Breaking Cycles

Based on information available from the World Health Organization and the Center for Disease Control (United States), overall mental health issues increased 13% over a 10 year period (from 2013 to 2023). That is an overarching problem plaguing most communities in the United States. Some of the negative behavior patterns and habits exhibited in our youth and young adults has been attributed to severe mental health issues, however others may be suffering from poor subconscious programming and environmental cues. This can be seen in our recidivism rates.

According to the National Institute of Justice, the United States has some of the highest recidivism rates in the world with almost 45% of ex-offenders released returning back to incarceration before the first year is out. The number for rearrest is drastically higher. Based on data collected by Worldmetric.org, for youth offenders the rearrest rate is as high as 80% with an average of 75% within three years for those released from detention.

These trends underscore the growing need for effective programs and mentorship for at-risk youth and young adults across the country.

How Can We Assist In Solving These Issues?

Online data platform World Population Review states that one of the key ways to address issues such as crime and recidivism is "to implement evidence-based programming that emphasizes cognitive-behavioral strategies, coupled with positive reinforcement that can help them recognize and feel good about positive behavior." (World Population Review 2024)

One of the key issues mentioned above was “Credibility of Programs and Facilitators”. Statistics provided by several previous programs, such as Cure Violence; Homeboy Industries; YouthBuild; and many more, show that programs led by formerly at-risk youth and young adults can be highly effective, particularly when they leverage the lived experiences of their leaders to build trust, provide relatable role models, and foster cultural competence.

TACP (Tru' Alchemi Consulting & Publishing) is here to offer programs and materials led by a credible messenger and mentor who was once considered at-risk and now has a professional coaching background. Wellness Specialist, Coach Mike D.A. has spent close to two decades structuring the necessary method (including techniques from behavior modification psychology, personal development philosophies, and sociology) to transform his life and those he has worked with over that time period. He’s now ready to share the journey on a larger scale and will show participants how to achieve:

Self-Accountability
Self-Discipline
Holistic Responsibility

Who Is Coach Mike D.A.?

Coach Mike D.A. hit rock bottom in his life by the age of 26. He went from owning his first house at 19 years old to sleeping on the floor of a federal prison cell several years later. He did a total of 10 years throughout the United States Bureau of Prisons system (with another one year spent in ODYS when he was 17).

A decade later, Coach Mike D.A. emerged back into society as a changed man that stepped into the roles of a wellness expert, youth coach, and entrepreneur. He even became an executive director of a non-profit and partnered with dozens of community organizations and politicians in the process. He has experienced and overcome mental health issues, substance abuse, homelessness, and recidivism.

Coach Mike D.A. continues his mission to guide at-risk youth and young adults into improving their lives with TACP by collaborating with other like-minded organizations and government agencies. Join him in providing the necessary personal development resources to those in our community who need them the most.

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What's The Solution?

“The Journey of Breaking Cycles: How To Improve Your Life In NINE PROVEN Steps”

Coach Mike D.A. has designed a book, workbook, videos, and virtual sessions to provide community leaders with a set of tools to reach people who may have been deemed unreachable before through other materials and inspiration.

His unique background and knowledge lends street-credibility mixed with formal education to speak among both “hardened individuals” and academic intellectuals. The mission is to be more effective change agents guiding at-risk individuals into productive lives.

"The Journey of Breaking Cycles" outlines nine steps that participants will follow in order to change their behavior and habits. In addition, they are offered practical guidelines for organizing their time, finding their purpose, and improving their financial literacy.

DISCLAIMER: This work is not intended to replace the services of licensed psychiatrists, therapists, or social workers for clinically diagnosed individuals. Instead, it offers supplemental materials that support the efforts of licensed professionals in the behavioral health field. Our guidelines are developed by someone with firsthand experience from an at-risk background, adding credibility to the services offered by our partner organizations.

"The Journey of Breaking Cycles" Core Book

(83 pages)
"The Journey of Breaking Cycles" Workbook

(29 pages)
"The Journey of Breaking Cycles" Videos

(Less Than 10 Minutes Each)
"The Journey of Breaking Cycles" Virtual Sessions

(Contact Us To Learn More About This Option)

Second Chances Start With Breaking Negative Cycles

What's Currently Available for At-Risk Individuals?

What Are The Issues With The Current Offerings?

How Can We Assist In Solving These Issues?

Who Is Coach Mike D.A.?

What's The Solution?

“The Journey of Breaking Cycles: How To Improve Your Life In NINE PROVEN Steps”

How Can You Add This Set of Tools To Your Organization?

Not Sure Which Package Will Be Best For Your Organization?

"I was in a dark place when I spoke with Coach Mike D.A. and read his book. Afterwards, I saw things differently. Later, the issue that was troubling me disappeared."