Improving the lives of adolescents and their families.
Officially incorporated as a Florida nonprofit organization in April 2025 (501(c)(3) status pending), JOYN INC was founded on a simple but critical premise: adolescents need a joyful place to belong. We are dedicated to providing a comprehensive community hub in Naples, FL, that bridges the gap between alternative education, mental health support, and family resilience.
Whether navigating neurodiversity, seeking unique abilities accommodations, or simply looking for a safer, more structured social environment, JOYN INC is here to connect families with the resources they need to thrive.
We started this community because we saw a real need for a different kind of space for teenagers—one where they don't have to perform, mask, or fit into a rigid box just to belong. We know that a sense of belonging and making meaningful connections helps people develop a positive mindset, a healthy self-esteem, and fills them with joy.
As parents and educators, we watched standard systems leave too many creative, unique, and sensitive adolescents feeling isolated or overwhelmed. We knew there had to be a better way to support both the mental well-being of young people and the peace of mind of the parents raising them. So, we created JOYn.
We wanted to create a soft landing place that bridges the gap between academics, social life, and emotional well-being. JOYn isn’t just a facility or a checklist of programs; it is a living, breathing community. Whether a teen is navigating a non-traditional school year, looking for their core group of friends, needing somewhere to relax, or simply needing an adult mentor who truly listens, they have a seat at our table.
We are deeply committed to protecting the joyful, messy, beautiful journey of growing up. We walk alongside your family with open arms, real resources, and a shared belief that every single teenager deserves a place where they are fully seen, celebrated, and supported.
At the heart of JOYn is a team dedicated to building a safe, uplifting community for your family. We are parents, educators, and advocates who believe every teenager deserves a place to truly connect, belong, and be filled with joy.
Beth co-founded JOYN with a deep commitment to building a warm, holistic environment where teenagers can truly thrive. She believes academic success and emotional well-being are naturally intertwined. Beth founded the School at JOYn to balance flexible educational support with comforting emotional and social guidance. She is also the owner and handler of our beloved onsite therapy dogs. Holding a master’s degree in anthropology and museum studies, Beth brings many years of experience leading educational programs at various museums throughout the Southeast. Her primary goal is to ensure that from the very moment a teen walks through our doors, they know they are completely seen, supported, and safe.
Dominique’s journey with JOYN began when she recognized a critical need for proactive, positive spaces for teenagers right here in Collier County. Driven by a passion to support youth mental health before a crisis hits, she envisioned a welcoming environment where local teens could safely spend their time, connect, and grow. Today, Dominique keeps that founding mission grounded and moving forward. Deeply committed to our nonprofit roots, Dominique works tirelessly to strengthen our community ties, ensuring we remain a reliable, accessible, and deeply trusted resource for local families.
Cathy’s involvement with Joyn began with an unexpected invitation to be a part of the team. She has traveled a long journey of healing from childhood trauma that lead her to learn how to manage anxiety and depression in her adult life. Through various types of therapy and other studies along the way, she learned that it is vital for her mental health to make space in her days for stillness, movement, creating and connecting with others. She comes to JOYn with experience and passion for teaching art as well as yoga. Most recently, she completed Level 1 of YogaFaith’s Yoga Therapy program where she learned about the power of breathing practices, the importance of gentle movement, the deep impacts of trauma and that healing happens slowly. She is a mom to Michael (14 years old), Maryn (12 years old) and their goldendoodle, Emy (5 years old). She is blessed to have an amazing husband supporting her on her healing journey. She is eager to give back to the community by supporting JOYn through leading clubs and learning from the students along the way.