Established in 2004, Pacific Quest represents the evolution of wilderness therapy. Our behavioral health program integrates nature’s healing capabilities and a residential program’s clinical resources and safety. We use horticultural therapy, individualized experiences, and a treatment approach that prioritizes whole-person wellness. Through these tools, our program equips young people to lead better, more fulfilling lives.
Pacific Quest provides licensed and accredited residential mental healthcare on Hawaii island. We integrate evidence-based clinical modalities, psychiatry, nature-based interventions, and whole-person wellness.
Its with a heart full of gratitude, hope and appreciation that I write this post, as our daughter has just finished her time at PQ.
I’m writing this review for any parent out there that is in the hardest decision process of their lives. There feels like no good answer. When we finally made the gut-wrenching decision to find care for our daughter, we were overwhelmed with fear….would she be safe? How are we going to pay for it? Were we traumatizing her, and she would resent us forever?
We were in agony, but we knew our child needed help beyond what we could provide at home.
We used an Educational Consultant (highly recommend!) and they steered us towards PQ. Kellyn, the admissions coordinator, was nothing but wonderful. He was calm, and understanding , and answered all our questions with genuine thought and care. Its clear that PQ really cares that this program is the right fit for your child- I now know, as they knew all along, that pulling a child from treatment is pretty detrimental to everyone. So, they really made sure we and our daughter were a fit.
Yes, leaving your child at an RTC is tough- maybe the toughest act of love you will do as a parent. But, every single person we met when we dropped her off made us feel they she would be safe, and cared for. The approach is gentle, especially as your child adjusts. Its nurture nurture nurture while your child adapts to their new step.
Dr. Tracy was our daughters therapist, and to say she changed our daughters life…I truly believe that. I will be forever, forever be grateful for her wisdom.
I also must mention the entire staff at PQ. I dont know how the directors do it, but they have somehow acquired the most caring, fun, and amazing guides. The guides will become a huge part of your childs life at PQ, and their love, wisdom, patience and humor will forever be marked on my child, and our, hearts. Special, special love to Marty, Jack, Madison, Dan….and I am sure I missing others but know, they are all incredible.
The program is thoughtful. It will challenge your child. It will challenge you. Its hopeful….its HARD…its tedious while also moving lightening fast.
As our daughter leaves PQ today, a huge, huge piece of our family’s story will stay there, as they gave us our child back. She will forever be changed, as will we.
I will close by saying….I think many times people hear our, and parents like us, stories and feel pity. I actually feel lucky. PQ gave my child a shot at a productive, joyful life. It taught our family how to grow and communicate in a way that will bring us peace in future moments of hardship.
So while you may feel lost and hopeless now….I would say, feel lucky. You and your child have a chance to grow in ways you never dreamed.
All our love PQ. Thank you.
Pacific Quest works. Our young adult and our whole family has gone from feeling hopeless and helpless to feeling not only hopeful but empowered thanks to PQ. All of the staff are nurturing, caring, and professional. PQ’s holistic approach to wellness is thoughtful and effective. The level of experience, wisdom, and commitment of the clinical team is inspiring. The decision to seek residential care is a very difficult one that requires a lot of faith and trust — I am thankful every day that we chose PQ for our child.
We had high hopes that PQ could help our daughter with her challenges. The parent group meetings felt like a 300 level Psychology class and I learned so much about mental health, cause and effect, & parenting skills. The program has brought our whole family together and I believe my daughter has an opportunity to thrive as a young adult. Thank you PQ for you approach and attention to every detail in support of our family.
Glad to see they are deleting negative reviews again! I went to PQ 10 years ago and still have nightmares. They literally traffic the PQ “students” into doing farm labor for their own benefit, or loaning out our labor to other local farms under the guise of “volunteering.” This place was shut down for not being up to code for a mental health treatment center only 5 years ago. Don’t believe their lies, do not traumatize your child by sending them to this hellhole of a “therapy” program.
My 16 year old son just got home after 90 days at PQ and it changed his life. We are so pleased with the program and the staff and team are outstanding professionals. It was scary at first not knowing how he would adapt but with the help from the professionals at PQ he was able to achieve massive success. I would recommend PQ to any family that is seeking guidance from EXPERTS !