Organizing Greatness in Youth
Now Accepting New Clients
At Healing Journey Counseling Center, we believe every young person has greatness within them even when life’s challenges make it hard to see. Organizing Greatness in Youth is a specialized counseling program for young males ages 15-24 in underprivileged communities or those involved in the juvenile justice system.
Our mission is to provide a safe, culturally responsive space where youth and their families can begin to heal, grow, and move beyond the cycles that have held them back.
Why This Program Matters
Too often, our youth are misjudged and labeled based on their behavior. We see aggression, acting out, or being “the troublemaker”, but we know these are just the surface. These behaviors are often rooted in deeper struggles: trauma, family conflict, stress, or simply trying to survive in environments that don’t always feel safe.
Our program look past the behavior. We see the young men underneath; their pain, their dreams, and the incredible potential they hold. We believe that even in the toughest circumstances, every young person has greatness on the inside. Our program is about helping them see it, feel it, and live it.
We understand that environmental factors like lifestyle, socioeconomic challenges, and a lack of access to education can create barriers. Many of our youth have never been shown how to tap into that greatness or have been told they’re not capable. We’re here to change that narrative.
Our Approach
At Healing Journey Counseling Center, our focus is clear. We see beyond the behaviors that often get these young men labeled as “troublemakers” or “lost causes.” We know those behaviors are just the surface, and the real story lies beneath. Below are our four focuses of our program:
Seeing Beyond the Behavior
We understand that aggression, acting out, and withdrawal are ways that young people respond to their environment. These actions are signals of deeper pain—trauma, stress, and survival mode. We don’t see a “problem child”; we see a young man trying to cope in a world that hasn’t always been kind to him.
Recognizing the Greatness Within
We believe that every young man has greatness within him, even if he doesn’t know how to show it yet. Our focus is on helping him see his potential, nurturing his strengths, and building his confidence so he can walk in his greatness. It’s about helping him understand that he’s more than the circumstances he’s been handed.
Understanding the Impact of Environment and Life Circumstances
We know that many of the challenges these young men face come from environmental and social factors:
Lifestyle and economic stressors – Growing up in communities with limited resources and opportunities.
Family conflict and generational trauma – Navigating families struggling with their own challenges.
Lack of access to education and supportive resources – Feeling stuck in cycles of survival without hope for a different future.
We don’t blame or judge. We understand that these circumstances shape how young men see themselves and the world around them.
Creating a Path to Healing and Growth
Our program isn’t about punishing behavior or enforcing labels; it’s about building bridges to hope and healing. We:
✅ Provide a safe, culturally responsive space where young men feel heard and valued.
✅ Focus on developing healthier coping skills and emotional regulation.
✅ Work to strengthen their self-worth and belief in their own potential.
✅ Involve families in the healing process, because change doesn’t happen in isolation.
We believe that when young men feel seen for who they truly are not just for what they’ve done, they can begin to heal, grow, and reach for a future that’s bigger than their circumstances.
Our Services
✔️ Individual Counseling
Private, one-on-one sessions in a safe, supportive environment. We help youth:
Build healthier coping skills
Develop self-awareness and emotional regulation
Set goals for personal growth
Strengthen confidence and self-worth
✔️ Family Counseling
Family relationships play a significant role in a young person’s well-being. Our family counseling sessions bring families together to:
Improve communication and rebuild trust
Resolve conflicts and heal from past hurts
Create a more supportive and understanding home environment
We believe healing happens best when families are part of the journey. That’s why we encourage families to participate whenever possible.
Who We Serve
Organizing Greatness in Youth supports:
Youth from underprivileged communities and those involved in the juvenile justice system
Young males ages 15-24
How to Get Involved:
Refer a Youth: We accept referrals from probation officers, schools, families, and other community partners.
Partner With Us: Let’s work together to create healthier, safer communities.
Stay Connected: As we prepare to transition this program into a nonprofit in the coming months, we’ll be sharing updates and ways to support this mission.
Insurance and Payment Options
This program accept some private insurance and Medicaid plans. Please call us for more information about coverage and payment options.
Contact Us
For more information about this program, please call our office at 318-582-5147 or email our Clinical Director at myisha@healingjourneycc.com. We’re here to answer your questions and help you take the first step towards healing and growth.