What Is Rebalance?
Do you know young people who need extra support and guidance due to social, academic and personal challenges?
Rebalance is a program that offers crucial support for these young people. Through both fun activities and round table discussions, students are given the opportunity to learn how to communicate effectively, manage their time, solve problems, and make responsible decisions—skills that are essential for success in life.
Trained Rebalance Coaches provide understanding, accountability, and genuine compassion to help these young people thrive both in and out of school. Even when students struggle or make poor choices, they know their mentors still care about them. That kind of consistent, loving support builds trust and helps students re-engage with school and their own potential.
How Does Rebalance Work?
Rebalance is a holistic, trauma-informed intervention program which is guided by specially trained coaches. It is dedicated to cultivating essential life skills through engaging activities and RoundTables® that utilize the Trust-Based Relational Intervention® (TBRI) approach.
Our efforts aim to address difficulties, like anxiety and general distress, by fostering a sense of hope and resilience, particularly for participants who have experienced ongoing challenges.
The program is built on the principle of "Heal and Belong," emphasizing the importance of building trust and connection with youth before addressing deeper emotional and developmental needs.
What Students Say
"Being in Rebalance helped me to build relationships with peers I didn't know that well, and learned how to be less competitive and calm myself down when I'm angry or stressed."
"Rebalance has helped me meet and connect with new people and taught me calm down techniques."
"It has been really fun and I gained confidence in who I am as a person. It has helped me change how to react in a stressful situation."
From a School Administrator
“I have witnessed the positive transformation in students who participate in this program. They become more focused, more self-aware, and more hopeful about their future. This is not just a support service—it is a lifeline for many.
“I wholeheartedly endorse the Rebalance Program and encourage continued support and investment in its growth. The work being done through this initiative is not only changing student lives—it is shaping stronger communities for us all.”
Valentino Dressler, Assistant Principal
Greeley Central High School
We're Ready to Bring Rebalance to You!
Central Ohio Youth for Christ and WellSpring Counseling are partnering to bring Rebalance to Columbus schools!
Two staff members -- Matt Murphy (YFC) and Molly McDonald (WellSpring) -- have completed the training are are certified Rebalance coaches. They are ready to work with you to bring Rebalance to your school.
If you have questions, or if you're ready to begin a Rebalance program, contact Matt or Molly to learn more.
Matt Murphy - mmurphy@coyfc.org
Molly McDonard -- mmcdonald@wellspringcolumbus.org