At a point where I had hit rock bottom in my life, Journey Counseling was a safe place where I was able to learn accountability and life skills to get me back on top. Having a community of people in similar situations along with caring and professional leadership helped me to turn my life around. What stands out to me most about Journey Counseling is the fact that you not only learn how to identify critical situations and behaviors, you are given tools and taught skills to avoid and defuse these situations and behaviors before they escalate. Life is never going to be perfect, but using the tools and skills I acquired from my time at Journey Counseling to respond instead of react to life's curveballs has helped me in all aspects of my life.

The first and most important thing I have learned so far is that me and only me is responsible for my actions. If I do not change my thinking or learn ways to deal with some of my problems I could wind up in trouble again. I’ve been learning ways to handle situations with “I” statements, timeouts and being more mindful of when things are getting out of control. If I do not communicate or hold things in it could lead to an escalated situation. I have learned about the cycle of violence, power and control.

I feel I have changed a lot and want to continue to change in a positive direction. I have learned what part my depression has played in this incident as well. I realize now that my depression was a big factor and it affected me more than I realized. Everything I learn in your class is working for me.

Classes have been truly fantastic! Hearing others' experiences and then hearing their outlook and opinions is an eye opener..

I truly do benefit from your lessons each week. Like I said they are eye opening experiences that you've talked about make me realise it's deeper than just lust or affection.. with my partner and my child!

I continuously pass on the things we talk about in class to my family members...I wish I had all of our lessons in an email..its better to read it rather just use memory at times.

Thank you for being here for us gentlemen you are truly a savior for some of us!