Building Life Resilience
Preventive mental health education for young adults.
Our mission is to help foster resilience in young adults by providing essential skills and support for overcoming adversity and enabling them to build a strong, resourceful, and a self-reliant future.
Our Story
Over 35 years ago, our journey began as graduate students at St. Louis University, where a mutual dedication to supporting teens and young adults ignited our shared passion. Recognizing a vital need for specialized assistance, we co-founded Building Life Resilience, committed to empowering this age group. Our program is meticulously crafted to bolster coping mechanisms, communication proficiency, and relational skills, fostering resilience amidst life's trials. Anchored in the St. Louis Metro community, we're enthusiastic about extending these crucial services to nurture the flourishing of our youth.
Meet The Leaders
Cassie Wichlenski
MSW, LCSW
Cassie Wichlenski has worked in mental health for over 30 years working in both inpatient treatment and intensive outpatient care for adolescences and young adults. Most recently running an IOP group for college age students with anxiety, depression, and mood disorders. Cassie has witnessed the increasing need for young adults to be able to feel confident about their abilities to work through challenges.
Micki Fedorchak
MSW
Micki Fedorchak has been a school social worker for over 30 years. Being in public schools has opportunity to work with students with diverse social and emotional challenges. Micki has seen the need for skills teaching, she has seen many students that are not prepared with skills to get through typical challenges and every day communication.