Insight Into Wellbeing Program

Through Discovery and Understanding We Expand our Minds and Transform Lives

“This program taught me that there is hope, there is a way out…Hope starts with a thought.”
— Jordan Brimlow, Former Insight to Wellbeing Participant

The Insight Alliance's flagship initiative, Insight to Wellbeing, is an evidence-based, group dialogue program.

Insight to Wellbeing is a 10-week program that helps participants understand how thoughts and feelings shape their experience. We believe no one is broken—our role is to help people rediscover their innate wisdom through insight and reflection.

Sessions are held weekly for 1–1.5 hours in groups of 10–15. The program blends guided discussion with personal reflection, creating a safe space for participants to deepen self-awareness and navigate challenges like trauma, addiction, incarceration, and everyday stress.

The impact is real. Research shows Insight to Wellbeing reduces depression, anxiety, and violence, with many participants reporting greater self-belief, emotional stability, and a renewed sense of purpose. Our goal is to break harmful cycles and support youth and adults in building more resilient, hopeful lives.

Where We Serve

The Insight to Wellbeing program is making a profound impact across Oregon in correctional facilities, schools, and community organizations. Our current locations include:

NW Regional Re-entry Center - Portland, OR
Tigard High School - Tigard, OR
Alice Ott Middle School - Portland, OR
Oak Creek Youth Correctional Facility - Albany, OR

Columbia River Correctional Institution (CRCI) - Portland, OR
Coffee Creek Correctional Facility (CCCF) - Wilsonville, OR
MacLaren Youth Correctional Facility - Woodburn, OR
Inverness Jail - Portland, OR
Harmony Academy High School

Additionally, we partner with community organizations such as:

Morrison Child & Family Services
Parrott Creek Child & Family Services
Metro
Multnomah County
Latino Network
Qizhjeh Vena Alaska

In select facilities, we also offer dedicated mentor groups for program graduates who are passionate about deepening their understanding and supporting their peers.

Why Choose The Insight to Wellbeing Program?

Evidence-Based Curriculum: Developed in collaboration with The Spark Initiative (Florida) and Beyond Recovery (UK), our curriculum has been rigorously tested and proven effective in diverse settings.
Strengths-Focused Approach: We believe in the resilience and potential within every human, regardless of past experiences.
Experienced Facilitators: Our team of trained facilitators bring compassion, lived experience, presence, and dedication to every session.
Lasting Impact: The program has consistently demonstrated reductions in anxiety, depression, anger, and impulsivity, while increasing emotional regulation, stress resilience, and connectedness.

“This class helped me see the value—or lack of value—I give my thoughts. It created space for epiphanies and showed me the power of applying this in my life. I’ve found relief, peace and healing from a decade of self-destruction and pain. For that I’m forever grateful.”

RG, Maclaren Youth participant

Program Overview

The program is delivered over 10 weekly sessions that provide a comprehensive understanding of how the mind works and how this understanding can lead to meaningful change: