Don't worry, Kat, you don't have to justify yourself to anyone. You know what you are doing is the right thing and that you are doing it with a good heart. Your intent is to help kids from being abused in residential treatment facilities, boot camps, behavior modification programs, etc., etc., etc.
You are always going to have those who will have something negative to say, no matter what. Just remember what you are doing and why, keep focused, always tell the truth, as I know you do, and you go get 'em, girl!!!!
~ Your friend ~