About Diligent Parent

At Diligent we are committed to our belief that all individuals can make positive changes in their lives, regardless of the nature of their problems.

We believe that all of our clients are worthy of a physically and emotionally safe environment. A safe and structured environment provides direction as our clients seek to make good and life-changing decisions.

We understand that marvelous changes can and do take place as our clients become aware of their many strengths and limitations. For these significant events to occur in the lives of our clients there must be a commitment to the process of change.

Our Mission

In partnership with parents, family, and community, our mission as consultants and counselors is to provide safe and professional communication and facilitate a mutual relationship to instruct those who may be in crisis and in need of confidential care. We provide services through a program of intervention, assessment, and professional therapeutic and academic resources and referrals.

Meet the Team

Our people and experience make the difference.

Boyd Hooper

Founder/Consultant

Boyd has worked with at-risk youth and families for over 25 years. He has owned and operated four residential treatment programs and has worked as a business and behavioral health consultant. Boyd loves to coach, teach, and spend time with his family in his spare time.

Kristin Jerman

Financial Director

Kristin has 20 years of experience helping companies achieve business growth. As an administrator, she has helped half a dozen law offices and dental practices with revenue growth. Kristin also has start-up experience, assisting in incubating and the sale of two additional businesses. She loves to travel, garden, and spend time with family and her dog Piper.

Jessica Morrison

Client Care

Jessica works as our client advocate and schedules consultations. She has worked for the past 10 years in office administration, sales, and customer service. "Exceeding the client's expectations," is her motto. Jessica loves being a mom, traveling, family and great food!

Cody Johnson, LCSW

Clinical Therapist

Cody is our clinical therapist for assessment and referral. His approach is holistic, focusing on practical tools that help clients understand their experiences, not just label them. Cody utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for trauma and aiding clients to identify emotional and psychological needs with a whole-person perspective.

We Understand. We Can Help.

Our motto reflects our commitment to every client. We understand adolescence and young adulthood can be difficult and often painful. At Diligent we help our clients identify their strengths and develop purpose in their lives as they look to the future with a strong foundation and leadership structure to guide them.

Relationships

We have been committed to excellence and positive outcomes for clients and their families for over 20 years. This commitment is possible because we've directly owned, operated, and have numerous relationships with "Best of Class" treatment and academic programs and schools nationwide.

Experience

Our staff and professional resources are highly trained, dedicated, experienced, and fully licensed or certified.

Advocacy

Our team reviews client progress every week, to review treatment plans that meet their needs and abilities. Appropriate family members are encouraged to be members of our consultation team.

"Individual commitment to a group effort--that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work." - Vince Lombardi