Springboard to Empowerment℠
What is Springboard to Empowerment℠?
Springboard to Empowerment℠ is an innovative program that blends various approaches into a holistic, strengths-based model. This approach to well-being incorporates constructive thinking practices, rewarding life experiences, and resilience as central tenets for living. Together, these approaches empower individuals to pursue well-being with autonomy, hope, and a sense of purpose. This method can be applied to families, youth, and professionals working in the field.
Workshops are tailored to specific groups:

Professional Development Springboard℠—Peers and other Professionals
This program trains recovery professionals to support individuals using a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and person-centered approach. It emphasizes emotional intelligence and inclusive practices to foster resilience, self-efficacy, and connection. Participants will enhance the skills needed for peer support, establish healthy boundaries, and advocate for long-term well-being for themselves and others.

Springboard to Empowerment℠—Programs for Youth
This innovative program blends CRA, Positive Psychology, and REBT to foster resilience, emotional health, and purpose. It replaces substance use with meaningful rewards and empowers individuals to pursue well-being through practical strategies, constructive thinking, and personal strengths—all within a supportive, autonomy-focused framework.

Springboard to Empowerment℠—Programs for Families
This advanced program integrates multiple disciplines to help families and friends build healthier coping strategies. Participants gain skills in self-compassion, emotional regulation, and self-advocacy, grounded in family systems theory. The model fosters stronger boundaries, resilience, and emotional well-being while promoting mutual respect and deeper, more balanced relationships.