Freedom Youth AU – Empowering Young People Through Mentorship and Healing

Alycia Burton’s passion for helping young people has taken shape in a truly transformative initiative: Freedom Youth AU. Founded as a registered charity, this program is dedicated to supporting youth and young adults facing mental health challenges, providing them with tools, guidance, and experiences to heal, grow, and discover their purpose.

Who the Program Supports

Freedom Youth AU offers live-in programs in Queensland, Australia, for young people aged 10 to 25. The programs are designed to provide a safe and nurturing environment where participants can work through past trauma, build confidence, and develop life skills that will support them long-term.

Over more than a decade, Alycia Burton and her team of holistic mentors, counselors, psychologists, and volunteers have positively impacted over 3,500 youth across Australia, New Zealand, and the USA.

Program Offerings

Freedom Youth AU’s programs are varied, holistic, and designed to meet the needs of young people at different stages:

• Young Women’s Programs – Tailored to help participants heal from their past, discover their talents and dreams, and develop the skills to live a life on purpose.
• Emergency Suicide Prevention – A 7–14 day live-in program providing round-the-clock care and support for youth and young adults in acute mental health crises.
• Youth & Young Adult 4-Day Live-In Retreats – Focused on individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, or suicidal tendencies, these retreats create a supportive environment for emotional healing and personal growth.

Holistic Approach

The programs integrate a wide range of therapeutic methods, including equine-assisted therapy, breathwork, art therapy, and somatic therapy. Horses play a central role, helping participants develop trust, patience, and self-confidence, while other modalities support emotional regulation, trauma recovery, and personal development.

Alycia’s Vision

For Alycia Burton, Freedom Youth AU is more than just a program — it’s a mission. She believes every young person has potential waiting to be unlocked, and through mentorship, connection, and hands-on support, they can learn to overcome challenges and live purposeful lives.

To learn more or get involved, visit the official website: Freedom Youth AU.