<p>Karen Scrafford is co-founder and program director of Elements Wilderness Therapy located in Utah.  Her journey into the field began when she went to school at Indiana University.  After graduation, she headed to Utah and began to work first as a field guide, assistant field guide, then admissions at Second Nature.  Karen shares how she was approached by the other co-founders of Elements to start the program because of her amazing work ethic. Karen was just elected to be the vice-chair of the Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare Council and her vision for the future of the field.</p>

Karen Scrafford is co-founder and program director of Elements Wilderness Therapy located in Utah. Her journey into the field began when she went to school at Indiana University. After graduation, she headed to Utah and began to work first as a field guide, assistant field guide, then admissions at Second Nature. Karen shares how she was approached by the other co-founders of Elements to start the program because of her amazing work ethic. Karen was just elected to be the vice-chair of the Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare Council and her vision for the future of the field.

<p>Karen Scrafford is co-founder and program director of Elements Wilderness Therapy located in Utah.&nbsp; Her journey into the field began when she went to school at Indiana University.&nbsp; After graduation, she headed to Utah and began to work first as a field guide, assistant field guide, then admissions at Second Nature.&nbsp; Karen shares how she was approached by the other co-founders of Elements to start the program because of her amazing work ethic. Karen was just elected to be the vice-chair of the Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare Council and her vision for the future of the field.</p>

Episode 44: Karen Scrafford, Co-founder of Elements Wilderness Therapy

Stories from the Field: Mental Health in the Outdoors is an authoritative and enlightening podcast that explores the vast landscape of mental health therapies in outdoor settings. Hosted by seasoned mental health professional Dr. Will White, the podcast offers deep insights into outdoor therapies like Adventure Therapy, Eco-Therapy, Wilderness Therapy, and Experiential Therapy, among others.

Dr. White engages with a diverse range of guests, including leading researchers, practitioners, authors, executive directors, guide staff, mental health clinicians, and critics, helping to shed light on the nuances of these unique therapy practices. In addition to exploring the modern implications of these evolving therapeutic modalities, he delves into their rich history, providing a holistic perspective for listeners.

With over 30 years of experience at the juncture of mental health and outdoor environments, Dr. White's expertise is unparalleled. As a co-founder of the pioneering Summit Achievement, an adventure therapy program based in Maine, he has been a guiding force in the field since the 1990s. His scholarly contributions include the book "Stories from the Field: A History of Wilderness Therapy" and a chapter in "Adventure Therapy: Theories, Research, and Practice." His doctorate work, "Stories from the Elders: Chronicles and Narratives from the Early Years of Wilderness Therapy," traced the origins and evolution of this specialized field.

To connect with Dr. White, visit storiesfromthefield.com. Listen to this immersive podcast to understand the power and potential of outdoor therapies in addressing mental health concerns.

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Stories from the Field: Mental Health in the Outdoors is an authoritative and enlightening podcast that explores the vast landscape of mental health therapies in outdoor settings. Hosted by seasoned mental health professional Dr. Will White, the podcast offers deep insights into outdoor therapies like Adventure Therapy, Eco-Therapy, Wilderness Therapy, and Experiential Therapy, among others. Dr. White engages with a diverse range of guests, including leading researchers, practitioners, authors, executive directors, guide staff, mental health clinicians, and critics, helping to shed light on the nuances of these unique therapy practices. In addition to exploring the modern implications of these evolving therapeutic modalities, he delves into their rich history, providing a holistic perspective for listeners. With over 30 years of experience at the juncture of mental health and outdoor environments, Dr. White's expertise is unparalleled. As a co-founder of the pioneering Summit Achievement, an adventure therapy program based in Maine, he has been a guiding force in the field since the 1990s. His scholarly contributions include the book "Stories from the Field: A History of Wilderness Therapy" and a chapter in "Adventure Therapy: Theories, Research, and Practice." His doctorate work, "Stories from the Elders: Chronicles and Narratives from the Early Years of Wilderness Therapy," traced the origins and evolution of this specialized field. To connect with Dr. White, visit storiesfromthefield.com. Listen to this immersive podcast to understand the power and potential of outdoor therapies in addressing mental health concerns.

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