Impact & Stories

Stories of Strength & Hope

You’re not alone. Everyone struggles. Explore the testimonials below and learn how Posttraumatic Growth can lead to lasting, meaningful, and positive change.

I got my husband back, my kids got their father back. Thank you.

A Boulder Crest family

Stories of Transformation

Every story in this written collection is a reminder that even in life’s darkest seasons, hope can take root in unexpected ways. At Boulder Crest, we witness transformation every day. Stories of those forged in the fires of their struggle. Stories of triumph. Stories of inspiration. Stories of growth. Here are a few of them.

Brian Wilson: Out of the Dust

USMC officer Brian Wilson carried the trauma of a deadly patrol in Ramadi for over a decade. At Boulder Crest, he discovered that the instincts that once kept him alive could also help him grow, reconnect, and show up fully for the life he fought to keep.

Monica Prieto: Behind the Badge, Beyond the Job

Backed by her Chief and Boulder Crest’s Struggle Well program, Deputy Chief Monica Prieto helped reshape the Tucson Police Department into a place where wellness and growth are part of the foundation. That transformation began with her own story.

Ian Ricci: The Will to Want

Wounded in a roadside bomb attack in Iraq, Ian Ricci returned home carrying more than physical scars. He arrived at Boulder Crest going through the motions, unsure whether healing was even possible. But one moment during Warrior PATHH sparked a shift that changed everything.

Stories of Strength Film Series

Our short film series reminds us that even in our darkest moments, there is cause for hope.

From Trauma to Triumph

Watch and listen to the real, unfiltered voices of people who’ve faced life’s hardest moments and found strength and hope on the other side.

Struggle Well

PTG at Work

Listen to our Struggle Well podcast for inspirational stories of strength and hope.

Family R&R Spotlight

“Before we came to Boulder Crest, we were existing more than thriving. After returning home, the family dynamic has been different. There is closeness in a variety of simple ways. Watching them smile and seeing the joy on their faces has been tremendous. If I can give a shout out or advice to a family who is struggling and thinking about coming here, I would say you deserve to be here. You deserve to have a better life.”

— Gabe & Family

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Get the Transformed by Trauma book

Transformed by Trauma captures the incredible true stories of combat veterans and military and veteran family members who have transformed loss into gain, and pain into purpose.

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