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Build mental resilience
Manage stress & anxiety
Improving relationships
Cope with trauma/PTSD
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A Comunity of Care
The purpose of BIS is to provide Charities and Community groups that support individuals struggling with mild-to-moderate mental health issues (depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relationships, boundaries and addiction) with anonymous access to the Inward Strong platform for their members.
Inward Strong is more than an award-winning digital wellness system, it's a community of people and companies that believe everyone deserves the opportunity to "Be Inward Strong". The Inward Strong platform helps people take control of their mental wellness, improve mental fitness, and build psychological capital.
The BIS program is possible because of Tokens of Gratitude™ Individuals and organizations accumulate tokens each time they engage with the platform to boost their Mental Health. The Inward Strong Community's pooled tokens empower BIS to extend program access to those seeking support.
A therapeutic approach.
Inward Strong was crafted by seasoned therapists to make their knowledge and best-practised techniques, typically reserved for therapy sessions, available 24/7 to all who need it. Presented by licensed clinicians, the program's videos establish a therapeutic connection.
The program follows CBT and other therapeutic modalities, offering insights and tools to address current and future challenges, to build mental fitness and wellness.
Who's it for?
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People with mild-to-moderate mental health challenges.
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Individuals aiming to enhance their mental fitness.
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Those providing support to others facing difficulties.
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Individuals in therapy who want supplementary support.
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People on a therapy waitlist seeking immediate support.
Challenges we explore.
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anxiety
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depression
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post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
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relationship issues
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phobias
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addictions
Simple to Implement
Add your portal URL to your community or website for those seeking help, invite individuals, or post your pamphlet with a QR code in your locations.
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Support more people;
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Offer a 24/7 resource;
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Reach individuals unable or not yet ready to receive one-on-one care.
Anonymous, 24/7 Access
From assessments, personally-curated care pathways, and pre-recorded-guided video sessions, to interactive techniques. Inward Strong's digital solution scales and is available day or night.
80% of users report reduced symptoms and significant improvement in coping (CAMH)
Outstanding Contributions in Addiction (The American Counseling Association)
Outstanding Service in Mental Health (Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals)
Best Health Technology
Innovator Award
We Help People Live Happier
Thanks for all your help and support. The tools that you taught me will stick with me always!
- Candice
Our Story
We're on a mission to make mental health a right, not a privilege
2008
Clinician Paul Radkowski witnesses the devastating impact of limited mental health and addiction services in the Northwest Territories firsthand. Motivated by this dire need, he endeavors to create a program that brings evidence-based resources from the frontline online, offering accessibility to anyone in need.
2010
Upon returning to his practice in Waterloo, Ontario, clinician Paul Radkowski, alongside fellow clinician Monique Peats, embarked on designing and co-founding the Life Recovery Program. This wellness system aims to provide remote support and care for individuals grappling with addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders.
To-Date
LRP-Inward Strong has garnered numerous awards and earned significant recognition. It has been court-mandated in both the US and Canada. Most importantly, this wellness system has positively impacted thousands of individuals and families, contributing to the preservation of jobs, relationships, and lives.
2024
A newly revitalized platform and wellness system, centered on enhancing mental fitness, psychological capital, and aiding individuals with mild-to-moderate mental health concerns, is introduced under the name Inward Strong.
The Program Creators
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The Inward Strong wellness system was founded by Paul Radkowski and Monique Peats, seasoned psychotherapists, subject matter expert authors, and professional speakers, boasting over 55 years of collective experience.
"Our motivation stemmed from witnessing too many individuals suffering due to a lack of access to therapy and the gaps within the system. With a longstanding therapist shortage and many regions lacking sufficient care, we felt compelled to develop a platform accessible to everyone, round-the-clock."
Our Wellness System comprises a comprehensive set of evidence-based therapies and techniques delivered digitally and through video, addressing a broad range of mental health afflictions while also providing effective preventative and proactive mental fitness resources.
The award-winning system has been tested, peer-reviewed, or professionally recognized by McMaster University, CAMH, Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals, American Counselling Association, EENet magazine, and SPARK magazine.