209: Addressing Anxiety & OCD with Mountain Valley Techniques: Zack Schafer's 'Fear Less' Insight's

In this enlightening episode of "Stories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors," we sit down with Zack Schafer, the Executive Program Director at Mountain Valley Treatment Center. With a rich background in occupational therapy, Zack opens up about how the center uniquely addresses the challenges faced by young people battling anxiety and OCD. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding exposure response prevention (ERP) therapy, as Zack shares stories aboout this technique as well as juxtaposes ERP with adventure therapy and other ways to address anxiety. The conversation also delves into the intricacies of school phobia and the anxiety maintenance cycle, topics that resonate with many parents and young adults. As a special treat, Zack shares "Fear Less," his brand-new podcast co-hosted alongside Mountain Valley, CEO, Will Laughlin. Tune in to acquire invaluable insights, learn about transformative therapeutic methods, and understand the profound impact of ERP and the great outdoors on mental health. Season 17 of Stories from the Field is focused on Anxiety and is underwritten by Mountain Valley Treatment Center.