Our Consulting Services
At Liston Strategies, we specialize in transforming treatment programs, therapeutic centers, and boarding schools to deliver lasting results for both clients and families. With over 30 years of experience, our consulting services are designed to identify gaps, improve communication, and optimize the entire client journey—from the moment of admission to post-discharge and graduation success. Our solutions not only reduce recidivism but also enhance family satisfaction, ensuring a holistic and supportive experience for all involved.
Therapeutic Programs & Treatment Centers
Our consulting services are designed to improve client outcomes, strengthen family communication, and optimize post-treatment transitions to reduce recidivism.
Program Evaluation & Strategy
We conduct a comprehensive evaluation of your program, engaging with executive directors, clinical staff, and alumni families to uncover where your program excels and where it needs improvement. Our audit covers admissions, clinical care, family communication, and discharge processes to provide a holistic view of your program’s strengths and gaps.
Transition & Discharge Planning
Effective discharge planning is key to reducing recidivism and ensuring long-term success. We work with your clinical and operational teams to build personalized transition plans that guide clients into the next phase of care. Whether they’re transitioning to outpatient care, a therapeutic companion, or other support services, we ensure the continuity of care that drives success.
Post-Treatment Monitoring & Family Support
Many programs lack sufficient post-discharge support, leaving clients and families feeling lost and unsupported. We help you develop a post-treatment monitoring system that includes regular check-ins, progress tracking, and family coaching. This comprehensive support model fosters stronger client outcomes, reduces emotional strain, and enhances family trust in your program.
Family & Client Experience Optimization
From the moment a family contacts your admissions team, you have a precious opportunity to provide reassurance and support that can change lives. We help you build effective, nurturing communication and client engagement by refining your admissions processes, creating meaningful touchpoints for families during treatment, and ensuring consistent family involvement throughout the therapeutic journey. A well-supported family is more likely to offer positive testimonials and word-of-mouth referrals, strengthening your program’s reputation.
Private Day & Boarding Schools
For private day and boarding schools that serve students with clinical or emotional needs, or students who may require counseling or additional emotional support, our consulting helps build robust systems for student, family, and administration support.
Wellness & Clinical Consulting
The cost of unmet mental health needs can be significant, resulting in students leaving school or, in some cases, experiencing self-harm or crisis situations. Many boarding schools are not fully prepared to support students with these mental health or emotional needs. Sometimes, critical information about a student’s struggles isn’t shared during the admissions process, or needs arise while the student is on campus, only surfacing at a crisis point. We provide consulting to help build or improve wellness departments and integrate mental health services, such as counseling, psychiatric support, and crisis intervention. Our approach helps prevent students from reaching crisis levels and reduces the likelihood of students needing to leave school.
Crisis Support
Schools must have proactive plans to manage crises effectively when students face critical challenges. We create comprehensive emotional care plans that promote student well-being during difficult periods and provide effective crisis management solutions to reduce the need for medical leaves or hospitalizations.
Admissions Optimization
Clear communication and family support from the start make a measurable difference in student success and family trust. We work with admissions teams to pre-screen for supportive needs and create a transparent, supportive experience for families. This includes equipping admissions staff with communication strategies aligned with family expectations and emotional needs, helping ensure families are well-prepared and supported even before their child arrives on campus.
Crisis Intervention for Schools
We provide immediate, on-call consulting services for schools facing urgent crises such as student behavioral issues, mental health emergencies, or family conflicts. Our rapid response system helps schools stabilize situations and prevent further escalation.
Additional Services
Admissions Training Workshops
Equip your admissions team with the tools they need to effectively communicate with families and manage their expectations. Our workshops offer training on handling emotional conversations, supporting families through the admissions process, and ensuring a seamless transition into your program.
Post-Discharge Monitoring
We offer long-term monitoring services for programs looking to follow clients for 3-6 months after discharge, ensuring they are progressing in their treatment goals and preventing relapse.
Our Consulting Packages
Full Program Overhaul
A comprehensive consulting solution for programs looking to evaluate and improve every aspect of their operations.
Transition & Post-Discharge Consulting
Tailored support to enhance post-treatment planning and family communication.
Family & Client Experience Audit
Focused on improving the full client journey from admissions to aftercare.
