THE PURE LIFE BLOG
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Pure Life Welcomes Jeffrey Calderon as Wilderness Therapist
Pure Life Adventure is proud to announce the hire of our first Costa Rican therapist. Psychologist, Jeffrey Calderon will officially join the team as primary
The Pure Life Team Is Excited To Welcome Carrie Weatherhead, LCSW To Our Family
Carrie Weatherhead, LCSW is excited to join Pure Life as Marketing and Admissions Director. Carrie has dedicated her entire professional career to providing opportunities for
Holistic nature-based adventure programs to treat anxiety
Wilderness Adventure Therapy can be more effective than traditional therapy for young adults struggling with anxiety.
College is Stressful! It is OK to Ask for Help.
In today’s competitive world, high achieving youth begin college preparations as early as middle school (often earlier). Everything they do, from sports to community service,
FOR PARENTS: How to Help Your Child Manage an Anxiety Disorder
Here is a list of advice for parents of a child struggling with anxiety. Educate yourself on anxiety disorders. It is important to be familiar with
FOR YOUNG ADULTS: Tips For Managing Anxiety
Anxiety in young adults can be frustrating, scary and debilitating. With these 10 tips for managing anxiety, you can learn how to naturally manage anxiety at home. If more intensive help is needed, check out Pure Life’s Adventure Therapy in Costa Rica.
5 Ways Practicing Yoga Helps the Therapeutic Process
Jesse Chapman Yoga has become something of a fad in the past decade, with more and more people adding it to their daily routines. Generally
Taking the Edge Off: Self-Medicating for Anxiety
At times, anxiety can have a negative affect on your life, work, relationships, and overall mental wellness. If it seems like your anxiety has gone beyond the occasional racing heart before a crucial presentation or the sweaty palms before a big game, you might be wondering how to take the edge off your anxiety. There is a strong connection between self medicating with drugs and alcohol and chronic anxiety. However, there are many effective treatments that can reliably combat anxiety in all its forms without resorting to prescription medicine or substance abuse.
