Families
Integrative Therapy for Sustainable Growth
Pacific Quest’s unique model empowers participants to build and sustain healthy relationships—not just during the program but for the rest of their lives. We don’t just help participants work through a single crisis or point in time. We rely on integrative therapy to build stronger families and lasting support systems for sustainable growth.
What Family Involvement Looks Like
PARENT CURRICULUM
A comprehensive parent curriculum underpins a learning experience for the whole family. The parent manual provides a deep dive into how to support students at each point of the journey, common challenges, parallel therapeutic assignments for families, and examples of letters from past students and families.
PARENT COACHING
A weekly coaching series lead by Dr. Gent provides families with education, support and community.
WEEKLY LETTER WRITING
Right from the beginning, we practice mindful communication. Students write and receive letters from their families (electronically). This process aims to replace reactive or superficial communication with a meaningful and thoughtful dialog. Therapists support families and their students to hone their communication skills with coaching and guidance along the way.
WEEKLY DISCOVERY CALLS
Each week, guardians have an hour-long discovery call with their student’s primary therapist. These discussions help guide the individualized therapeutic approach. When ready, students join these calls and build on the communication skills they’ve been developing through the letter-writing process.
WEEKLY FAMILY THERAPY
Once students have settled into the routine (usually by week 2), they start weekly 90 video family therapy calls. This is an opportunity to further individualize their journey, practice supportive communication, and explore deeper topics.
OPTIONAL PARENT PROGRAM
Towards the end of the experience, we invite families to join us in Hawaii for an optional three day intensive. More than a chance to see how their child and their crops have grown, it’s a chance to practice and exercise the skills and insights developed. The individual, group, and private time helps to concretize the journey. (This service is offered for an additional fee)
WEEKLY PHOTOS
Harvesting an exotic fruit that takes two years to mature, sharing a yoga mat with a goat, and experiencing the magic of swimming with a sea turtle are all part of the PQ joy. A weekly photo album gives families a glimpse into the experience.
BUILDING SUPPORT SYSTEMS
Having a robust support system outside of the program is the most crucial aspect of continued success. Our therapists work with Educational Consultants, previous and current treatment providers, and school personnel as needed to develop comprehensive follow-up plans.
The Role of Family Involvement
We understand that our students don’t suffer in a vacuum. Their families also experience the pain of their setbacks and the joy of their success. Family involvement enhances communication, increases empathy, and develops usable conflict resolution skills. Because, ultimately, for the family to thrive, every individual needs to practice understanding and trust.
The Role of Family Involvement
We understand that our students don’t suffer in a vacuum. Their families also experience the pain of their setbacks and the joy of their success. Family involvement enhances communication, increases empathy, and develops usable conflict resolution skills. Because, ultimately, for the family to thrive, every individual needs to practice understanding and trust.
