There isn’t a clear road map to determine how and when children launch. In fact, 64% of young people report not feeling prepared for independent life after high school or even after university. Depression, anxiety, lack of motivation and uncertainty on the ROI of college have sky-rocketed amongst youth and parents alike. Unfortunately, career counselors, while well-intentioned, are often bogged down with test preparation and academic requirements that they don’t have the resources to serve the unique needs of each bright, yet apprehensive young adult. However, it is imperative that we invest in our teens and young adults and encourage them to explore, prioritize and create achievable goals before paralysis and overwhelm set in. A small investment now could save hundreds of thousands of dollars down the road.

After many years of witnessing firsthand the frustration of educators and parents having little access to positive tools that promote growth, introspection and clarity for their loved ones, Rachael created a uniquely tailored program that would help this population bridge the tender thresholds they are about to cross over with confidence and ease.  The Prepare to Launch Program helps students and young adults learn to identify one’s unique strengths and values, explore the role positive emotions play in life to facilitate change, cope with obstacles and achieve one’s goals. Each client leaves the program with a Plan Towards Independence (PTI).