Every day at Pacific Quest, we’re moved by the powerful stories families and alumni share with us. We know that choosing residential treatment isn’t easy. For many, it’s one of the hardest decisions they've ever had to make. But again and again, we hear from parents and alumni who say: “It changed our lives.” 💬 One father wrote: “Our son arrived feeling lost, but he left with tools to face life’s challenges with confidence. We saw him become someone who could advocate for himself and impact others positively.” 💬 A mother shared: “It was the toughest act of love we've ever done, but it gave our daughter a shot at a joyful, productive life, and taught our family how to grow together.” 💬 And from an alum: “I arrived in despair, but left with a new sense of self, mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. PQ gave me my life back.” These are just a snapshot of the countless stories we hear each day that reflect the meaningful change that’s possible when families take the courageous step to engage in the hard, honest work of healing together. To all of the families and alumni who have trusted us with such a vulnerable part of your lives: THANK YOU. Your bravery, dedication, and resilience continue to move and inspire us. We know this journey isn’t easy, and we’re continually humbled by your willingness to lean in, show up, and do the work. It is a true privilege to walk alongside you in the growth and transformation. From all of us at Pacific Quest, thank you for letting us be a part of your healing journey. #PacificQuest #FamilyHealing #TransformationIsPossible #GoogleReviews #HealingJourney #MentalHealthSupport #TeenMentalHealth #YoungAdultRecovery #HopeAndHealing #NatureHeals (fb)

We all know vitamin C is great for us: it boosts immunity, brightens skin, and helps us heal. At Pacific Quest, we like to add another essential to the mix: "Vitamin Sea." That’s right! Oceans, waves, and that deep sense of calm we feel near water. Blue spaces have real benefits for our wellbeing and have been shown to improve mood, lower stress, aid in sleep, and have even been show to strengthen social connection (White et al., 2016) . The best part? You don’t have to live in Hawaii to get your dose. Research shows that just being near water such a lake, stream, or fountain, can positively impact our overall health. Here are 3 quick, science-backed ways to bring the power of blue space into your day: 🌊 Take a Water Walk: A 20-minute stroll by a lake or stream can lower stress and lift your mood. 🎧 Listen to Water Sounds: Ocean waves or rain sounds can calm the nervous system and ease tension. 🖼️ Add Blue Views: Hang up ocean art, use a beachy screensaver, or place a small fountain nearby. Even looking at water images has been shown to ease mental fatigue. Whether it’s a walk around a pond or listening to waves as you fall asleep, Vitamin Sea is a prescription we can all fill: no sunscreen required. 😎 #MentalHealthAwareness #BlueSpace #NatureHeals #Wellbeing #PacificQuest (fb)