Identifying Solutions
Literally hundreds of special schools and outdoor programs are available.
Wilderness and Outdoor Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question about your troubled teen? Here you will find answers to questions that most parents have.
Resources
Interested in gathering more information about troubled teens? Web sites and books that may help.
Defining Teens in Crisis
including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder
such as drug and alcohol addiction, eating disorder, school refusal, internet obsession
such as ADD/ADHD, language based learning issues, Asperger's or Autism spectrum disorders
About Compass
Compass Educational Consulting was established in the summer of 2003 as a solution focused resource to families with a troubled teen at home. Judi Bessette began consulting after navigating the ever changing waters of special needs programs for her son alone - not aware that consultants were available to help.
Why a Consultant? Why Compass?
Educational Consultants can help a family make the right choice of a school or program the first time. Learn more about educational consultants and why Compass can benefit you and your family.
Compass Reader
The Compass Reader offers a review of books that relate to teens and their families.
The current Reader features John A. McKinnon, M.D. a psychiatrist frustrated with managed care, left private practice to co-found Montana Academy, a therapeutic school for troubled teenagers on a remote ranch near Glacier Park. His new book, An Unchanged Mind, describes the developmental approach that the school uses and talks about why it works.
Contact Us
Judith E. Bessette, Ed D
P: (414) 581-9146
E-mail:
Service & Fees
Compass Consulting will help you determine placement alternatives for your teen or young adult, assist in making the placement, and follow your son or daughter’s progress.
