Building Lasting Success Together (BLAST Programs), located in Altadena, California, is dedicated to creating meaningful social, academic, and employment opportunities for children, teens, and young adults. Since its founding in 1997 by Dr. Peter Gero, BLAST has been recognized for its hallmark Social Skills program, originally designed to help children struggling to make and maintain friendships. Today, BLAST offers a range of group-based intervention programs for ages 5 through 24, incorporating active games, discussions, and guided activities that foster communication, independence, and confidence. These programs are supported through the California Regional Center system as well as private pay, ensuring accessibility for families seeking a safe and nurturing environment where participants feel respected, included, and empowered.

Over the years, BLAST has expanded to include summer camps, holiday programs, adaptive skills training, and community integration, offering participants opportunities to succeed both within structured therapeutic groups and in real-world settings. Owned and operated by Dr. Katie Enney, Psy.D., and Dr. Peter Gero, LMFT, BLAST is guided by licensed professionals committed to the highest standards of psychological care and ethical practice. Supported by a dedicated team of therapists, educators, and psychology students, BLAST provides supervision and personalized guidance to ensure every participant experiences growth and success. Through compassionate leadership and structured interventions, BLAST continues to fulfill its mission of helping individuals build lasting success together.