Welcome to Choose
Connection Academy
Welcome to Choose Connection Academy's onboarding! We're thrilled to
have you join our community of couples committed to healing and growth.
This presentation will guide you through our program, systems, and
resources to help you get the most out of your journey with us.
Your Program Overview
This presentation will guide you through the key aspects of your journey with Choose Connection Academy:
1Understanding Our Business Structure
Learn about Choose Connection Academy and Daring Ventures.
2Accessing Your Materials
Discover how to find all your education program content and resources.
3Coaching Sessions
Details on scheduling and making the most of your coaching.
4Connecting in our Online Community
Where to sign up to engage with our Circle Community using our dedicated communication platform.
5Connecting to Dr. Jake for 1-1 Coaching
Where to sign up for Volley to get 1-1 coaching directly from Dr. Jake
6Working the Program
Strategies for effective engagement and maximizing your growth.
Our Organization: CCA vs. Daring Ventures
Daring Ventures
Focuses on therapeutic services:
Individual therapy and coaching
Customized intensives for individuals and couples
Specialized men's empathy and recovery groups
Specialized women's betrayal trauma and recovery groups
*CCA members often receive discounts on Daring Ventures
services. If you're interested in Daring Ventures Resources
email Pam@DaringVentures.com and we'll connect you.
Choose Connection Academy (CCA)
An educational organization offering:
Digital education and coaching
Weekly group coaching sessions
Private message coaching with Dr. Jake
Monthly expert Assemblies
Online communities for men and women
Quick (20 minute) coaching sessions for women
Optional add on Full Group Coaching support
While Daring Ventures focuses on therapy under HIPAA regulations, CCA is an educational organization that maintains
confidentiality while providing valuable learning resources and support.
Accessing Your Learning
Materials
1
Login Information
You'll receive an email with your
login credentials including:
Login link to the learning
platform
Your email as your
username
A system-generated
password (changeable)
Your CCA Login is here:
https://daringventures.kar
tra.com/portal/Xf8kKd7Mv
Qa4
2
Navigation Tools
The platform includes helpful
navigation features:
Search function to find
specific content
Profile settings to change
your password
"Favorite" option to
bookmark important pages
Site map for a complete
overview of content
3
Content Structure
+
Each module includes:
Video lessons with chapter markers
Downloadable audio versions
Downloadable Couples exercises and reflection questions
+ Preview only members will see limited content. To unlock full
access please send an email to Pam@DaringVentures.com for
more information.
Finding Your Coaching Sessions
The "Coaching Sessions" link provides access to all your
scheduled sessions and resources:
Weekly couples group coaching session links
Monthly CCA Assembly links for expert guest speakers
Question submission form for coaching sessions
"Hot seat" volunteer sign-up for short personalized
coaching during the group meeting
If you're logged in, the Level 1 link is here:
https://daringventures.kartra.com/portal/Xf8kKd7MvQa
4/post/549
Be sure to add these meeting dates to your calendar! You can
copy the Zoom link directly into your calendar events for easy
access.
All sessions are recorded and include timestamps and
summaries for easy reference later. They can be found on the
left sidebar menu by date.
You can favorite this page to for easy reference by clicking the
g
icon on the top right. This will add a
g
to your top right
menu.
Connecting in our Online Community
Click to join:
Women's Level 1 Registration Link
Men's Level 1 Registration Link
Anchor Assembly
Access Dr. Jake's valuable "Anchor Assembly" videos
containing paradigm-shifting recovery principles that can
transform your understanding and approach.
Connecting to Dr. Jake for 1-1 Coaching
Private Messaging
You can send private video or text messages to Dr. Jake through the Volley platform and receive a video coaching message back
(usually within 2-3 business days).
Important:
+ Video messages are limited to 3 minutes (so please plan what you want to ask.)
+ Send them from within the CCA space (not your personal space).
Here's your Volley link: Start with Volley here
Each person needs to create their own Volley account using their personal email to ensure proper placement in the
appropriate groups.
Working the Program
Together
Complete Your Couples Intention Agreement
(Found in Module 0)
Set clear intentions together about how you'll work through
the program. Discuss schedule, time commitment, and how
you'll handle obstacles. Email your completed agreement to
Pam@DaringVentures.com.
Be Flexible With Your Approach
Adjust your schedule and pace as needed. Use chapter
markers to break videos into manageable segments.
Remember that doing a little together is better than doing
nothing at all.
Track Progress & Celebrate Success
Document your journey and celebrate milestones. Recognize
that getting stuck is normal and have a plan for when it
happens. Remember to reach out for help when needed.
Suggested Steps to learn new skills together:
Download/ Review the handouts and
exercises first.
1.
Watch the videos in digestible chunks - use
the chapters feature on the play bar.
2.
Start with 5-15 minutes of video and 5-15
minutes of exercises
3.
It's ok if you get stuck or stall out - this is all
new.
4.
When you get stuck, or have questions,
bring them to the Group Coaching
Meeting, or ask Dr. Porter via Volley Private
messaging.
5.
Celebrate success! We start each meeting
asking for relationship success stories.
Bring your wins to share with the group.
6.
Women's Resources
One-on-One Quick Coaching
Steph Farnsworth offers free 20-30 minute coaching sessions
for women as part of your CCA membership.
Coaching Focus:
Non-judgmental, unbiased support
Couple-centered recovery approach
Validation, Connection and Betrayal Trauma informed and
Couple-Centered Guidance
Make and appoint on Steph's calendar by accessing the
"Tools" menu here.
Women's Betrayal Trauma Group
Steph Farnsworth and Pam Blizzard offer an optional add-on
group sessions for (CCA wives only) offered on Fridays at 12pm
Eastern.
Group Benefits:
Safe space to be seen and heard
Practice Connection
Validation and Guidance
Trauma-informed support
Learn more about this additional group by visiting the
"Tools" menu.
These resources recognize that betrayed spouses often need additional support on their healing journey while partners learn new
skills at different rates.
Your Journey Begins Now
Reach Out When Stuck
Don't be shy about asking questions
or seeking help. Isolation is the worst
thing for recovery. Your questions
help everyone learn and grow.
Provide Feedback
We want your suggestions! This
program continues to evolve based
on member feedback. Your input
helps us improve the experience for
everyone.
Engage With the Community
Those who engage most fully
through hot seats, messages, and
participation form deeper
connections and see greater
progress.
Thank you for entrusting us with your journey. We're honored to be part of your story and committed to helping you succeed.
Remember, the work may be challenging, but that's where growth happens.
Welcome to the Choose Connection Academy family!