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At BasePoint, healing doesn’t stop with clinical care—it extends into the classroom, the workplace, and the long-term success of each client. This philosophy comes to life through the expansion of our Education and Vocational Services department, led by Kiala Albright, Director of Education and Vocational Services.
With a background in school counseling and crisis intervention, Kiala brings deep insight into the unique challenges teens and young adults face during and after treatment. “We’re not just helping clients stabilize emotionally,” Kiala explains. “We’re equipping them—and their support systems—with tools to thrive academically and vocationally once they leave our care.”
A key focus of Kiala’s team is building strong, individualized academic re-entry plans, a process that includes training and collaborating with school districts across Texas. BasePoint is actively investing in educators by offering tools and one-pagers that can be incorporated into 504 and IEP plans, helping bridge the gap between treatment and classroom reintegration. These resources include identifying stressors, accommodations, coping strategies, and supportive contact points—ensuring students return to school with the structure they need to succeed.
This summer, the Arlington clinic launched a pilot of BasePoint’s vocational elective program for young adults, known as Launching My Life. Clients participate in career-mapping sessions, resume development, and interview prep. The program uses interest inventories to guide participants toward meaningful career paths, while also addressing mental health challenges that may hinder career confidence or readiness.
Looking ahead, the department is exploring partnerships with local trade schools, colleges, and technical training programs to expand offerings for both adolescent and adult clients. The goal is to create individualized vocational plans that meet clients where they are—and grow with them over time.
“Our work is deeply personal and tailored,” Kiala says. “Whether it’s a teen returning to high school or a young adult exploring career opportunities, we want them to feel seen, supported, and set up for what’s next.”
At BasePoint, we’re not just treating mental health—we’re helping clients build their futures.