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Breaking Down Wilderness Therapy Myths and Realities, with Trish Ruggles
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When parents hear "wilderness therapy," their minds often race to worst-case scenarios: punishment, boot camps, kids forced to survive in harsh conditions. But Trish Ruggles, who spent over a decade as a field guide and wilderness therapist before becoming an educational consultant, has a different story to tell. After 21 years in the field and working with countless families through Pathfinder Consulting, Trish knows that wilderness therapy has evolved dramatically from its origins.
What makes wilderness therapy effective isn't the outdoor skills or fresh air - though…
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