has integrity he is very good with people on a one-to-one basis. He is empathetic. He has compassion and he’s well trained in the areas of mental illness. He himself has had difficulties in his life, both physically and emotionally so he cares deeply about helping other others, I would recommend Howard without reservation. You’re very lucky to have him."

Toby Fisher

5/26/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Howard Trachtman

Laurie barney

5/26/2026
6

"Howard is a devoted and caring man when it comes to defending the rights of the differently abled and those who suffer from mental illness.
I endorse him with great pride!"

Kathy Quible

5/26/2026
10

"Friendly and knowledgeable"

Marcie Cabral

5/20/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Howard Trachtman

Ann G. Burgess

2/6/2026
10

"Howard Trachtman is one of the kindest, most welcoming people I have ever met, the great connector of our movement in Massachusetts especially. He has managed to be ubiquitous among us in terms of supporting and mentoring many others to serve our movement and has single-handedly created many regular opportunities for doing so over the years. He has been a consistent voice in the interest of amplifying and protecting our human rights and with advocacy for alternatives to conventional treatment. He daily manages multiple lists and emails with extraordinary attention to people and details that would overwhelm most. I have been deeply touched over the most recent years with a program he adroitly facilitates called Opening Doors to the Arts, a program that allows all who participate to enjoy live music and theater in Boston that would otherwise be completely inaccessible on the basis of cost. This benefit alone has made my life infinitely richer. When Howard attends these, he sincerely gets around to every person who comes without exception. It's a privilege to know Howard and to call myself one of his thousands of friends. Sincerely, Ann Burgess"

Andrew Fishman

1/27/2026
10

"Howard is a deeply committed, dedicated mental health advocate. His knowledge, experience, and understanding of the mental health system is beyond impressive."

Joseph Miller

1/11/2026
10

"Howard was very helpful in directing me towards volunteer opportunities."

David

9/6/2025
10

"Unsure which Howard Trachtman this is.

Gainrep sent me an email from a noreply address, and at no point offered me any personal identifying markers besides a first and last name for this individual.

I am on "https://www.gainrep.com/Start". I may try to contact the company.

I will update this comment if the website allows, at such time that I confirm Howard's identity.

*edit: Testing for persistent documentation of edits and transparency of revisions."