In the United States, there are about 40 wilderness therapy programs – part of 2,000 overall "troubled teen" programs, with anywhere from 150,000 to 200,000 children now enrolled, says Bobby Cook, ...

A 12-year-old boy was found dead at a youth wellness therapy camp in North Carolina on Saturday, shortly after he enrolled in the program that has faced scrutiny over its practices. Trails Carolina, a ...

About Second Nature Wilderness Family Therapy For more than 25 years, Second Nature Family Therapy has been the leading provider of nature-based therapeutic programs, combining outdoor adventure with ...

A boy died in his cabin at a North Carolina wilderness camp and detectives say the circumstances are “suspicious.” Nine days after a 12-year-old camper at Trails Carolina was found dead, state ...

I wholeheartedly believe in the power of nature to help with mental health and addiction, but there is no room in this industry for abuse and neglect. I have cried around many campfires, and I have ...

Top of the World Ranch is holistic, individualized set upon a 315-acre property with private rooms and bathrooms. Our program treats chemical addictions (alcohol and drugs). Our program also ...

CARF accreditation is an internationally recognized standard of excellence for organizations that provide behavioral health services. This accreditation is not just a mark of our program's quality, it ...

Research underscores the efficacy of wilderness therapy, with studies such as those published in the Journal of Therapeutic Schools and Programs showing that participants experience significant ...