The Reach Institute

A future in which all children, youth, and families have the tools to live healthier, more resilient lives!

The Reach Institute works with communities to develop, evaluate, and scale evidence-based programs and resources to promote well-being for individuals, families, and communities.

Programs

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Research-based programs providing practical tools to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and promote well-being. They support parenting, social-emotional learning, and family engagement, helping individuals navigate challenges and foster confidence, success, and healthier communities.
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Center for Resilient Families

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The Center for Resilient Families helps parents support children who’ve experienced trauma by offering access to proven parenting programs. We focus on families facing challenges and provide tools to help children and families build resilience and thrive during difficult times.

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Training and Education

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Training and educational opportunities for pre-doctoral and postdoctoral students, researchers, and community members.  Workshops and professional training programs train providers and community members to deliver our programs.  

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Research Studies

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REACH research studies are looking for volunteers just like you! Participants are needed to help answer important questions impacting the health and well-being of our friends and family. Join us and help contribute to this important research!

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Programs

Research-based programs providing practical tools to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and promote well-being. They support parenting, social-emotional learning, and family engagement, helping individuals navigate challenges and foster confidence, success, and healthier communities.

Center for Resilient Families

The Center for Resilient Families helps parents support children who’ve experienced trauma by offering access to proven parenting programs. We focus on families facing challenges and provide tools to help children and families build resilience and thrive during difficult times.

Training and Education

Training and educational opportunities for pre-doctoral and postdoctoral students, researchers, and community members.  Workshops and professional training programs train providers and community members to deliver our programs.  

Research Studies

REACH research studies are looking for volunteers just like you! Participants are needed to help answer important questions impacting the health and well-being of our friends and family. Join us and help contribute to this important research!

429combined years of research 

16 countries involved in research 

5,000 families have participated in REACH programs

Reach News

Save the Date: Community Conference to Explore How Families Access Mental Health Resources

Families today face an overwhelming landscape of information and limited time to sort through it all. On February 26, 2026, the Center for Resilient…

New ASU program supports parents in high-stress careers

High-pressure jobs can come with chronic stress, long shifts and unpredictable schedules. These pressures, when not managed, can ripple into family…

ASU uncovers what helps children cope with divorce and conflict

Separation and divorce are a reality for many American families. “Half of all children experience the breakup of their parents’ relationship before…