"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.
