Pacific Quest

01/15/2026

Latest read on All Kinds of Therapy: A Year of Growth, Grounding, and Healing.

As Pacific Quest marks 22 years of supporting adolescents, young adults, and their families, the past year reflects a period of meaningful growth, strengthened leadership, and continued commitment to whole-person healing. At the core of Pacific Quest's work is a clear purpose: disrupting cycles of i...

01/13/2026

We are excited to share that Mark White, LPC, CDCII, is returning to Pacific Quest this month as a Primary Therapist, working with both our adolescent and young adult clients.

Mark brings more than 17 years of experience supporting youth and families, with an extensive background in residential therapeutic care and integrative treatment models. He is credentialed as both a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Chemical Dependency Counselor.
His therapeutic approach blends multiple evidence-based and experiential modalities, including solution-focused therapy, Jungian depth psychology, eco-psychology, and DBT.

Learn more about our team at Pacific Quest: https://pacificquest.org/our-team/

OUR TEAMLeadership TeamMike McKinneyCEO & Co-FounderSuzanne McKinney, MACo-Founder/Outreach DirectorChris KaiserCo-FounderRob Gent, PhD, LPCChief Clinical OfficerBritta Zimmer, NDChief Medical OfficerKellyn Smythe, MSAdmissions DirectorClinical TeamBrian Konik, Ph.D.Clinical TherapistMark Storey, MA...

01/10/2026

Today, we honor Mind Body Connection Day and celebrate the beautiful harmony between our thoughts, our physical selves, and our deepest inner experiences.

At Pacific Quest, this isn’t just a concept; it’s a living practice woven into everything we do, recognizing how emotions show up in physical experience and how mindful movement, breathing, nourishment, sleep, and awareness can restore balance.

Pacific Quest provides a whole-person journey, where mind and body aren’t separate paths, but two parts of the same transformative adventure.

Here’s to honoring the wisdom of our bodies, the insight of our hearts, and the strength of our minds…today and every day.

12/23/2025

Happy Holidays from all of us at Pacific Quest!

As we reflect on the year, we’re filled with gratitude for the trust our families place in us to walk alongside their loved ones. This season, we celebrate healing and the possibility of new beginnings.

May your holidays be warm, restorative, and full of connection, and wishing you a new year filled with laughter and joy.

12/19/2025

Pacific Quest is grateful to share that this past Saturday, our Young Adult residents participated in a powerful ocean experience aboard a double-hull canoe at Bayfront, made possible by the incredible team at ʻOhana Waʻa Laulima.

Experiences like this honor connection, teamwork, presence, and the healing power of nature.

We’re excited to continue exploring ways to integrate culturally rooted, experiential opportunities like this into the Pacific Quest program experience

12/17/2025

Therapy in motion.
Connection in nature.
Growth that lasts. 🌿🌊

12/12/2025

This is what healing looks like.

Immersive.
Grounded.
Human.

We cultivate lasting change by disrupting cycles of distress and equipping youth and families with the real-world tools they need to thrive — not just survive.

12/03/2025

We’re honored to be featured in Parents for our work addressing youth screen addiction. Thank you, Kellyn Smythe, for sharing your expertise on this critical topic.

Read the full article here via All Kinds of Therapy

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11/27/2025

As the sun rises over Hawaiʻi this Thanksgiving, we’re reminded of the power of nature, intention, and community.

We’re grateful for every student who takes the brave step into the unknown, every family who trusts us, and every member of our team who helps create the healing experiences Pacific Quest is known for.

May today bring connection, clarity, and gratitude — from our PQ ʻohana to yours, Happy Thanksgiving!

11/12/2025

The Role of Family Involvement

We understand that our students don’t suffer in a vacuum. Their families also experience the pain of their setbacks and the joy of their success. Family involvement enhances communication, increases empathy, and develops usable conflict resolution skills. Because, ultimately, for the family to thrive, every individual needs to practice understanding and trust.

Learn more at https://pacificquest.org/families/

11/05/2025

We are proud to offer an enhanced Young Adult Transition Program!

Young Adults who complete this program can now continue their journey to independence with the support and security of established therapeutic relationships.

Plus, families enjoy the continued coaching and support of an expert team of wellness professionals.

Based on a relational model that results in lasting change, PQ’s ultra-customized transitional young adult program is tailored to each resident’s needs.

Contact us today to learn more: Admissions@pacificquest.org

10/30/2025

Why does residential therapy work?
At Pacific Quest, change isn’t just talked about - it’s lived. Through our individualized therapeutic programs, we help residents confront old patterns, step beyond their comfort zones, and gain the tools and confidence to face life.
And we do that every day, for 90 days.
What residents experience:
• 24/7 support & structure to guide every step of the journey
• 90 days of immersive experiences designed to rewire old habits and address root challenges
• Integrated, comprehensive care woven into daily life through individual & family therapy, nature-based experiences, and holistic wellness
• A supportive peer community that reduces isolation, fosters accountability, and encourages empathy
Learn more about Pacific Quest: https://pacificquest.org/

Applying decades of expertise focused on one simple goal…healing families. Pacific Quest provides fully licensed and accredited residential mental healthcare on the Island of Hawaii. Our integrative, individualized approach combines specialized clinical care, nature-based experiences and holistic ...