Support for Youth & Their Families
New Visions is a specialized program that helps youth and young adults navigate the challenges of substance use and recovery. Our clinicians provide a safe, judgment-free space where young people can talk openly, set personal goals, and develop healthy coping skills for a brighter future.
Would My Child Benefit?
New Visions may be a good fit for youth who are:
Emotional Challenges
- Struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns alongside substance use
- Having trouble coping with stress or past trauma
Behavioral Challenges
- Experimenting with alcohol or drugs
- Facing school suspension or legal trouble related to substance use
- Showing sudden changes in behavior, motivation, or routine
Social Challenges
- Withdrawing from friends or family
- Hanging out with new peer groups that encourage risky behaviors
If your child is facing substance use concerns, early support can make all the difference—helping them stay on track academically, socially, and emotionally.
Signs Your Child May Be Struggling
You may want to seek extra support if you notice your child:
- Shows changes in mood, energy, or personality
- Is secretive about activities or possessions
- Has a decline in grades or school attendance
- Frequently asks for money or valuables go missing
- Has unexplained health changes, such as sudden weight loss or fatigue
- Displays new risk-taking behaviors
Our Approach
Using evidence-based approaches, we address both the emotional and practical sides of recovery—helping participants build resilience, strengthen relationships, and make positive life choices. We also partner with families, schools, and community supports to create a network of care that fosters lasting change.
FAQ
New Visions provides free substance use treatment for adolescents under 18 in Hampton Roads. It focuses on helping youth in their own communities and offers a Family Support Partner to assist caregivers in navigating their child’s recovery needs.
Adolescents under 18 in Hampton Roads who are struggling with substance use are eligible. Referrals can come from schools, parents, juvenile services, or the youth themselves.
Services may include individual and family counseling, substance use education, relapse prevention skills, goal setting, and coordination with schools or other agencies. We utilize the evidence-based treatment model, Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach (A-CRA).
A Family Support Partner is a specially trained Peer who works directly with families to provide guidance, advocacy, and emotional support. They help families access resources, understand the recovery process, and develop strategies to support their child.
New Visions is community-based, meaning services can occur in the home, school, or other safe community settings. We come to you!
New Visions is completely free for eligible adolescents.
You can call The Up Center directly to be connected. You may also complete our New Client Registration at the bottom of our web page.
Real Voices
Meet Our Team
Meet Our Team
I oversee the provision of outpatient substance use services, ensuring clients receive high-quality, evidence-based care. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and a Master’s degree in Social Work, with extensive clinical leadership experience.
I am motivated by the opportunity to connect with people and help them access the support they need for recovery. Fun fact: I’m a foster parent and a proud mom to both foster and biological children.
I am an Adolescent Community Reinforcement Approach (A-CRA) clinician, providing evidence-based counseling and support for youth and families affected by substance use. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree, am a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-A/C), and am pursuing certification as a CSAC.
I’m motivated by the opportunity to help youth and families find hope and healing through counseling. Outside of work, I have a strong connection to the outdoors and enjoy spending time in nature.
I serve as a clinician with the New Visions program, providing counseling and support for youth and families impacted by substance use. My work focuses on helping clients build healthier futures through evidence-based interventions and support.
I’m motivated by seeing the positive impact, even in small moments, as individuals and families move toward recovery and stability. In my free time, I’m building a home library to enjoy my love of reading.
I serve as a Family Support Partner, bringing both professional training and lived experience to support families impacted by substance use and mental health challenges. With over 13 years in recovery, I am a Registered Peer Recovery Specialist (R-CPRS) and Integrated Forensic Peer Recovery Specialist (IFPRS), as well as a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor Assistant. I hold an Associate’s degree in Human Services from Virginia Peninsula College and will complete my Bachelor’s in Human Services with a concentration in Substance Abuse Counseling at Southern New Hampshire University in May 2026.
I’m passionate about supporting families, breaking stigma, and helping people find hope and healing through recovery and mental health support.
