We didn’t wait for a crisis to create this
We created it to prevent one.
The right space at the right time can change everything—ATC Retreats
To offer young people the space, inspiration and connection they need to remember who they are – and who they desire to be in this world.
the message
Lynne Pedersen
Meet our founder
Founder, ATC Retreats | Advocate, disruptor, true believer in young people
After three decades on the forefront of youth development — helping build two of the nation’s largest programs — Lynne sold her home to create what was missing.
She founded ONE On Campus, a first-of-its-kind nonprofit early-intervention model for teens who need connection, not a diagnosis.
The model worked. It changed lives. And as its success grew, she asked another question:
“If we could shift a young person’s life in just an hour a week… what could happen in one full, intentionally curated week?”
That question became the answer ATC Retreats…
and we have been changing
lives ever since.
Adolescence isn’t a diagnosis.
It’s a stage of development. One filled with emotion, energy, confusion, creativity… and yes, chaos. But it shouldn’t require a mental health crisis to receive meaningful support.
ATC Retreats was created to be a new kind of space.
A powerful pause. A 7-day invitation to reset the story and shift the trajectory – without shame, stigma or labels.
What we believe...
Young people are some of the most intelligent, sensitive, and creative beings on the planet. They just need help navigating the emotions that fuel those gifts.
Self-doubt isn’t a flaw – it’s part of the process.
Not every emotion needs to be medicated away.
Parents aren’t the enemy. And neither are the kids.
We’re not here to fix anyone. We’re here to walk through the fire with them, and come out the other side together.
"This generation is facing unprecedented challenges—uncharted by their parents, teachers, and authority figures—while the standard adolescent stressors exist for them as well..."
ATC is a solution.
A viable one to reduce the escalating rates of depression, anxiety, substance abuse among teens.
What makes ATC different
This is not therapy. But it might be the most therapeutic week of their lives.
Experiential
Every day is filled with real-world activities, from studio tours to beachside debriefs.
Personalized
Each week is custom-built based on who’s attending and what they’re passionate about.
Small Group
There are 8 participants max. Everyone is seen. Everyone is heard.
Story-Driven
We bring in mentors who’ve lived through struggle and built something real.
Cool & Curated
Designed to engage even the most skeptical teen or young adult.
Founder-Led
With Lynne’s decades of expertise behind every moment, conversation, and decision.
We’re not trying to replace therapy, school or family. We’re here to spark something that complements all of it.
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ATC Is:
Who we’re here for
Teens and young adults who are stuck, spinning, or shut down.
Parents who know their child needs that something other than a treatment experience.
School leaders and clinicians seeking inspired, effective alternatives to expulsion or more intensive care when appropriate.
Families who know their loved one needs something - something different.
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Let’s alter the course together.
If you’re reading this, your instinct is already speaking. Whether you’re ready now or need to talk it through – we’re here.
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