April 15, 2013

"The History & Effectiveness of Wilderness Therapy" Guest: Dr. Will White, Co-founder of Summit Achievement Academy Dr. White discusses with our audience how the field of Wilderness Therapy can be traced back to the late 1800's but little has been written about its complex history until now. Today's teenagers are exposed to environments where peer pressure, drugs, violence, sex and financial instability affect both behavior and perception of life. Wilderness therapeutic programs encourage and challenge them to succeed through experiential learning and therapy, without the aid of modern conveniences. The focus is on experiential learning, team work, natural consequences and the development of healthy coping skills. Listen and learn about the evolution of Wilderness Therapy.