Our MISSION
The Launch Pad ATL is dedicated to equipping adolescents, teens, and young men with the tools and resilience they need to launch successfully!
The Launch Pad ATL makes outdoor, adventure-based therapy a reality. Our office is accessible to both Piedmont Park and The Atlanta Beltline, allowing us to fully utilize these spaces with our clients to provide a unique approach to wellness. We support our clients by incorporating hands-on, experiential, outdoor experiences and activities that go beyond the traditional walls of the therapy office!
Read more about outdoor and adventure therapy for teens and young adults in Atlanta — what a session in Piedmont Park or on the Beltline actually involves, and how it differs from a wilderness program.
We also specialize in helping adolescents and young men facing failure-to-launch challenges, including:
Difficulty transitioning to independence – struggles with moving out, starting college, or maintaining employment.
Low motivation and lack of direction – feeling stuck, unmotivated, or unsure how to take steps toward adult responsibilities.
Executive functioning struggles – challenges with organization, planning, time management, and follow-through.
Avoidance of challenges or social engagement – withdrawal from peers, activities, or opportunities due to anxiety or low confidence.
Emotional regulation and resilience building – addressing stress, frustration tolerance, and the ability to handle setbacks.
Through our unique approach of incorporating outdoor and adventure-based therapy, clients build self-esteem, resilience, and the practical life skills necessary to successfully navigate independent adulthood.