The Institute for Girls Development is committed to empowering girls, women, and gender-expansive individuals through a range of caring and comprehensive therapy services. Established in 2004, the Institute offers individual, couple, and family therapy, group therapy, parent coaching, and workshops designed to build resilience, confidence, and compassion. Additionally, they provide assessment services, community education, and professional training for educators and mental health professionals.

Their approach is culturally responsive and strength-based, focusing on the individual, relational, and societal levels to support positive change. The Institute collaborates with clients to determine the best methods to assist them in reaching their goals and finding their authentic voice. Their CEO and founder, Dr. Melissa J. Johnson, leads a team of expert clinicians dedicated to empowering individuals of all ages to find their zest for life in a more just world.

For those interested in their services, the Institute offers no-cost, no-commitment consultations to discuss questions, goals, and needs. Through dynamic workshops and parent education talks, they aim to support growth, mindfulness, happiness, and hardiness in individuals and their communities.