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OPI Intensive Celebrates 1st Anniversary and BEST IN TREATMENT mention from Psychology Today
As we celebrate the first anniversary of our OPI Intensive we are thrilled to see our dream of having a specialized program for young adults ages 17-28 with Borderline Traits, Borderline Personality Disorder and co-occurring conditions fully realized. Not only has our quality program proven to be one of the most respected in the nation…
Read MoreQ & A with Amanda Allegra, MS – Director of Extracurricular Activities for the Optimum Performance Institute
In a recent interview, we sat down with our very own Amanda Allegra, Director of Extracurricular Activities for OPI Living programs including the Optimum Performance Institute and OPI Intensive, to discuss a few topics around her work with OPI. Q: Amanda, how did you develop individualized approaches for our participants within the Department of Extracurricular…
Read MoreQ & A with Heather Perrier, MS – Director of Education for the Optimum Performance Institute
Q: Heather, what have you learned from participants that have attended various OPI programs? A: I have learned that even great change IS possible. The path to get there however requires patience, practice and perseverance. Q: What strategies do you use and employ in the Department of Education at OPI? A: Our philosophy is that…
Read MoreQ & A with Jessica Breton, MA, MFT – Program Director for the Optimum Performance Institute
Q: Jessica, what have you learned from participants that have attended various OPI programs? A: I have learned that although we can all have different roadblocks in our lives, they do not need to hold us back from reaching our goals. I have seen and been inspired by OPI participants who use their courage, determination…
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