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Top 5 Reasons Teens Benefit from Adventure Therapy
With mental health concerns on the rise for adolescents, many parents are looking for an alternative if traditional therapy has lost its efficacy. Adventure therapy–a

Adventure Therapy vs. Traditional Therapy: Why Teens May Respond Better Outdoors
Are you looking for something a little more engaging than typical talk therapy? We’re convinced that experiential learning effectively builds life skills that stick. Today’s

Failing College? Here’s How Outdoor Therapy Can Help You Bounce Back
So, college has been harder than you thought—maybe much harder—and now you’re failing college. And not just the academic parts, but managing your time, caring

Therapeutic Approaches To Treating Social Anxiety
Social anxiety is more common than ever. In fact, 15 million adults were diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) in 2023 alone. With the lingering

Integrating Adventure Therapy in Therapeutic Gap Year Programs
There’s been such a buzz about adventure therapy–for good reason! The combination of therapy and adventure is the perfect dynamic duo for promoting life skills

The Role of Family Support in Programs for Struggling Young Adults
Your young adult or teen is struggling in some way—maybe they are having a hard time with their mental health, maybe they are struggling to

What To Expect During a Therapeutic Gap Year
Pure Life Adventure’s Therapeutic Gap Year offers a holistic, integrated approach to the concept of a gap year, and if your child is struggling to find their footing as an adult, it could be the solution you need.

How To Support Young Adults Struggling With Life Choices
Whether they feel lost or anxious about career choices, educational opportunities, or wrestling with self-identity, struggling young adults often face difficult challenges. As they transition to adulthood, it’s essential for them to find help and feel supported.