PARENT TRAINERS TEAM

Robert’s hope is to serve individuals and families that are struggling and to teach the skills he has gathered over a long career to anyone who is ready to learn. He believes that the family system is the key to long term success to support the whole family during crisis and mental health challenges.

With a Masters in Counseling and extensive experience in treatment programs over his career Robert has one of the most extensive backgrounds in training staff and now parents to better understand and work with their kids.

With over 20 years of experience in group facilitation, rites of passage, experiential therapy and treatment practices, Robert uses his depth of knowledge in these areas create trainings that challenge parents to see beyond their own limitations of belief and to foster new ideas in their lives and within their families and communities. He utilizes his study of metaphor, experiential practices, life skills and therapeutic programing to influence and work with people’s belief systems to create a supportive environment so they can choose to grow and change.

Paul brings a wealth of experience to each family having worked in therapeutic treatment settings for over eleven years. As a Professional Life Coach in private practice, Family Wellness Counselor and Master Wilderness Field Guide in Wilderness Therapy, a Counselor with a Home Transitions program, Mentor and Clinical Staff in Aftercare Settings; Paul continues to work passionately to support individuals and families on their path of healing and personal growth.

Having worked extensively in various treatment settings, Paul offers as a trainer the teachings and skills that he has gathered throughout his career. He supports families in finding the balance within relationships, responsibilities, and a settled home environment through collaboration with clients. This includes developing individualized plans and supporting structure that honors each family member.

Paul brings a unique perspective to this work having gone through his own journey of growth and self-discovery. Having had the experience of placing a family member in wilderness therapy and then integrating her into his home to provide post treatment stabilization and structure, Paul understands and can also relate to the family perspective in his work.

With a desire to help others find their path of health and belonging, Mary pursued a career in counseling and coaching, where she has supported adolescents, young adults, and their families in a variety of settings. She earned a Master’s of Science in Counselor Education from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and has since traveled west, where she has supported others in both wilderness settings and residential programs. She passionately integrates alternative and creative training approaches unique to the needs of the individual or family.

Throughout her career, Mary has worked as a primary therapist, family therapist, and parent coach. Her work with young adults and adolescents covers issues ranging from substance use, attachment issues, depression and anxiety, troubled relationships, and grief and loss. She values working with the family system, providing support and guidance so that families can experience more effective and healthy communication and connection.

Her straightforward training approach focuses on authenticity, accountability, and action. With compassion and support, Mary creates space for deep reflection and meaningful growth.

Mary believes that everyone is capable of growth and success in life, and her hope is for others to experience that belief in themselves. Her work empowers families to explore meaningful alternatives to past patterns, thoughts, and behaviors. Through this work, they cultivate healthy relationships, communication, and life skills for the future.