LAVA Solutions
Empowering Maryland's Youth and Young Adults from Underserved Communities
Whether you're looking to grow personally, build community, or create impact—there’s a place for you here.
Join our programs to gain real-world skills, mentorship, and support on your journey toward purpose and wellness.
Attend our workshops for hands-on learning, open conversations, and creative expression centered around your growth.
Support our mission by partnering, donating, or volunteering—help us create spaces where young people feel seen, heard, and empowered.
LAVA Programs
At Lava Solutions, we believe every young person deserves a space to heal, grow, and lead.
Our programs are designed to meet you where you are—whether you’re stepping into your teen years or navigating life’s big transitions.
Explore how L.I.F.E. Ready and R.I.S.E. Up provide guided coaching, skill-building, and real-world opportunities to help you build confidence, find your purpose, and take charge of your future.
L.I.F.E. Ready: Leading Individuals Forward in Excellence
Heal, grow, lead — then earn
L.I.F.E. Ready: Leading Individuals Forward in Excellence
Audience: Adolescents (Ages 13–17)
Duration: 28–32 weeks (Full school year, bi-weekly sessions)
Lead Facilitator: Certified Life Coach (with rotating guest coaches)
Program Overview:
A school-based leadership and wellness initiative where certified life coaches meet bi-weekly with selected students throughout the school year. Each session is anchored in one of the 7 Dimensions of Wellness and weaves in monthly themes, skill-building activities, creative exploration, and brave spaces.
By the end of the year:
Students strengthen their confidence, emotional intelligence, and leadership potential
They’re honored at a formal ceremony celebrating their growth and achievements
They’re connected to jobs, internships, or summer programs through community partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, and city-led initiatives
R.I.S.E. Up:
Rebuilding Identity, Stability, and Empowerment
Navigate, transitions, healing — then growth
R.I.S.E. Up: Rebuilding Identity, Stability, and Empowerment
Audience: Young Adults (Ages 18–24)
Duration: 10 months (Weekly 2-hour sessions)
Lead Facilitator: Certified Life Coach (guest facilitators and peer leaders included)
Program Overview:
A transformative wellness and life coaching journey designed for young adults navigating major transitions—post-high school, post-baby, post-breakup, or post-burnout. Through practical workshops, peer support, and guided reflection, participants explore all 7 Dimensions of Wellness while uncovering purpose, building healthy habits, and forming a vision for their future.
By the end of the program:
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Participants reconnect with their identity and values
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They develop emotional tools and life skills for adulting with confidence
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They walk away empowered and equipped with a next-step plan — whether it’s work, education, or entrepreneurship
Wellness Focus Areas:
Each session centers on one of the 7 Dimensions of Wellness:
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Emotional: Self-worth, emotional intelligence, coping skills
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Physical: Routines, body awareness, rest, nutrition
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Social: Boundaries, communication, healthy relationships
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Spiritual: Inner peace, purpose, cultural and faith-based roots
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Financial: Budgeting, credit, mindset, side hustles
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Occupational: Passion vs. paycheck, work-life balance, job readiness
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Intellectual: Curiosity, learning styles, healing your inner student
Discover LAVA Services
At LAVA Solutions, we offer more than just programs—we create pathways to healing, growth, and purpose. Whether you're looking for one-on-one coaching, mentorship, or transformative workshops, our services are designed to meet you where you are and support where you're going. Explore how we help young people rise through real tools, real talk, and real community.
Satisfaction Guarantee
Your growth matters to us. That’s why we stand behind every service we offer with a satisfaction guarantee. If something doesn’t feel right, we’ll work with you to make it better—because your healing, progress, and trust come first.