WILDERNESS THERAPY BLOG

MENTAL HEALTH ARTICLES AND RESOURCES
FOR PARENTS OF STRUGGLING TEENS

Wilderness Weekly

Every week we post notes and updates from the field so parents can follow along and know what their teen experienced during the previous week. Click below to read our most recent update, or dive into previous reports to get a sense of what life is like at Outback.

Wilderness Weekly 3.3.23

Photo Credite: Alyssa, “ERV” @ outBACK Goannas: This week the Goannas started out with enthusiasm and spirit. Welcoming in a new student with joy and

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Wilderness Weekly 2.25.23

Goannas: The Goannas had an exciting week filled with beautiful sights. adrenaline fueled games, and stunning conflict resolution skills. The Goannas went far this week

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MENTAL HEALTH ARTICLES

Browse the articles and resources our mental health experts created to help parents and families of struggling teens.

Finding your identity in wilderness

A Conversation With Kristi Riecker, MA, CMHC How it started  Kristi Kiecker is a licensed clinician who works alongside Clinical Director, Greg Burnham, LMFT, as

Who You Are Is a Discovery made Together

A Conversation With Mark Rainsdon, LCSW Before working at outBACK, Mark Rainsdon, LCSW worked in residential treatment settings as well as in wilderness. The difference

A campsite at Outback Therapeutic Expeditions

Substance Use And Family Systems

Substance Use And Family Systems by Parker Newton, MS, ACMHCPrimary Therapist @ outBACK Approaching The Work Together Healing as a family unit in the wilderness

COVID-19 Update

Outback Therapeutic Expeditions is continuing to support families through this unprecedented time. We are closely monitoring information related to COVID-19, adhering to recommendations set forth by CDC, and have implemented additional safety precautions to mitigate risks. To learn more, contact us at 800-817-1899.