Jean-Pierre Kallanian, EdM, has worked with hundreds of adolescents from diverse backgrounds in secure and residential programs in the Massachusetts juvenile justice system. He has seen and dealt with just about every teenage situation including runaways, gangs, assaultive behaviors, substance abuse, mental health, and self-harm.

Jean-Pierre has led and advised staff on forming effective working relationships with some of the state’s most difficult youth, many of whom were guilty of serious and violent offenses and had traumatic histories of abuse and neglect. Additionally, he has spoken internationally, advocating for the rights of youth in conflict with the law and their social reintegration.

In addition to providing personal coaching, Jean-Pierre supports institutions or organizations interested in improving services to young people. For more information go to: www.epiconsulting.org.