Turning Point Center for Youth & Family Development

Don't forget that August is Make-a-Will Month! By leaving Turning Point in your will, you can continue your support of our mission beyond your lifetime. We hope you will consider our organization in your charitable giving legacy. For more information, please contact us today!

Meet Taryn Lesser, LPC, LAC. Taryn is an LPC/LAC and graduated from CSU's Masters of Addictions Counseling program. She completed her internship as an addictions specialist in Turning Point's residential treatment program and returned to Turning Point in September 2023 as a therapist and is excited to be back and part of a fantastic team. Taryn has a passion for working with individuals and helping them to work through life's challenges.

Are you thinking, "My kid is having mental health/ behavioral problems... what do I do, I need help?" Teens struggle for a variety of reasons. It can be due to trauma, loss, falling into the wrong crowd, mental or physical health issues, unexpected life changes, struggles with identity, bullying at school, or other causes. Therapy is a great place to start. Learn more:

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What is DBT? Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) focuses on needs specific to the profile of the clients in this program. The goals of treatment include reducing self-injuring and life-threatening behaviors, and therapy interfering and quality of life interfering behaviors while increasing behavioral skills. DBT is an approach found effective in treating those with complex, difficult-to-treat mental disorders. Learn more:

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Can you believe that it is already time for Back to School?! It can be stressful, so now is a great time to take advantage of our FREE Behavior Coaching Services while funding lasts.

Turning Point Center for Youth & Family Development We provide youth and families with the tools they need to overcome life’s many obstacles and ultim

Did you know August is Make-a-Will Month? Join others in Northern Colorado to make a will this month. It is something that so many put off for too long...don't make that mistake! Your will is also a great place to include charitable giving to your favorite organizations, like Turning Point!

Turning Point Center for Youth and Family Development is integrating technology with therapy by introducing pulse oximeters into our practice. This innovative approach, supported by generous funding from the Mckee Wellness Foundation, is set to revolutionize how clients understand and manage their emotional health! Learn more:

McKee Wellness Foundation

Using Pulse Oximeters as a Therapeutic Tool — Turning Point Thanks to the funding support of Mckee Wellness Foundation, Turning Point is now utilizing puleoximeters as a therapeutic tool for therapy and behavior coaching.

Meet Sydney Meissner, BS. Sydney began working as a Behavioral Coach at Turning Point in August 2022. Sydney has served as the Lead Behavioral Coach where she meets with youth, adult, and family coaching clients as well as assists with administrative tasks for the coaching team. We are fortunate to have her expertise!

Are you interested in applying for a Sliding Scale Discount? If so, please fill out the form here. Questions? Contact us at (970) 221-0999 or [email protected].

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Thank you again to everyone who was able to attend our Open House! It was a great opportunity to meet our newest behavior coaches!
(Front: Kaz Banta, Parker Fordyce Back (Left to Right): Parker Thurston, Sydney Meissner, Ingrid Skilbred)

It's also a good time to remind you that our grant-funded behavior coaching services are available until October! Don't miss out!

We would like to share this local opportunity on behalf of our friends at The Center for Family Outreach, and the other partner organizations. The Parent, Grandparent, Kin Caregiver Summit is an educational event designed to empower caregivers with the knowledge and tools they need to support their children's development! Register now using the link or QR code.

TODAY! Our Loveland Applebee’s (213 E 29th St.) is donating 15% of dine-in and To Go pick up food purchases (excludes alcohol, tax and gratuity) to Turning Point! Just show them this flyer upon purchase. We appreciate your support!

ATTENTION! In case you missed it, Turning Point no longer has a waitlist! We are able to get clients in for therapy right away. Learn more about our therapy programs or contact us now: https://www.turningpnt.org/therapy

If you or someone in your family might benefit from our child, adolescent, young adult, family therapy or counseling services, please fill out our outpatient referral form and a member of our staff will be in touch shortly. We are here to help!

We're here to help. Contact us today! — Turning Point Contact us to discuss dual-diagnosis treatment options for teens 14-17 with a therapist. We also offer addiction services & mental health options for all ages.

Our Loveland Applebee’s (213 E 29th St.) is donating 15% of dine-in and To Go pick up food purchases (excludes alcohol, tax and gratuity) from orders placed on July 18th to Turning Point! Mark your calendars to help us raise money just by having a meal.

Happy Fourth of July from Turning Point! We hope you have a fun and safe holiday.

Does Turning Point still have a residential treatment program? Turning Point made the difficult decision to close all the residential programming, as of June, 2022. Research shows that adolescents do better with recovery when they are able to remain in their communities and schools, while receiving treatment there. This led to a statewide shift in funding initiatives, and preferences for outpatient services. Our programs experienced a decrease in referrals appropriate for our level of care, and we no longer operated at a sustainable capacity. The closure of the residential programs was in favor of starting an Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program and a Home Preservation program, both meeting service needs designed to support more youth in their homes and communities. Contact us today to learn more:

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is a large part of overall health and wellness. While Turning Point offers specialized support for individuals, families, and communities impacted by trauma, mental health, and substance use challenges, we also have local partners invested in helping your physical health and personal development, as well. Learn more about them here: https://www.turningpnt.org/resources

Meet Christy! Christy Malara BA, CAS, is our Addictions Specialist and DUI Program Facilitator. She is the substance abuse treatment specialist for Intensive Outpatient Program groups and is also one of the facilitators for DUI/DWAI classes for education and therapy. Christy has a BA, Certification in Impaired Driver Education and Certified Addictions Specialist (CAS). She is straightforward, down-to-earth, and that is how she teaches. Christy identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community, and is able to provide peer-to-peer support to clients who may need extra support in this area. Learn more about Christy and our team: https://www.turningpnt.org/meet-the-team

Turning Point no longer has a waitlist! We are able to get clients in for therapy right away. Learn more about our therapy programs or contact us now:

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DON'T FORGET! Our Open House is coming right up on Friday, June 21st! Meet our new Executive Director, see our Outpatient Facility, and hear more about our programs and services. We will provide non-alcoholic refreshments and snacks.

Are you experencing these symptoms? June is , and Turning Point specializes in helping those recovering from . Get started on the path to mental and behavioral health today: https://www.turningpnt.org

A great resource for parents coming August 3! Stay tuned for more details!

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

We're thrilled to announce that the upcoming Parent Summit on August 3rd at Rocky Mountain High School now includes **Grandparents**! 🎉👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Join us for a day filled with insightful workshops, engaging discussions, and a chance to connect with other families. Whether you're a parent or a grandparent, this summit is designed to empower and support you in your crucial role.

📅 Date: August 3rd
📍 Location: Rocky Mountain High School

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn, share, and grow together. See you there! 🌈

June is Pride Month! Turning Point is proudly LGBTQIA+ friendly. We are always here to support our clients in whatever capacity they need!

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Thank you Summit Hardscape for your generous paver donation. Our first project is complete and on to a patio next. We are so appreciative that you didn’t hesitate when we requested materials to complete this project. Reach out to Summit Hardscape for your next landscaping project!

* EXTENDED THROUGH OCTOBER: Know any Fort Collins youth struggling in school, that could use some individualized support? We are offering FREE twice a week behavior coaching, that lasts up to three months, and works to meet the student where they need help the most. This can be at school, at home, in the community, or in our office. Our trained and background-checked coaches are ready and willing to help the students, of any age, with whatever is impacting their success. We have immediate openings, while funding lasts, available through October 2024.

FREE Youth Behavior Coaching Services — Turning Point Free behavior coaching services for youth in Fort Collins, Colorado! Thanks to grant funding - The Turning Point Center

The waitlist is over! We are currently back to being able to get clients in for therapy right away. Contact us now to get started: https://www.turningpnt.org/contact-us

Summer Break is almost upon us, and you may be struggling to help your teen cope with changes. Do you ask yourself, "My teen is having mental health/ behavioral problems… what do I do, do I need help?" Teens struggle for a variety of reasons. It can be due to trauma, loss, falling into the wrong crowd, mental or physical health issues, unexpected life changes, struggles with identity, bullying at school, or other causes. Turning Point has a variety of choices to help your teen. Learn more or contact us today:

HELP FOR STRUGGLING TEENS — Turning Point Dual Diagnosis Intensive Outpatient Program, Therapy, DUI Classes & Family Services in Northern Colorado since 1967. - Help for Struggling Teens