Vive was a game-changer for me. After many, many years of counselors and therapist, I was able to, for the first time, get an understanding of what was going on in my childs mind. We didnt walk away with a brand new child/family but we walked away with some incredible tools and knowledge that has us on the right path. Over the past nine years we have tried just about everything a family can do in order to get healing and wholeness. I would list Vive as the best thing weve done.

As the director of the program, I have to tell you I love working here. Being able to sit with families in their struggle, and watch things change and become better for the families is my ultimate privilege. My greatest joy is to hear from families later on down the road and that things are still going well for them. And in the times that they are not - they are using their tools and working to get back on track. The journey doesnt end here - its a process, and I know our families leave with tools that are useful across the lifetime.

Occasionally in a lifetime you experience something that is an absolute game changer. Something that changes how you’ll view life forever. The EMBARK program is just that. A family journey in a safe environment that allows all participants an understanding of themselves and each other. A safe environment to get to the root of the family dynamics. Our son left with a true understanding of who we were as parents and how our own histories shaped the way we parented. My husband and I left with tools to communicate and connect with a child who struggles with the challenges of adoption. We have the framework needed to keep him safe as he navigates the world we live in today. We are clear on the boundaries, limits and bottom lines of our home, which allows our home to be a sanctuary for all. We are all ever grateful for the Embark program and it’s facilitators and know that if a difficult situation arises, they are a phone call away. I encourage anyone attending to go with an open mind, because you will definitely leave with an open heart.

This was such a growth experience helping me see others in a totally different light and giving guidance in how to respond/accept/grow. I would highly recommend it.

Our Embark experience was more than we could have hoped for. We learned so much more about our son, the why behind things, and what we are doing well and what we need to improve on as his parents. We have a much clearer understanding of our why as well. We cant imagine not doing Embark.

Embark is a great assessment and intervention service that helps parents and others decide what is the next best step.