Honesty and integrity are the key components of Colleen’s credo and a direct reflection of her character. Following are reflections from clients Colleen has supported:
“I can’t thank Colleen Ecker enough for guiding my family through the painful realization, then the gut-wrenching decision, that our child needed treatment at a therapeutic boarding school. I don’t know that we could have done the right thing without her encouragement and knowledge. Today our young adult is sober, healthy and prosperous. Colleen helped us find the crucial path that led our child and entire family to healing.”
–Dan F., Los Angeles County
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“We were in a situation where we had to move at lightening speed in making one of the biggest decisions of our lives. Our daughter was hospitalized, the school district was MIA, and our insurance had stopped paying. The hospital physicians would not release her to home, as they felt she was still too unstable. We made one phone call, and Colleen Ecker hit the ground running. Within days she had found, and gotten our daughter accepted, into our first choice Residential Treatment Center. WIth our girl’s complex issues, this was not an easy task. While it continues to be a rocky road, Colleen advocates for us and for our daughter should there be any concerns with her placement, or with the home school district. She has attended IEP meetings with us, keeps updated backup plans, and simply is there to talk if we need the support. I will forever be grateful she picked up the phone on the first ring that fateful day – and continues to do so as we work our way home.”
–JKJ, Los Angeles County
“Our family is extremely grateful for Colleen Ecker and her work with us over the past few years. Our family was in crisis throughout our kids’ high school years. Hiring Colleen was one of the best decisions we made in order to navigate the scary world of teens. I am referring to unhealthy choices, risky behaviors, drugs, and complete disrespect.
Colleen’s compassion, wisdom, intellect, and perseverance guided us along the path that ultimately led to a healthier child, and family. Colleen has deep knowledge regarding addiction, treatment, family dynamics, teens and trauma, as well as an incredible network of connections and resources. She is highly regarded in the addiction and recovery world, and is able to gain access to services that best serves your family.
Rather than rely on brochures or word of mouth alone, Colleen is always on the move, traveling to visit treatment facilities and programs, meet with their administrators, and view properties firsthand. This gives her personalized insight regarding the more subtle differences between programs that can make a huge difference to a certain individual’s needs. She is well-equipped to find the right fit for you and your family.
Colleen opened our eyes to understand in a realistic way the new world in which we were navigating. She listens, talks with you (not at you), and doesn’t just tell you what you want to hear. Indeed, she may tell you what you don’t wish to hear. She is frank and honest in her thorough assessment of your child and family. Colleen provides recommendations about what supports your child needs, and how your own conduct affects success. She takes swift and professional action with a keen understanding of your unique circumstances.
We will be forever grateful to Colleen and her team. She truly was a life saver in our case -both literally and figuratively.”
– RP, Forever Grateful in California
“I always think of you fondly, as you played a key role in a pivotal time for our family. I credit you for saving my daughter!”
-Sandy, South Bay Mom
“Dear Colleen,
“We can’t thank you enough for your support over the past four years. Trying to get our son the help he needed was a frightening and arduous process. You were there for him, myself, and our family every step of the way. In times of crisis we knew we could count on you to guide us in the right direction. You connected my husband and I with others in our community who were on similar journeys, who welcomed us without judgment, and pulled us out of isolation. Your dedication to helping struggling youth and their families goes above and beyond. We all thank you from the bottom of our hearts.”
-Lisa
“Dear Colleen,
I wanted to take more time with this and write you the novel you deserve, but this clearly has been a whirlwind. It changes by the hour. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you have done and continue to do for our family. God Bless.”
–Diane GLA
“Thank you so much for the gift of your time and advice. It really meant the world to me to be able to talk about ‘my stuff’. I will keep you posted on the progress.”
-Client, anonymous
“Help comes to those who have the courage to
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ask for it.”