When you enroll in Arete Transitions, you join a community of individuals working to better themselves. Arete encourages and empowers participants to develop their own course for their lives.  While we provide guidance and support, you set goals for yourself and implement plans to achieve those goals. 

The AT community provides fun and adventurous opportunities to expand your world. Each weekend, there will be different recreational adventures and opportunities to get outside and try something new. Whether it be ski trips in the winter, fall foliage hikes, or a weekend-long paddling adventure, you’re sure to have plenty of opportunities to play hard.

The relationships built at Arete help participants get to where they want to be. You will have a team of coaches, tutors and advisors who support you and cheer you on. You will be a part of a positive peer culture. Participants support and encourage each other in creating a network of hard working self-motivated individuals. Living together and working through life’s challenges alongside each other builds strong and healthy friendships.

Our staff is made up of experienced coaches, counselors, and educators dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. Each team member brings a wealth of knowledge and a genuine commitment to support your journey. They are here to guide you, offer insights, and encourage you every step of the way. With their help, you’ll build confidence and discover new strengths in a supportive, goal-oriented environment.

Nestled in the vibrant city of Burlington, Vermont, Arete Transitions offers a unique blend of city life and outdoor adventure. This prime location allows participants to enjoy a close-knit, supportive community with access to the natural beauty of Vermont. From Lake Champlain to the Green Mountains, the region is filled with opportunities for recreation and reflection. Burlington’s rich culture and welcoming environment make it an ideal place for personal growth and exploration.

Arete Transitions empowers participants to achieve the goals they set for themselves. Participants are encouraged to take ownership of their goals and our team supports and guides them to commit to the process it takes to achieve goals. Arete staff creates the means for success through structure and support.

IParticipants get the opportunity to practice independent living in a supportive, safe and structured environment. Arete Transitions provides the framework for participants to effectively engage in an independent lifestyle that is both sustainable and enjoyable.

Participants can choose to pursue an education at one of the many post secondary education options in the Burlington area. Arete provides academic coaching and tutoring. Participants overcome prior academic challenges and unlock their potential.

Burlington has many opportunities for participants to find meaningful work. Whether it’s a part time job to generate income or an internship to further career development, the career counseling service helps participants find and sustain jobs and internships.

Achieving goals can be challenging. The community of participants hold each other accountable by encouraging and supporting their fellow participants. The team at Arete provides accountability for participants through regular meetings with coaches.

By partnering with Arete Counseling Services, participants create individualized plans to fulfill the goals they have outlined. Individual, group, and family therapy are integrated into the experience to help build from strengths, explore obstacles, address emotional challenges, and practice strategies to cope with the inevitable stressors that arise.

Participants are equipped with the knowledge and resources to live their healthiest lives. By focusing on physical activity, food as fuel, and mindfulness, participants at Arete enjoy a holistic approach to healthy living. With many options available, participants are able to create a health plan that is sustainable and suits their individual needs.