Adventure Therapy Professionals

Last Updated: 2/3/02

 

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These are people who use or are interested in adventure-based practice in therapeutic settings. I have hotlinked e-mail addresses, so you can just click on an e-mail address and send an e-mail to a person if you want to learn more about what they do. The list is alphabetical (I am looking for ways to make this list more useful but you can search by common words using your browser). If you would like to be added to this list, modify an existing entry, add interests, please go to the submission form at the end of this list. I reserve the right to edit your entry.
 
In an ongoing effort to increase communication and to respond to the tendency of people to use this page to post messages; I have taken advantage of a service provided for free on Delphi. It is a free forum (and the potential for a chat room) to focus a discussion on adventure therapy. If you would like to participate in the forum simply go to the Adventure Therapy Forum.
 
IMPORTANT NOTE: I am beginning to date each entry. I am also going to begin removing those with non-working e-mail addresses. I will also no longer post listings which do not have a valid e-mail address (you may obtain a free e-mail adress on many sites).
 
Note: Did you know you can search this page using the find command in your browser? Type in a population, state, or other search term and you will be taken to that term. I hope to reorganize this page in the future, but this should help.
 
Yet Another Note: This site is established for networking purposes. It is inappropriate to use the contact information on this list for any other purposes (marketing, research, solicitation) with out express permission of the owner, Dr. Christian M. Itin, MSW.

 

S. Scott Adams
3821 W. College Lane
Hobbs, NM 88242
 
505-392-0996
 
skissa@juno.com
 
Areas of Interest:Alpine Tower Ropes Course Coordinator, Logotherapy
Jennifer Agger
P.O. Box 3577
Laramie, WY 82071
jenagger@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently working towards my Masters degree in Community Counseling here at the University of Wyoming. The counselot training program here at the U.W. does not involve any type of adventure-based therapy or experiential outdoor therapy training. I am interested in seeking training in these areas so that I can integrate it into my future work counseling adolescents and adults. If anyone knows of any training or certificate programs in the Wyoming, Southern Idaho, Utah, Montana, or Colorado regions ...please contact me! Thank you.
Date: Fri, 09 Nov 2001
Mark Albee
911.5 W. Fort St.
Boise, ID 83702
 
(208)344-3547
 
malbee@micron.net
 
Areas of Interest:Social Work & Outward Bound with adolescents
Neil Amoore
35 5th Avenue, Northmead
Benoni, Gauteng 1501
 
(+2711) 849-0581
(+2711) 815-1085
 
ecosys@iafrica.com
 
Areas of Interest:I co-ordinate an adventure therapy programme for adolescent and pre-teen victims of violence, abuse and other forms of trauma on the East Rand of Johannesburg. We work with adolescents who formed part of the civil defence units during the violence, former criminals and child victims of abuse. We run four day adventure therapy camps on a 6-weekly rotation, with group work in between.
Patrick Amos
230 Harvard Drive
Port Moody, B.C. V3H 1S8
pamos@telusplante.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am presently involved in the development of a comprehensive Guide Training Program that weaves the Rediscovery model of traditional Aboriginal understanding with technical outdoor training, experiential ed, therapeutic wilderness adventure and rites of passage work. I am interested in hearing from others with similar interests or experience.
Herb Anderson
6606 Sundance Drive
Lincoln, NE 68512
 
onbelay@navix.net
 
Areas of Interest:CTRS with 18 years experience using experiential education in adolescent treatment, mostly psychiatric and dual diagnosis care. Have worked for the last 5 years in adolescent and child ATOD prevention programming.
Karyn (Kai) Anderson
2100 Erdman Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21218
 
410 - 889 - 0939
 
kanderso@jhsph.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am soon to be graduating from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health. I am interested in developing, implementing, and evaluating adventure based programs for substance abuse prevention, self-esteem, and general therapy/recovery. I also want to get out there with the participants, as a leader and peer. Does anyone have any info for me on places or people who I should contact? I am flexible, geographically. Thank You!
Michael Andrews
1300 Seale Drive
Alparetta, GA 30022
 
770-754-0688
 
DrewsGMC@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest: I was very recently certified as a CTRS and am working as a counselor at Inner Harbour Hospitals, Georgia. IHH is a non-profit organization which helps a range of children from juvenile offenders (Rockmart, GA) to sexually/physically/emotionally abused and sexual offender children. (Douglasville, GA). Of the two campuses, I work as a counselor helping the juvenile offenders in a therapeutic wilderness setting. I am a WFR (Wilderness First Responder), and have facilitator/trainer ropes course training. I have an interest in water skiing, canoeing, hiking, backpacking, and some rock climbing (most skill in indoor gyms however). I am currently looking for some new experiences and scenery and want to move back north where I went to school. If anyone out there knows of possible sites in the New york or New England area, please contact me. All info will be appreciated.
Meredith Angel
Douglasville, GA 30135
678-838-7104
770-942-9606 ext 402
Mangel5@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hey! Presently working at a psychiatric residential facility in Georgia as a CTRS with 'youth at risk'. Our experiential therapies department utilizes a variety of therapeutic modalities as a means of treatment such as high/low ropes, canoeing, caving, therapeutic drumming, horsemanship, and much more! I am interested in making contacts and sharing ideas for programming:)
Date: Wed, 27 Dec 2000
Katherine Asbury
448 S. McCarrons Blvd
Roseville, MN 55113
katiasbury@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently completing a MA in Outdoor Ed and already have an MA in Counseling Psych. I am interested in adventure based/wilderness therapy for at-risk youth, domestic violence victims, and corporate team trainings. I am seeking resources for articles, research, interships, future employment, and available grants. I have experience in many outdoor modalities and would appriciate any helpful information or networking opportunities.
Date: Tue, 16 Oct 2001
Becka Ashcraft
Moscow, ID 83843
 
ashc9635@moscow.com
 
Areas of Interest:My interest lies in helping people therapeutically through the natural environment. I have worked primarily with adolescents with behavioral disorders and drug and alcohol problems through a wilderness therapy program. I am currently interested in beginning my own program for pre-teens after school with an adventure-based or wilderness therapy philosophy. The greatest difficulty is beginning.
Katie Asmus
2707 Valmont RD 312-D
Boulder, CO 80304
 
303-413-9133
 
Kasmus25@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I have 10 years experience working in the field of adventure therapy- most recently with COBS. I am also currently finishing up my MA in Somatic Psychology: Dance movement therapy. I am interested in networking and collaborating with people and putting my energy into positive things in this world.
Dean Audet
22845-124 B Ave
Maple Ridge, BC V2X 0N5
604-467-1063
gcwr@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am in project development stage of a wilderness resort for challenged youth and tousim in British Columbia. This will be a full time residence school meeting and exceeding all provincial educational requirements while utilizing the Adventure-Based Education phylosophy. I am currently searching for educational models that have a proven positive track record. I will also be starting the search for outstanding, multi-talented, experienced individuals to run the programs very soon!
Date: Mon, 21 Aug 2000
Janette Bailey
PO Box 2180
CAIRNS - AUSTRALIA, QLD 4870
Within Aust 0407135447
outside Aust 61 4071 35447
adventuretherapy@optusnet.com.au
 
Areas of Interest:I work as an adventure based therapapist within a program for young people labelled as emotionally disturbed and 'at risk' of expelsion, self-harm, and segregation from community supports. Within the program we train community workers in a certificate 4 experiential and adventure based learning program development - to work with their clients. I also work as a private therapist with young people and families and looking forward to utilizing the outdoor environment (when I get time!).I also instruct canoing, ropes courses, abseiling and love to bushwalk here in the tropics of Far Northern Australia.
Date: Fri, 08 Sep 2000
Laura Barnes
5308 88th st
Lubbock, TX 79424
 
806 794 8515
806 7839072
 
ADINLEB@AOL.COM
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in philosophy, psychology, humanities, computer science, medicine, Please send me information about your program. I would be interested in many areas. Thank You Laura Barnes
April Barry
 
abarry@epix.net
 
Areas of Interest:Substance Abuse, Twelve Step Recovery, Adult Children of Alcoholics/ Addicts, Survivors of Sexual, Physical, Emotional Abuse
Ivan Bartha
306 S. James
Carbondale, IL 62901
 
618-351-6202
 
ibartha@midwest.net
 
Areas of Interest:Graduate student in recreation. I have a strong history in substance abuse counseling with adolescents and using adventure based therapy. My interest is in studying administration, programming and financing outdoor adventure programming.
Heather Bateman
PO Box 388
Balsam, NC 28707
828-586-6700
828-456-3435
daisey917@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently the director of the NC Horsepacking program for a therapeutic wilderness organgization called SOAR (success orianted achievement realized). I work with children who have been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD. The kids come in and go horsepacking for several days, rock climbing, and white water rafting in the mountains of NC. I have a degree in Recreational Therapy from Western Carolina Univ. WCU has a unique focess on adventure-based therapy.
Date: Wed, 12 Apr 2000
Brett Bauer
PO Box 429
Sandstone, MN 55072
 
titeline@pinenet.com
 
Areas of Interest:Wilderness therapy, Adventure Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Working with At-Risk or Adjudicated youth in the previous stated settings. I work at a boys camp residential 3 month stay with an adventure component tied in, we finish theyre stay with a 10 day Exoedition and a 4 day Solo. Looking for other programs and information to share and receive ie. Strategies, techniques and initiatives etc.
Mark Baumgartner
4900 N. Lamar
Austin, TX 78727
512-424-6294
512-257-0735
MJB@austin.rr.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in discovery based learning, individual and group psychotherapy, family therapy, and juvenile corrections. I am also involved with ropes course admistration, facilitation, and training.
Date: Thu, 08 Jun 2000
Beth Beard
122 Braod Street #2
Marlboro, MA 01752
508-480-0577
GrizzeldaB@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently a marriage and family therapist with experience in home-based therapy with adolescents and teens and their families. I ahve also worked as a camp counselor and director for many years. I would like to work in the field of adventure programming and team-building consulting. I would love any resources on job opportunities, companies in Massachusetts and elsewhere and training options. Thanks!
Shawn Becker
Success Street; 425 1/2 Ridgeway Ave
Waterloo, IA 50702
 
319-291-2665
 
sbecker@cfu.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am a mental health counselor and I work in the school system with junior and senior high students. We recently switched to an adventure-based counseling format due to our frustrations with individual counseling. I am interested in hearing from others who are currently working in the schools. I would also like to offer our youth opportunities to experience extended trips including: wilderness, hiking, camping, rafting, and climbing. I am limited, like many of us, by money and would appreciate any helpful suggestions in this area.
Megan Berlin
Kansas City, MO 64131
 
st064576@vax1.rockhurst.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently a Challenge cource facilitator and I also work with a seven year old autistic child. However, I am looking to relocate to the west for about 9 months. Eventually, I will get my masters in Occupational Therapy and Recreational Therapy. I have a BA in Elementary Education. I love anything outdoors, including hiking, canoeing, ropes courses, whitewater rafting and I would love to try something new. Please contact me for any job opportunities!!
Matthew Bijur
481 St Paul ST
Burlington, VT 05401
 
802 660-9314
 
bijacca@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I'm looking for a job that will incorporate my skills as a Wilderness Instructor, Ropes Course Facilitator, and Counselor (MS in Counseling, Community Track, May, 1998). I work well with many different populations in all kinds of weather. I like long walks, long talks, good laughs, and dogs. Anyone with employment opportunities, please let me know.
Jodi Bisschop
49750 Castleman Road
Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H4
(604) 794-7332
jobiss@uniserve.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in learning more about adventure based counseling and the posibility of doing a Master's Degree by distance education in this area. I have a passion for working with teens and have worked with a post-detention rehabilitation program and as an employment counselor, attempting to bring youth and government programs together.
Date: Thu, 14 Jun 2001
Mark Blatchley
54 Thayer Road
Greenfield, MA 01301
 
413-774-2164
 
marbla@javanet.com
 
Areas of Interest:Areas of Interest:I consult with several Massachusetts special education programs providing weekly therapeutic adventure days.
Date: 10/3/00
Julie Bomengen
141 N. Union St.
Burlington, VT 05401
 
802-862-2676
 
jbomenge@zoo.uvm.edu
 
Areas of Interest:M.S. in Community Mental Health Counseling (May 1998). I'm looking for a position (in New England or West Coast region) where I can apply my business and counseling skills. My particular interest and experience is in working with adolescent girls, adult women, and at-risk populations.
Sue Boswell
6 Miranda Street
Eden Hills
Adelaide, SA 5050
thebozes@senet.com.au
 
Areas of Interest:I am an Occupational Therapist who has had a long term personal interest in Adventure experiences and am interested in being involved in Adventure and Wilderness activities as a therapeutic tool. I would be interested to hear from other O.T.'s who are involved in this area and their experiences of this field.
Date: Fri, 18 Aug 2000
Dave Bowen
Ardclinis
High St
Cushendall, NI UK - BT44 0NB
 
+44 12667 71340
 
Ardclinis@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure based programmes for youth at risk. Current provision: car crime, drug dependency. Use of challenges like ropes courses, expeditioning, mountain and boat environments to build trust and empower. Anne and I run Ardclinis, the first commercial centre in Northern Ireland.
Julia Bowler
101 Curl Drive #388
Columbus, OH 43210
 
(614)688-0978
 
juliabowler@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in learning about how to gain training, certification, etc. in many wilderness/outdoor types of experiences, especially backpacing, hiking, canoeing. Please contact me if you know of programs offering such services, as I hope to become further involved in working with children in outdoor adventure settings.
Victoria Broussard
121 Live Oak Drive
Ruston, LA 71270
BroussardTRec@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a Senior interning and graduating next Spring in the field of Therapeutic Recreation. I am learning more and more about the field everyday and now I'm sort of unsure about what area I want to work in. I want to be in a TR setting, but this semester I am taking intervention strategies and I am beginning to change my mind. I am also an athlete (cross country/track and field) and I still want to use those assets. As of now I am really unsure of what to do. I've visited nursing homes, worked Summers for NYSP (National Youth Sports Program) and I am still lost. Can you give me some direction or do you know of any areas that you think may suit me because I am unsure of where to do my intern. Thank you.
Date: Thu, 01 Feb 2001
Christie Brown
500E Hunters Rd
Radford , VA 24141
540-731-3272
clbrown@radford.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am seeking an internship under a CTRS in an adventure/wilderness based setting working with youth for the summer or fall of 2001. I am currently completing course requirements for therapeutic recreation at Radford University. All locations considered. Please contact me if you have any information. Thanks!
Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2001
Shane Bryant
163 Isley ct
Easley, SC 29640
864.295.0802
happymoon2@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in outdoor education. I have my WFR (wilderness first responder) certification, and I am a ropes course and basic rock climbing instructor (certified through the local climbing gym). I am looking for a position in which I can work with underprivleged or at risk children and teens in an outdoor adventure enviroment. I am also interested in corporate teambuilding activities. If any one has any information that can help, or even a position available you can contact me via any of the info above.
Date: Wed, 08 Mar 2000
Brian Bulemore
133 W. Vine St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
616.383.2148
brianbulemore@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I have a M.A. in Counseling Psychology and currently hold a Temporary Limited License in Psychology in Michigan. Looking for tips on jobs related to adventure therapy. Areas of experience include substance abuse issues, depression, work-related stress and anxiety, sexual addicts and offenders, self-defeating behavior, anger management, and grief and loss. Thanks!
Jodi Burger
28 Oakwood Lane
Scottsville, NY 14546
(716) 755-0704
(716) 889-8763
jb4167@brockport.edu
 
Areas of Interest:SEEKING FALL 2001 INTERNSHIP. I am currently a senior at Suny Brockport College pursuing a degree in Recreation and Leisure Studies with and emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation. I am inquiring about a possible internship opportunity in the outdoor adventure/wilderness therapy field. I have a passion for both kids and nature. I would love to pursue a career in this particular area of interest. I am a REAL people person and a natural at helping/counseling. This is my last semester of course work-then I'm officially out in the real work world. I am seeking an intership site under a CTRS, preferablly out of state. Please contact me with any information. Thank you!
Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2001
Aaron Burke
#12 3620 51st ST SW
Calgary , AB T3E6N7
(403)-270-8923
(403)-287-2920
aaronburke@home.com
 
Areas of Interest:I currently work for Flex House, a family treatment program under the umbrella of the Enviros Wilderness School Association. This is a wholistic program which strives to address all aspects of conflict within a family. Our primary focus is those families with children between the age of 8 and 12, where there is a history of social services involvment with consideration of child apprehension. Apprehension usually is the result of extreme examples of violence within the home as displayed by the child in the home, school and/or community. Our treatment apporach involves clinical therapy for the family, residential treatment for the child, and in-home support to assist in re integration of the child. Involvment in the program generally lasts 6-10 months. Experiential education has always been a strong treatment component of the program. OVer the last year and half, we have begun to involve the entire family in Adventure based activies, specifically climbing, high ropes course and backpacking. As this is an individualized program, catering to the needs of specific families, each experience is designed with the overall goal of family growth in mind. From these experiences, we have found a heightened sence of a families ability of embrace the skills needed to change their current family situation. I would appreciate any word from family therapists working in a similar manner or with a similar client group. The above information is only a brief outline of what we do. If you would like to discuss more, contact me at my e-mail. Aaron
Date: Thu, 04 Oct 2001
Todd Call
713 E. Market
Apt. #6
Searcy, AR 72143
 
501-278-4951
501-279-4347
 
tacall@cswnet.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am graduating in August 1998 with a masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. I have also been trained extensively in adventure therapy with emphasis on Ropes challenge courses. I have facilitator level training plus many hours on the ropes course. I am looking for an AT position to work with couples and families. Experience includes being a primary therapist at a battered women's shelter in a metropolitan area, work as a counselor at a high school, plus 6-month practicum at a hospital in geriatric psychiatry rehab wing. Upon graduation will have completed 500+ hours of direct client therapy (250 of these in family and couple therapy). Primary areas of interest geographically are Rocky Mountain states and the Northwest, but will investigate all possibilities.
Shawn Callahan
901 Oakdale Rd
Atlanta, GA 30307
404/377-6268
sccallahan@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest: ropes courses, adventure based, EE
Shawna Campbell
11 Howe Cresent
Oromocto, NB E2V 2S1
 
506-446-5168
 
cpra99@brunnet.net
 
Areas of Interest:Recreation, Schools, Sports, Youth, Youth at Risk
Jay Campopiano
RR #1 Box 233C
Orford, NH 03777
thecampos@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a physical therapist interested in putting my skills to work in an adventure/wilderness therapy setting. I have led informal rockclimbing and backpacking trips for college outing clubs and have been pleasantly surprised at the growth and healing that comes out of these experiences. Any info on current programs in the Northeast or Rocky Mountain States would be greatly appreciated.
Date: Sun, 11 Mar 2001
Cole Caplan
PO Box 5114
Bellingham, WA 98227
 
360-715-7105
206-977-2999
 
blcaplan@cc.wwu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently a Recreation and Psychology double major at Western Washington University and will be graduating December '99. I am interested in opportunities within the field of Recreational/Adventure Therapy, specifically in programs where I will be able to work with individuals in a counseling capacity within a recreational setting. My current experience includes multi-season employment at a summer resident camp working under various employment classifications including; Nature Educator, Teen Couselor/Leader, Special Needs Coordiantor, and this summer ('98) as Program Coordinator. I have also held full-time, paid employement with Federal Way Schools as a interventionary staff working primarily with identified "higher risk" youth at Illahee Jr. High (96-97), as well as, a volunteer aide at Bow Lake Elementary (95-96) working in the Deaf/HH program with grades 1-3. Any employment opportunities or resources within the field you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Renato Cardim
Rodovia BR-116 km 395 n.3840
Curitiba, PR 82590-100
 
55 41 3678744
55 41 8657571
 
cardim@zaz.com.br
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure therapy,counseling and leadership training; researches with fear of flight, and group development
Angela Casey
37 Woburn Ave
Toronto, Ontario, CANADA, M5M 1K6
angelkc@idirect.ca
 
Areas of Interest:I'm currently attending the University of Western Ontario for a degree in 'Childhood and Family Relations. I have facilitated camps in Ontario and Pennsylvania as a climbing and ropes course instructor. I have worked with all ranges of children from diffrent ages and back-grounds and would like to work more with troubled, emotionaly and physically abused children by using team and trust building from outdoor adventure. If there is anyone in the London, ON area through out the school year that has any suggestions of where I could apply my experience please write back.
Date: Tue, 29 Aug 2000
Sunny Chang
1308 Rodriguez St.
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 462-6386
swchang55@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently a UCSC junior, looking for a field study in Australia starting this summer. My main focus is working with at risk youth, using the outdoor environment. I have been on adventure therapy programs and am currently working with young children. If there are leads anywhere in Australia I would love to hear about them!
Date: Tue, 24 Apr 2001
Marci Charles
3873 South Galloway Drive
Memphis, TN 38111
901-277-4616
901-309-6767
handonface@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I graduated from Baylor University with a Bachelor of Science in Education and my major was Outdooor Adventure Recreation and Leisure Services. I plan on getting a Masters in Counseling/Social Work in Outdoor Adventure Recreation. I have much experience in climbing, rapelling, hiking, camping, kayaking, and even music. I play guitar and have a cd out of Christian music. I am very interested in your program. I am available for the entire summer from the beginning of May until August 15 or thereafter. I am a very hardworker and have many references in the camping, youth, and recreation field that can be contacted. I can also email/fax my resume. Thanks so much for your time. I look forward to hearing from you. Marci Charles
Date: Mon, 19 Mar 2001
Colin Chenery
Gold Coast Drug Council Inc.
191 West Burleigh Rd
West Burleigh, Qld 4219
 
07 5535 4302
 
cchenery@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:All adventure based therapy combined with youth and substance abuse. My focus is on ropes, canoeing, kayaking, hiking, abseiling, rock climbing, SCUBA and ways to integrate adventure therapy with our rehabilitation program.
Mak Shuk-wa, Cherry
Room 812, Block 12, Lei Muk Shue Estate, Kwai Chung
Hong Kong,
 
852-24217336
852-90228416
 
swmak@netvigator.com
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure Based-Practic, Wilderness Therapy, Women in Wilderness, the evaluation methods, how to design and program for disable etc.
Lynn Clarke
Stewat Home School
4200 Lawrenceburg Rd
Frankfort, KY 40601
ljeclarke@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Recently graduated cum laude in therapuetic recreation from Murray State University and will be taking certification exam in November. Currently working on recreation staff at home school for mentally disabled. Looking for employment where I can use my degree, as well as, grad school programs in the Tampa, FL or Louisville, KY area.
Date: Thu, 31 Aug 2000
Daniel Clemons
3505 Lexington Road
1804 Farnsley Road
Louisville, KY 40207
(502) 897-7455
(502) 897-7455
dtclem51@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:
Date: Mon, 03 Sep 2001
Maggie Cleveland
St. Vincent's Home
2425 Highland Avenue
Fall River, MA 02720
508-679-8511 ext 328
mcleveland@stvincentshome.org
 
Areas of Interest:I am looking for information on groups that give grants for adventure based programming. I work for a residential treatment program for children in Southeastern Massachusetts and have had some difficulty in locating foundations and organizations. Thanks.
Date: Tue, 04 Sep 2001
Monica Cobis
495 20th Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94121
mcobis@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in Adventure Counseling, ecotourism, ESL, preschool/elementary ed. Need info on graduate degree programs in OT, Recreation Therapy, Adventure Ed., etc. Would like to move to Colorado or return to Georgia (native) and begin working in the recreational therapy field, perhaps at Project Adventure, Warm Springs, or Inner Harbor. Any ideas on job leads would be appreciated. BS - Recreation Management CPR, First Aid instructor Ropes Couse Facilitator Aquatic Personal Trainer Aqua Aerobics Instructor Certified International Tour Manager ESL Instructor Lived in Greece, Brazil, Argentina, Ecuador and throughout the US
Date: Thu, 04 Jan 2001
Steve Cockerham
HDAL Box 70548 ETSU
Johnson City, TN 37614
423/439-4189
423/725-4702
cockerha@etsu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I teach psychology courses as a tenure track faculty member of the Department of Human Development and Learning at East Tennessee State University in addition to conducting research in wilderness and adventure therapy. As a board member of the National Association for Therapeutic Wilderness Camps, I am editor of their new journal called the Journal of Outdoor Therapeutic Programming. We stage an annual conference and encourage interested individuals to attend, present, and participate in research. NATWC is generating standards for national certification as a wilderness counselor as well as continues to advocate for higher standards in adventure/wilderness therapy. ETSU also houses an undergraduate degree for outdoor leadership, teaching students how to perform in therapeutic and recreational settings for adventure-based programs.
Date: Thu, 06 Dec 2001
Darrel Combs
500 Garden Lane
McAlester, OK 74501
 
918-423-6557
FAX 918-423-0088
 
Combsumc@iamerica.net
 
Areas of Interest:Howdy! I'm looking for Master's or Ph.D. programs which utilize wilderness therapy in treatments within multicultural, youth, trauma, and/or clinical populations. Any recommendations? I have worked as a therapist, consultant, director, and experiential educator in over a dozen countries and am currently looking for work within the fields of adventure therapy and experiential education. I am flexible as to populations and locations. Please E-mail, phone, or fax. Thanks!
Conrad Cone
201-1139 West Broadway
Vancouver, Canada, BC V6H 1G1
 
604 738 5477
 
upnatom@infinet.net  
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure therapy and experiential education for youth at risk (sex offenders, substance abusers and sexually and physically abused teens). Interested in internships, training opportunities and ideas on curriculum development.
Michael Conner
965 Wiest Way
Bend, OR 97701
541 388-5660
conner@OregonCounseling.Org
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure and Wilderness based intervention, evaluation and therapy for families with teenagers who have emotional, behavioral or clinical disorders. I am also involved in consumer protection, health, safety and licensing legislations for Outdoor Programs. I am the webmaster of a non-profit peer reviewed site www.WildernessTherapy.Org
Date: Sun, 16 Apr 2000
Rayelynn Connole
P.O. Box 1088
Boulder, MT 59632
406-225-4537
fishingmt@montana.com
 
Areas of Interest:Education Director for Alternative Youth Adventures MT. This program is an experiential/adventure therapy based program for at risk youth. I am currently developing pshycosoical training and character education curriculum to assist in facillitation and enhancement of the program. I would be interested in any research being conducted regarding the effectiveness of adventure therapy programs, especially as related to at-risk youth. I would also be interested in any information regarding the use of cognitive and/or behavioral approaches integrated with adventure therapy.
Date: Tue, 08 Aug 2000
Jennifer Coolen
3745 Prospect Road
Halifax, Canada B3T 2B4
 
902-852-2495
 
jencoolio13@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:adventure therapy...what education do you need?
Jai Cooper
Kempsey TAFE
Kempsey, NSW 2440
 
(61) 02 65627255
(61) 02 65660843
 
jai.cooper@det.nsw.edu.au
 
Areas of Interest:We are currently (late '99) planning an adventure therapy program for youth at risk on the mid-north coast of NSW in consultation with the Dept. of Communitity services and are seeking ideas and input.
Erin Craven
22 Beech St
Reading, MA 01867
Nevarc22b@aol.com or ecraven@smcvt.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Hi! I am a recent college grad with great communication and people skills, looking to further my experience with adventure counseling. I have worked for the last 4 years at a camp for ADD/ADHD, behavior and self-esteem issue children (They're all angels really :). At this camp, I created and implemented a low ropes initiatives curriculum,and am currently coordinating the high ropes program. I have much experience with New Games and cooperative games and have also participated and instructed in other outdoor adventure programs which have include camping, hiking, canoeing, kayaking and rock climbing. I am an English major/Business minor and am certified in Wilderness First-Aid. Non-profit organizations and community service are strong background traits of mine. I would love to keep doing what I do over the summer for the entire year--If you have any info or leads on this topic, I would be eternally grateful!!
Date: Mon, 07 Aug 2000
Simon Crisp
65 Hodgkinson Street
Clifton Hill, Victoria, AUSTRALIA, VIC 3068
Tel: +61-(0)3-9482-4008
Mobile: +61-0427-002209
scrisp@vicnet.net.au
 
Areas of Interest:Clinical Psychologist in full-time private practice, consulting to mental health services, educational and human service organisations in wilderness adventure therapy and adolescent programs integrated with adjunct therapies. Training, supervsion and courses in wilderness adventure therapy and adolescent therapies. In 2001 I am conducting a Research & Development project ('SWATRAD') to trial and evaluate wilderness adventure therapy for 6 different client types.
Date: Sun, 11 Feb 2001
Chris Cruise
Family Resource Center-CAMC
800 Pennsylvania Ave
Charleston, WV 25302
 
304-348-2579
 
Chris.Cruise@camcare.com
 
Areas of Interest:Child and adolescent clinical psychology; Co-founder of Kanawha Valley Adventure Based Counseling Coalition; using adventure-based therapy techniques with diverse adolescent health/mental health populations (adolescents with diabetes, stop smoking groups, adolescents in transition); ethics,community development and coordination and outcome-based research in relation to adventure-based therapy
Dave Cummins
612 Hobson St.
Morgantown, WV 26505
 
304-291-9652
 
dcummins@wvu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:This is my new address. I'm still interseted in ABT with cancer survivors, ABT in traditional counseling settings, and researching the effectiveness of ABT.
Hannes De Bruin
P.O. Box 13515
Hatfield
Pretoria, RSA 0028
 
(+271213)31606
(+2712)3442236
 
hannesdb@rubicon.co.za
 
Areas of Interest:Rehabilitation of youth offenders, substance abuse, counseling of practitioners of occultism etc. Utilizing ropes courses. We also construct ropes courses for special applications.
Gregg Dahlen
63 Broad Street
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
518-561-1767
gdahlen@bhsn.org
 
Areas of Interest:I am the Director of an Adventure Based Counseling program for middle school aged children in Clinton County New York. We work primarily with children who meet the New York State guidelins for classification as Seriously Emotionally Disturbed. We run after school and weekend adventure programs for school within the county.
Date: Sun, 03 Dec 2000
Katie Dalbey
HUB 539
Dickinson College
Carlisle, PA 17013
dalbey@dickinson.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am a college senior and am interested in entering the field of adventure based therapy when I graduate in May. I am specifically looking for employment opportunities in the North Jersey area. Any information you could give me would be extremely helpful!
Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2001
Nancy Dargle
CMR 431 Box 4
APO, AE 09175
 
011-49-6151-68668
 
ndargle@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Corporate Adventure Therapy; Ropes Course, Outdoor Education. Obtained BA in Recreation in '96 and looking to end military commitment in '00. Looking for advice on possible future job experiences vs. graduate school. Would like to hear from anyone with similar interests. Also enjoy skiing, camping, rafting, yoga, meditation, and bed & breakfasts.
Chantal de Jong
Tuinstraat 64
Tilburg, HOLLAND, 5038 DD
0031(0)135359914
tallaballa@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am very interested in Adventure Therapy. I have been to New Zealand and finished an one-year Outdoor Recreation course. Now I am looking for some outdoor education (adventure based) training. I would like to get some more qualifications. Does anyone know where I can get these qualifications in Europe?
Date: Mon, 07 May 2001
Virginia Deniston
3118 Polly Ln.
Flossmoor, IL 60422
708-798-1643
virginiadeniston@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:HI there :0) I have recently earned a B.S. degree in Recreational Therapy/Recreation Administration and finished an internship at a psychiateic hospital. I am anxious to work with Youth at risk in various settings, including the outdoors. I have experience with multiple populations and various settings. I am extremely outgoing and enjoy ALL sports and activities and would like to spread my enthusiam and teamwork attitude around. I am searching for a job so please contact me :0) Thank you for your time~Virginia Deniston~
Date: Fri, 19 Jan 2001
Dan Dick
84 greenfield Dr.
Moraga, CA 94556
925.376.3462
925.283.3251
1dwd@excite.com
 
Areas of Interest:My primary area of interest is in working with youth offenders in a wilderness therapy setting or residential treatment program. I am also interested in finding out more information about possible employment in and around the San Francisco Bay Area.
Date: Fri, 02 Nov 2001
Robert Wurm DPhil
4030 S. Sperry Rd.,
Denair, CA 95316
(209) 632-4287
(209) 558-2399
ROBERTWURM@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:Program development especially in the area of experiential therapy in a public mental health setting. I am interested in developing a continuum of experiential opportunities to both children and adults that frequent public mental systems. I have a personal love for Adventure Therapy (Backpacking in the Sierra Nevada Mountains)with both adults and children.
Date: Fri, 19 Jan 2001
David Dubois
332 matthew ct.
burleson, tx 76028
shemhamfor@netscape.net
 
Areas of Interest:for about a year i have had a counseling practice in texas. have been working with children and adolescents at this practice and at other locations. play therapy is a major area of interest for me, and i have been seeking ways to expand upon the concept; different age groups, more strenuous forms of play, etc. in particular i have been considering using some sort of climbing apparatus in my playroom, such as ropes or monkey bars, along those lines.
Date: Wed, 24 May 2000
Troy Dunnavant
P.O. box 157
Elfrida, AZ 85610
 
troykd@c2i2.com
 
Areas of Interest:I'm 28 years old and a senior wilderness/ropes course instructor with Visionquest Inc. I work with At-risk inner-city youth from CA, AZ, and PA we utilize 4 to 14 day wilderness experiences as part of our continuum of treatment. Our clients are placed for a minimum of one year and must complete several phases during the course of their treatment. we have positions available at several sites throughout the US (TX,AZ,PA,FL&PA) interested applicant please visit our website www.vq.com
Chuck Dunning
5905 Bertha Ln.
Ft. Worth, TX 76117
 
(817)831-7709
(817)268-7050
 
crdstd@airmail.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor providing experiential programming for therapeutic purposes, performance improvement training, and counselor/therapist training. In performance improvement training, I am especially interested in working with high pressure occupations, including professional sports. In addition to my therapeutic background, I have personal experience in management and administration for mental health and chemical dependency services.
Brent Durham
551 Vincent Dr.
Loudonville, Oh 44842
bjdurham@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a pastor that is interested in recieving training and certification in adventure based learning and in experiential learning. I have a valid teaching certificate, an MA in Education, and a M.Div and am currently The Christian Education Director at a mid sized church. I see this area as being the future for doing ministry with people. Please forward me an information you may have in learning how to get technical skills as well as interpersonal skills in leading groups.
Date: Tue, 12 Dec 2000
Megan Dutter
2535 S Vine St.
Denver, CO 80210
 
(303) 715-3885
 
weteach@power-online.net
 
Areas of Interest:Outcomes research for adventure based therapeutic programs. Graduate school programs or job opportunities in experiential based therapy interventions with emotionally disturbed/traumatized youth (colorado, washington, oregon)
Christopher Dyer
1771 S. Quebec Wy. #N-204
Denver, CO 80231
 
dyerc@juno.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in working with individuals in a wilderness/adventure therapy setting. My previous experience consists of working as a caseworker for juvenile services in Colorado. I am also interested in any programs/grad schools that might emphasize the wilderness therapy setting with counseling/personal growth as the primary goal for the experience.
Blake Dyson
1825 W. Ocotillo Rd.
# 170
Phoenix, AZ 85015
602-347-0939
blakedyson@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:Wilderness adventure/treatment programs for at risk adolescent males. I have three years experience in a wilderness therapeutic camp in North Carolina. Looking for a challenging program with less of an emphasis on residential, and more emphasis on trips and adventure programs. Want to relocate to the southeast in August of 2002. Please contact if you have any information.
Date: Mon, 03 Dec 2001
Tom Ellis
205 Main St. E.
Wabasha, mn 55981
 
651-565-2380
 
tellis@wabasha-kellogg.k12.mn.us
 
Areas of Interest:E/BD teacher grades 7-12 developing a program for E/BD kids and/or at-risk kids. MA with thesis in Outdoor based curriculum. Area has canoeing, x-country and downhill skiing. Fishing. Located on Mississippi River, 80 miles from MPLS-St. Paul. Also interested in developing program leading to "Outdoor Woman". Issues of self=advocacy, self=esteem, anger management, and real work experiences.
Nina Enriquez
500 E. Sprague
Edinburg, Tx 78539
 
(956)381-8500
(956)91-4360
 
Niniya@aol.com or Enedina@email.msn
 
Areas of Interest:I have worked with people of all ages in a psychiatric setting and in the school systems. I enjoy working with clients who have a history of sexual/physical/emotional or verbal abuse. Working with students who have been considered "at risk" has been a fascinating challenge as well as those who have a history of substance abuse or mental illnesses. Would like information on an effective curriculum that would best suit these populations. Resources, examples, or studies would be greatly appreciate this.
Norman Feigelman
RD # 3 Box 101
Canastota, NY 13032
 
315 655-2179 home
315 473-4980x7558 work
 
NFeigelman@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:Using adventure based programs with people who have a chronic, and persistant mental illness.
Ulan Ferguson
25 Blackman Place
Bridgeport, CT 06604
203-335-3050
203-414-6047
ulanf@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in Social work traing. I am going to go to school to be a social worker but right now money is tight and I am looking into workind with adolescent I am a certified child care Specialist and I am looking for something more challenging in life
Date: Tue, 07 Aug 2001
Alfredo Ferreira
549 24 Akai,
Kawaguchi, Saitama 337 0034
ferr@gol.com
 
Areas of Interest:My interest is in language and cross-cultural education through outdoor experiences. I have begun to develop and market 'English and Nature' half-day 'learning refreshment' experiences for stressed-out Tokyo office workers. These will take place in city parks, eventually moving on to longer experiences in more natural areas. I have not delivered a tour here yet, but I have operated an English and Outdoor Study Tour business out of Vancouver, serving international English students. I have degrees in English and Tesol, and a diploma in Outdoor Recreation Management.
Date: Tue, 07 Nov 2000
Ethan Fesperman
2803 11th st NW
washington, dc 20001
aidanh@mindspring.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a 28year old youth counselor in Washington, D.C. I have spent most of my working life in adventure/at-risk/expedition/residential settings. I have done alot of soul searching and researching to come to the conclusion that my passion lies in the blending of ADVENTURE/CHALLENGES/TRAVEL/TEAMBUILDING with CAREER DEVELOPMENT/LIFE DESIGN. I want to help people move out of their comfort zone(adventure,travel),feel a part of a community(teambuilding and group activities), and have a clearer sense of who they are and what they want to do with their lives(career counseling and life design). I want to do this because it would be stimulating and a hell of alot of fun. In my informal poll of my friends I have come to realize that almost all of them ended up at their respective jobs in almost a halfhazard manner. There are thousands of adventure based programs involving therapy, but in my exhaustive research to find a program similar to what I am looking for I could find only one.
Date: Tue, 01 Aug 2000
Rod Field
Teen Challenge
PO BOX 308
400 Wickam st
Fortitude Valley, Brisbane Australia, QLD 4127
 
07 3252 3118
 
rjfield@powerup.com.au
 
Areas of Interest:Long term (one to two years)AT progrms working with, high-need adolecents and their families in a wholeistic formatt.
David Finitsis
331 Cumberland Ave
P.O. Box 10008
Portland, ME 04104
 
(207) 874-2370
(207) 874-1170
 
greenwombats@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I run an adventure-based counseling program for at-risk youth in Maine and am interested primarily in corresponding with others in our field on the subject of honing a more effective debrief for younger adolescent (11-13 years old) groups. All issues, however, are worthy fodder and I would love to hear from others of us.
Jake Fisher
15445 Vine Ave.
White Rock, BC N/A
604-307-7787
604-514-2000 ext. 289
jakef@crusade.org
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in using Adventure-based learning as a platform to develop my employees with regards to team cohesion, communication, etc... I am apart of a Human Resources Department, and would like to develop a program that could be used by all departments within the organization. Any info regarding this process would me much appreciated.
Date: Mon, 30 Jul 2001
Jason Fleming
Rt. 1 Box 154
McCormick, SC 29835-9721
(864) 391-2131 ext
fleminj@delahowe.k12.sc.us
 
Areas of Interest:I am a Groupwork Supervisor with the John de la Howe School Wilderness Program. We work wiht at-risk youth from South Carolina. The school is state supported with both a wilderness and residential program. The wilderness program uses group consequences and positive peer pressure to facilitate growth in our campers. We use adventure therapy in the form of challenge course, horseback riding, backpacking, and canoeing; with some whitewater rafting and caving thrown in. Campers attend school while they are here. If you would like more information or are interested in job opportunities, please contact me.
Date: Wed, 20 Jun 2001
Barbara Forgue
Ludington, MI 49431
 
barbaraa@rocketmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am 1/2 way through my LPC program from Central Michigan University. My interest is Llama Assisted Therapy and Mini Wilderness Experiences. I have 30 llamas and am focusing on incorporating them into the total experience. I have done some three day Wilderness Adventures with llamas and youth ages 12-15 at the Ludington State Park. They involved experiential learning, nature exploration, team building activities, personal reflection time, hiking with llamas, personal challenges like facing a fear, trying something new...social skills activities.. and group work around the campfire. I also am working with the llamas and EI, ADDHD, autistic and other developmental needs areas. That's a whole other story. Although I'm not an MSW, I am headed down the adventure/experiential therapy path. Would like contact with others with compatable interests.
Date: Tue, 30 Oct 2001
Raymond Fortner
699 Crane Ave
Livermore, CA 94550
 
925-443-2147
 
kayakray@earthlink.net
 
Areas of Interest:Iam a psychotherapist who utilizes wilderness therapy, adventure challenges and the teaching of primitive skills as a means of reconnecting adults, children and families with the healing wonders of the natural world. I am also a certified whitewater kayak instructor. I am interested in connecting with others who share my passion in earth-based therapies.
Darrell Fraize
RR 1 Box 41 L
Pike, NH 03780
 
603/989-3534
603/989-5862
 
DTREKKER@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:Current thera-rec dir. @ placement facility for male adolescents: staff training, sex offenders, anger management, chemical dependancy/substance abuse in adventure/wilderness therapy.
Rose Fredricks
503 N. Main Street, Apt. #1
Abbeville, SC 29620
 
864-459-8167
 
rosef@infoave.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am a 26 year old female working with 13-16 year old at-risk females in a wilderness program in South Carolina. I have a Bachelors degree in psychology from Northwestern university. I am curious as to whether further education will benefit me in the field of wilderness therapy. Does anyone have suggestions about what academic track will prepare me best for continued work in the field? Also, is work experience more valuable than a further degree? Any feedback would be appreciated!
Jake Friesen
168 Stanford Ave. East
Parksville, British Columbia, Canada, V9P 1M5
250-954-0176
250-248-2969
jfriesen@sd69.bc.ca
 
Areas of Interest:Hi, I am secondary high school teacher who wants to complete a Masters Program in Adventure Based Counselling. I currently operate an Adventure Tourism Work Experience Program for at risk teens. Please E-Mail me if you know of any Universities offering a Masters Program that may interest me. Thanks, Jake
Imme Gaartz
Hahnenstr. 7g
50354 Efferen, Germany
02233-685090
ImmeGaartz@gmx.de
 
Areas of Interest:Hi, I´m still a student and I´ll do my diploma about experimental education with deaf people. Unfortunately there ist no information or literature about that topic in Germany. Hope to get some information through this way...
Date: Tue, 12 Jun 2001
Mike Gallo
507 w pierce st apt 15
66 argus crescent
macomb, IL 61455
 
309-295-8077
 
mumcg@wiu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am completing my MSc. in Counseling and I am looking to do my internship at a place where I can incorporate my love for the outdoors with psychotherapy. Anyone interested please email me. I would also be interested in the possibility in starting a new company once my degree is completed. I have a lot of outdoor experience and certifications
Joe Garceau
43 North Elm Street
St. Albans, VT 05478
802-527--7387
garceau5@sover.net
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure therapy, outdoor education and adventure education. Graduated with BAs in both Outdoor Education (wilderness leadership) and Psychology. Certifications include wilderness first responder, CPR, wilderness first aid, lifeguard and water safety instructor.
Date: Tue, 10 Oct 2000
Edgardo Garcia
PO Box 190761
San Juan, PR 00919
787-982-0522
edgardo@outsidegroup.com
 
Areas of Interest:Youth At Risk, Mentoring Prevention Programs, Correctional, Substance Abuse, EBTD, Academic & Youth
Date: Sat, 05 Aug 2000
Becki Gasior
377 High Street
Apt #4
Medford, MA 02155
rgasio01@tufts.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am entering my second year of graduate studies in occupational therapy at Tufts University. I am interested in combining my background in OT with adventure-based practice/therapy. I will OT, like social work, offers unique insight into doing this work. Any OTs doing work in this area, I would be interested in learning about what you do... Also, social work and OT could work hand and hand here...
Date: Sat, 01 Jul 2000
Lisa Ginsburg
Ramapo Anchorage Camp
POB 266
Rhinececk, NY 12572
914 876 8403
914 876 8839
lisaginsburg@juno.com
 
Areas of Interest:I direct an adventure based program for kids with a variety of learning, emotional, and behavioral needs. I am intereseted in facilitation techniques, trends in the field, and marketing this type of programming to other professionals who work with special needs populations.
Date: Sat, 09 Sep 2000
Jessica Giovacchini
3540 Monad Rd. #13
Billings, MT 59102
 
406-652-2649
 
jpgiova@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently the Behavior Intervention Teacher at Lockwood School (K-8) in Billings, MT. I am looking to integrate experiential/adventure based learning with our academic curriculum. I would love to hear from anyone who has successfully implemented a program like this within the public school setting.
Scott Goldsmith
Manchester High School
134 Middle Turnpike East
Manchester, CT 06047
860-647-5044
B11SGold@ci.manchester.ct.us
 
Areas of Interest:I am a school psychologist and licensed professional counselor who has begun using adventure based counseling during the past year. I am currently trying to employ ABC techniques for groups of high school students in a school setting as well as in an adolescent partial hospital program. Ideas regarding activities, debriefing and implementation would be greatly appreciated. Also, I have some of my own and would love some lively virtual conversation about ABC!
Date: Sat, 08 Sep 2001
Ellen Gooch
15 Selkirk Rd
Brighton, MA 02135
617-734-7189
eammen@juno.com or eammen@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently in my final year of an MSW program. I have been an RT for the past ten years working at on RTC in Utah. I am planning on doing my thesis on the relationship between social work and adventure based therapy working with adolescents, looking for ideas, thoughts, journals, and books.
Date: Thu, 12 Oct 2000
Alicia Goodman
482 C Dewdrop Circle
Forest Park, OH 45240
(513) 851-0090
aliciag@fuse.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am looking to get my masters in adventure or wilderness therapy or experiential education, any information explaining the differences in these programs or schools that offer these programs would be appreciated.Thank you :)
Dennis Gornik
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
 
(616) 224-7581
 
djg@bethany.com
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure-Based Counseling with the Juvenile Sexual Offender
Kim Grant
P.O Box 800 Seymour Vic, Australia 3661
Seymour, Victoria 331
03 57990943
grantk@humehealth.org.au.
 
Areas of Interest:I am co-ordinator for an adventure therapy programme for youth aged between 12 and 18 years. This programme is under child and adolscent mental health. The programme runs within the school terms. Each group is carefully put together depending on age, developmental issues and diagnoses.The programme is in its infancy but is showing alot of potential.
Date: Fri, 08 Sep 2000
Julie Graves
1114 Austin Colony Richmond, TX 77469 (permanent)
 
(507)345-5042
(281) 341-9710
 
julie.graves@mankato.msus.edu
 
Areas of Interest:M.S. in Experiential Education, M.S. in Counseling, Currently working on licensure as LPC, and LMFT. Interests include women's issues, feminist therapy, integration of spirituality and therapy, transpersonal psychology, contemplative psychology, gay/lesbian/bisexual issues in therapy, work with couples and families. Interested in working/living in CO, AZ, NM, or CA. I'd love to network!
Randy Haluza-DeLay
Warwa Outdoor School
Box 29
Darwell, AB T0E 0L0
 
(780)892-3648
 
warwa@oanet.com
 
Areas of Interest:Wilderness Based programs, High Ropes programs for a variety of clientele. Training and advocacy for adventure education and therapy.
Terri Hamilton
Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 8C6
ldanad@email.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am the executive director of an association serving persons with learning disabilities and ADD/ADHD. Additionally, my background is in outdoor education and wilderness survival. I am presently trying to develop a recreational adventure based program for this clientele, which will address self esteem and inpulsivity. I would greatly appreciate any information at all.
Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2001
Lorri Hanna
6815 E. Superior St.
Duluth, MN 55804
 
218-525-5803
 
soltreks@computerpro.com
 
Areas of Interest:My partner Doug Sabo and I are the founders of a small, therapeutic adventure-based program in northern Minnesota called Soltreks. We offer customized One-on-One Treks, 30-day Assessment Treks, Specialty Treks, and a Summer Adventure Program to teenagers and young adults with learning, emotional, and/or behavioral challenges. We are seeking experienced Instructors to lead/co-lead our treks. Feel free to contact us for more information or fax your resume to 218-525-2419. We welcome your calls or email. Internships also available.
Tracy Hans
618 Garden St
Hoboken, NJ 07030
(201) 656-6640
Thans2@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a (1997) graduate of Georgia College and State University's MS/Psychology program in Adventure Therapy. I currently work at Bonnie Brae residential treatment center in Liberty Corner, NJ as Clinical Coordinator. (The program serves male youth, ages 11-18, and incorporates Adventure Based Counseling). I am interested in networking with people involved in the field- I have specific interests in program design/development (Therapeutic Community and Positive Peer Culture), and Attention Deficit Disorders.
Date: Sun, 05 Aug 2001
Carolyn Hansen
2717 Girard Ave S. #3
Minneapolis, MN 55408
cartoon123@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:Looking for research and/or other Adventure Therapy programs who work with individuals in recovery from an eating disorder. Ideas, suggestions, and concerns are welcome as I begin developing a 1-2 day ropes course program...eventually expanding into a 2 week program encorporating wilderness trips. THANKS!
Date: Sun, 20 Feb 2000
Chuck Harney
1760 U Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-483-2437
CEH007@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a substance abuse counselor working with adolescents and young adults in the DC area. I am completing my masters in social work in May 2001. I would like to integrate my experience and love for the outdoors by combining my skills with an outdoor/recreational program. I hope to be able to talk with those of you who are also looking in the same field and those who are looking for people with my skills and my goals.
Date: Sat, 04 Nov 2000
Jodi Hardigan
8 Kennedy Lane
Walpole, MA 02081
 
jodigirl@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am 26 and am a CTRS interested in working with individuals with physical disabilities in outdoor/wilderness therapy areas. I have been searching for schools that offer masters degrees in this field or continuting education classes. I would be grateful to hear from anyone about this and if I am on the right track. I would be willing to apprentice under a wilderness therapist also. I am flexible geographically. Any information would help. Thanks!!
Lisa Harkema
PO Box 14902
Santa Rosa, CA 95402
 
hark1@outrageous.net
 
Areas of Interest:Graduate student in counseling psychology, with strong interest in therapeutic adventure, any population. I am currently developing my dissertation, and looking for a sample to study. Need an adventure therapy program, with a control sample (can be wait list). Offer in return my expertise as a researcher, and I'm applying for grants. Love to hear from you!
Gregg Hedden
766 Davis Road
Cedartown, GA 30125
770-749-0182
lghedden@bellsouth.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am a certified Therapeutic Recreation Therapist and my interest lies in conducting challenge courses with all populations. I am also interested in training professionals in facilitation of challenge courses as well as inspections of challenge courses. I enjoy hiking, biking, climbing and repelling.
Nathan Hensley
Northland College
1408 Mccarthur AVE
Ashland, WI 54806
 
715/685-9606
316/232-9158
 
nateobuf@yahoo.com
Areas of Interest:**joyology (patch adams style) **holistic outdoor adventure based therapy **Creativity and Humor in a therapeutic environment **UTILIZING the "Teachable Moments" ***I could use guidance as I develop my thesis regarding Adventure/adjunctive therapy for Post-traumatic stress disorder with people dealing with issues of mortality
Imke Herrmann
Amalienstr.23, 80333 Muenchen, Germany
+49 89 28879174
imke.herrmann@gmx.de
 
Areas of Interest:I am looking for an opportunity to work as an intern for someone doing adventuere therapy anywhere in the world. I am currently studying Psychology at the University of Munich. I used to work in an outdoor education center in South Africa and am now involved in the youth work of the German Alpine Association. I have experience in working with kids and adolescents in the outdoors, especially in an Alpine environment.
Date: Wed, 02 Aug 2000
Cori Hildebrandt
517 W. Washington Ave. #2
Madison, WI 53703
cmhildeb@students.wisc.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I just graduated (5/01) from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Business. I am currently working as a residential youth counselor for 11-17 year old delinquent males and I LOVE IT! BUT I want to move out of the Midwest once my lease is up in August 2001. I would like to move abroad or to the western or southern US. If anyone has employment opportunity leads I would appreciate the info. I am excited to work and am up for almost anything! Thanks!
Date: Wed, 16 May 2001
Karel Hilversum
PO Box 190761
San Juan, PR 00919
787-982-0522
karel@outsidegroup.com
 
Areas of Interest:Youth At Risk, Mentoring Prevention Programs, Correctional, Substance Abuse, EBTD, Academic & Youth
Date: Sat, 05 Aug 2000
Harriette Holmes
1744 E. 71 Pl. Apt. 441
Chicago, IL 60649
 
H-Holmes@neiu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Couples, Marriage and Family, Substance abuse, and Doemstic Violence Counseling. I am Very interested in any information anyone may have about the use of adventure counseling with a particular emphasis on family and or couples work. I will be graduating in the next year and I am hoping to tie some of this into my internship requirements. Please respond as soon as possible. Time is of the essence. Thank you.
Karen House
Rt. 6, Box 134C
Santa Fe, NM 87501
505-424-1150
kmcasa@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:My speciality field is therapeutic white water rafting trips. I love the water and love to take groups to the healing places in deep canyons where the water speaks to them. I also enjoy ropes course work, adaptive skiing and snowboarding and rock climbing.
Mark Howard
27 Whyte Street
Peterhead
Adelaide, South Australia, SA 5016
 
(08) 82422196
 
mghoward@senet.com.au
 
Areas of Interest:Child and Adolescent Mental Health, group work with adolescents, wilderness therapy, use of adventure therapy with families, collaborative provision of wilderness and adventure experiences. Motorcycle riding, body boarding, good food, good wine, and dark ales preferably brewed in the shed out back of our house.
Sean Hoyer
450 Hickory Dr.
Wheeling, IL 60090-6246
 
847.808.7901
smhoyer@midway.uchicago.edu
 
Areas of Interest: adolescent, substance abuse, juvenile justice
Brad Hubbard
1483 West Allen Street
Bloomington, IN 47403
 
812-330-8717
 
bbhubbar@indiana.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure Based Counseling Camp Directorship Consulting Psychology Relationship Research and Therapy
Becky Hughett
PO Box 1360
Provo, UT 84603
801-221-9030
877-610-1919
eyabecky@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:My interests focus on finding and retaining quality adventure counselors for wilderness programs. I have spent several years as a counselor for Eckerd Youth Alternatives and have found that their program is extremely successful. We have waiting lists for kids, but we need more quality counselors who have what it takes to make the most of the opportunities in our program, so that together we can truly make a lasting difference in more lives of at-risk youth.(www.eckerd.org) I am also interested in other programs that focus on adventure therapy for families.
Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2000
Sareet Ingber
2172 Vinson Mountain Rd (for September-December)
Rockmart, GA 30153
s32flavors@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I will be graduating with my M.Ed/Ed.S in counselor education (mental health) this semester and am doing my internship at Inner Harbour Hopsital in Rockamrt, GA. I am interested in adventure-based therapy and challenge course work with both youth and adults (i.e., corporate professionals). I'm trying to do some preliminary job searching, primarily in the Northern Florida/Georgia area (i.e., Orlando to Atlanta). This has proved to be quite frustrating. I would tremendously appreciate any information about companies/organizations in the area. Thank you!
Date: Tue, 05 Sep 2000
Todd Israelite
5544 N. Paulina Street
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 334-0809
wildbay@wildernessbay.org
 
Areas of Interest: Founder & Director of Wilderness Bay Wellness Foundation (www.wildernessbay.org) dedicated to the design and delivery of experiential learning program for therapeutic applications. Experienced in oncology and bereavement self-care support programs. Interested in developing program for adolescents who have been victims of or exposed to violence. Ideas, suggestions, recommendations, want to help?
Ixtabai Ixtabai
San Salvador El Salvador C.A.
Spokane Washington USA
 
ixtabai2@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:Currently EMT in San Salvador, Entering MSW program in the fall, Post-Trauma-Mind Abuse -Ex-Cult Members-Victims of Violence- I´m interested in starting Adventure Therapy in Guatemalan Jungle and in El Salvador with Gang Members. check the pages.... http://www.oocities.org/teslsalvad or http://www.salvamento.org
Date: Sun, 27 Feb 2000
Iain Jardine-MacIntyre
707 Powell St.
Vancouver, Canada, B.C. V6A 4C5
 
604-254-3700
 
macyu@direct.ca
 
Areas of Interest:adventure therapy and drug and alcohol recovery
Charleen "Charlie" Jarvis
345 Maplelake Drive
Acworth, GA 30101
 
(770) 974-9198
 
charleenjarvis@juno.com
 
Areas of Interest:Currently serving internship at an adolescent psych facility based on experiential therapy. Interested in opportunities/training in wilderness therapy. Seeking prospective sites for doctoral studies.
jennifer leigh jenkins
nanaimo, bc v9t4a6
1-800-613-1777
jennifer@kwumut.org
 
Areas of Interest:for aboriginal youth, expressive arts therapy, female camps, spiritual camps,
Date: Mon, 23 Jul 2001
Melvin (Sonny) Jessepe
PO Box 53
Tama, Iowa 52339
641-528-2085
surendra@grinnell.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Pre-teen and teen treatment modalities for native americans.
Date: Wed, 20 Sep 2000
marija jezernik
m.mikuza 18
ljubljana,
o1 565 8265
mjezernik@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:Leadership trainings
Date: Sun, 08 Jul 2001
Donna Jezierski
5480 Ne Sandycrest Terr. #4
Portand, or 97213
503- 528-8041
donnajez@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I have much experience with severe behaviorally and emotionally disturbed adolescents, as well as dual diagnosis adolecsents. My interest lies in adventure/ wilderness therapy courses with this population, including kayacking, hiking, backpacking, and ropes courses. I would like more information on employment and location of such programs.
Date: Sun, 03 Jun 2001
Chris Jobin
1923 S. Hancock ave.
Colorado Springs, , CO 80906
 
719-473-2219
 
jobinc@usa.net
 
Areas of Interest:interested in working with adjudicated youth through experiential based programs.
Flynn Johnson
35 Fairview Rd
Wardsboro, VT 05355
 
802 896-6271
 
flynn@sover.net
 
Areas of Interest:The School of Natural Wonder The Vision Quest: Wilderness Rites of Passage for adults & adolescents
Kerri L. Johnson, MS, CTRS
1385 Blackhawk Glen
Escondido, CA 92029
bearinthewoods60@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I have my Bachelor's Degree in Recreational Therapy and my Master's in Experiential Education and am currently working in an outdoor correctional facility with adjudicated boys in Northern Minnesota where we spend 3 weeks in the woods at the end of a 3 month program. For the last 7 years, I have worked with almost every outdoor activity including ropes courses, initiatives, rock climbing, canoeing, adaptive weight training and water skiing, white water rafting, and extended camping trips in the backcountry from 3 days to 2 1/2 months with people with and without disabilities and special needs, ages 4-88. I am now looking for my next adventure.
Date: Sun, 12 Aug 2001
Caralee Jones
4324 Foster Road
Prince George , BC V2N 5H7
 
562 6639 (work)
 
caralee@intersect.bc.ca
 
Areas of Interest:my area of interest is primarily well. I am interested in programming techniques to make my program better as well as effective methods of working with ADD and ADHD kids. In addition I am interested in high ropes scores and just about anything that anyone can help me with. Little bits of information can add up to a great deal. Anything is helpful. I hope to take some of the skills that I develop in my current position on to my next job which will be teaching English and Physical Education.
Perry Kaly
14535 Bruce B. Downs, #815
Tampa, FL 33613
 
(813) 631-9170
 
TAC223@AOL.COM
 
Areas of Interest:I am completing my Ph.D. in counseling psychology (Aug. 99) at the University of Florida. My dissertation research examined the self esteem and identity development of adolescents involved in a ship-based adventure program. I have a strong interest in finding employment opportunities with therapeutic adventure organizations that consist of other mental health professionals working in a team oriented atmosphere with any population. I have therapeutic experience with several populations and have experience working with adventure programs for adolescents, young adults, and adjudicated youth. Any information or suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks for your time!
Becky Kanis
3247 Gunston Road
Alexandria, VA 22302
 
(703) 998-7911
 
bkanis@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:Starting my own business that incorporates personal growth/healing and multi-day trips on gorgeous rivers with great day hiking opportunities. Looking for advice and ideas. Thank you!
Andrew Kapa
P.O. Box 261
Brisbane, Qld Australia
 
07 3254 1093
 
mauri@squirrel.com.au
 
Areas of Interest:The use of adventure based activities, counselling and therapy in the community context contributing to the development of a better quality of life for those with addictive behaviours and life issues.
Joanne Kelly
Toronto ON, CAN
sluglicker51@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:currently i am seeking a volunteer opp. in this field for the summer of 2001. any info would be seriously adored
Date: Mon, 26 Feb 2001
Kelly Kent
536 Midland Street Apt 2
Bridgeport, CT 06605-3347
(203) 330-9146
kentkelly@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am particularly interested in Therapeutic Recreation with relation to experiential learning and adventure based therapy for psychiatric clients. I am currently finishing my MS [graduating Jan. 2001] in TR. Presently I am doing an internship working with veterans with psychiatric disorders. I am intending on continuing my education either in nursing or attaining a Psy.D. either-or to work with a psychiatric clientele. I am interested in the link between cognitive behavioral training, dialectical behavior therapy, self-abuse finally ends, and adventure based therapies. Would like to be informed of continuing education and occupational opportunities. I would prefer to work with trauma survivors, persons with affective disorders and BPD and-or DID.
Date: Tue, 05 Sep 2000
BRUCE KLINE
923 SOUTH 5TH. STREET
LANDER,, WY. 82520
 
307-332-8293
307-332-6051
 
bkline@rmisp.com
 
Areas of Interest:Presently contracting with the Eastern Shoshone and Northern Arapaho Nations. Working with the new (in developing stage) program for youth at risk. Canoeing, Hiking, Camping, Mountain climbing, rock climbing, Wilderness Creative Games; Horseback riding; fishing, etc.
Rob Klein
226 granite dr.
boulder, co 80302
720.530.5322
720.406.1298
robklein3@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:i would like to synthesize my last 6 years of wilderness instruction(COBS, troubled youth, native american, adaptive ski) with my deep seated interest in helping people through their emotional/mental difficulties. presently i'm trying to figure out if i need to go to graduate school in order to manifest this. i would love any direction/guidance on this. thanks!!!
Date: Tue, 31 Oct 2000
Liz Knapp
1136 SE Center
Portland, OR 97202
 
503-731-9902
 
eknapp@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in wilderness education, specifically with high school aged kids, starting or joining the teaching crew of a wilderness expedition-based high school. Please email me if you know of any schools like this out there in this crazy world. I will be getting a BA in outdoor education July 99.
Stephanie Kneeland
2021 Berks Road
Lansdale, PA 19446
610-584-9538
sbkfnd@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I graduated this spring with a bachelors in Family Studies. I'm looking into Adventure Therapy/ Therapeutic Recreation, etc., specifically for an eating disordered population, and wondered if anyone knew of any Graduate programs (in America or abroad) or could point me toward some good web sites so I could check out the info for myself. I have experience in eating disorder awareness education, and designed my senior thesis around the theme of adventure therapy for eating disordered teens. I think it's such an interesting field, I just need some direction. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks.
Date: Wed, 15 Aug 2001
Jerome Kramer
P.O. Box 40
Glencliff, NH 03238
jome_jome@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hello out there! Over the last year I worked as an adventure education teacher at a residential treatment facility. I put together a fantastic program, wrote up a curriculum based on the New Hampshire Standards and would like to perfect it. Ideas would be great! Any information about the adventure world would also be well welcomed! Hope to hear from you...
Date: Sat, 09 Dec 2000
Eric Krawczyk
230 Willard Way
Ithaca, NY 14850
 
(607)256-2979
 
emk12@cornell.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Finding an internship, training, and/or educational track that will help me find job opportunities working with at-risk adolescents. Therapeutic adventure and experiential programs that offer wilderness-based activities with an academic and emotional growth curriculum.
dani laliberte
25 lawrence st. #11
westbrook, me 04092
danilaliberte@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I just ended a job working with the YMCA in a therapeutic adventure program for teen age 12-17 years that were on probation. I am now interested in starting a home for at risk youth. we would combine art, dance, music and adventure based therapy. I would love any information on grant writing, how to become a non profit, etc. Or any other ideas you may have.
Date: Tue, 16 Oct 2001
Tamara Lasnover
911 Preacher Crk. Rd
Shoshone, ID 83352
 
888/685-0677
208/886-2565
 
amster46@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Recently began working with youth/adolescents at-risk with the SUWS intervention program in south-central Idaho. I'm lovin the challenge! Currently, I am planning a trip to New Zealand in April and May of 1999, and am hoping for leads to connect me with some adventure therapy near Auckland and/or Christchurch (specifically Lincoln University). Please contact me, might you know of those valuable connections! Thanks!! =0)
mark lazich
1507 Lodge Lane
Boulder, Co 80303
303.442.3814
mklazich@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Finishing my M.S. in Counseling Psychology (Dec 99). I have focused my research and thesis on Wilderness/Adventure therapy: Applying Cognitive-Behavioral Theory and Family Systems Model. Currently I am working with emotionally disturbed adolescents in a wilderness setting. I am interested in programs which may incorporate family therapy in the wilderness setting. I also have an interest in Organizational/corporate therapy in the wild! Aloha!
Date: Thu, 12 Jul 2001
Kristofer Lehman
6102 Washington Blvd
Apt 1E
St. Louis, MO 63112
(314)725-1181
lehman1@brick.net
 
Areas of Interest:I directed a challenge course at a residential treatment center/ boarding school in Indiana for 2 years as well as trained staff for it's proper use. I also have facilitated at Taylor University's challenge course program and consulted with several youth programs. I just moved to St Louis for my wife's graduate work and would love an opportunity to stay involved with experiential education.
Date: Mon, 04 Dec 2000
Grant Leibersberger
504 East Willis Street
Prescott, AZ 86301
520 771 9688
grant@futureone.com
 
Areas of Interest:Many years experience in the outdoor industry including administrative capacities. Primarily working with substance abuse and families. Interested in family intervention through total wilderness immersion for all clients (an impossible task).
Date: Thu, 29 Jun 2000
Elizabeth Levin
3001 13th St
Menominee, MI 49858
didi_star@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a student majoring in Speech Therapy and should be graduating in a year. I have been involved in several 4-H groups which have emphasized therapeutic procedures for the cognitively and physically disabled. Some examples are Therapeutic horseback riding, Leader Dogs for the Blind, and own a horse of my own. Consequently, I have much experience with horses and other animals like dogs and cats and I believe the more contact a "special" (disabled, emotionally disordered) person has with animals the better off they will be in the future. I cannot explain it but people simply respond to animals in a unique way that some humans simply cannot accomplish except through countless hours of tiring therapy. Please, let me know of any positions available in the future which would fit my description after I gradutate.
Date: Mon, 29 May 2000
James (Bob) Licalzi
311 Richland Drive
Thibodaux, La. 70301
 
Work (504)448-1436
Home (504)448-1201
 
windanc2@iamerica.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently working with children under the supervision of the juvenile court in Louisiana. We provide residential care to children requiring emergency shelter, group home, and secure detention care. In addition, we provide workshops and programing for non-residential populations on our ropes course.
Jessica Linn
73 Hallet Street
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570)426-1296
(610)255-5802
jlinn@esu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Hello! I will be graduating from East Stroudsburg University in May 2001 with a degree in Recreation and Leisure Management and a emphasis in Recreation Therapy. I am looking for an internship for summer 2001. I am interested in experiental therapy and wilderness activities. I would really like to get in contact with anyone who would be helpful. No location preference.
Date: Thu, 21 Dec 2000
Jan Lockie
221 Danielle Drive
San Rafael, CA 94903
 
415-472-7846
415-446-2126
 
lockie@ymca.org.inter.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am a CTRS interested in promoting inclusive outdoor adventure experiences for people of all abilities.
Natalie Long
10254 Quaker ln
maple grove, mn 55369
612-723-0117
angleofrepose@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hello, i am a University of Minnesota graduate with a major in Outdoor Recreation Education and a minor in Psychology..i have worked with adjudicated youth girls in a court ordered residential setting..focusing on outdoor expeditions as a means to help challenge and help at risk youth. I am looking into moving to Hawaii and am trying to find job opportunities in this feild. If you can help please cntact me! thanks, natalie angleofrepose@hotmail.com
Date: Thu, 13 Jul 2000
Susan Longerbone
4228 D Edith Ln
Greensboro, NC 27409
 
336-294-9061
336-884-6098 X2868
 
slongerbone@worldnet.att.net
 
Areas of Interest:I specialize in domestic violence, sexual abuse and dissociative disorders. I am also the coordinator of an employee assistance program internally for the hospital I work for and externally for other business and industry. I am interested in using adventure therapy with survivors of abuse and as part of our EAP program
Erica Lowenberg
13005 Lincoln Way #C
Auburn, CA 95603
 
(530) 889-2686 home
(530) 823-0847 work
 
owenberge@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I currently work with developmentally disabled clients in group home facilities as a case manager and an administrator (QMRP). I have my BS in Psychology and my Master's in Education (counseling and diversity). I have experience with juvinile probation, early childhood education, Hospice, play therapy, the elderly and college student populations. I developed a passion for adventure education/therapy after helping to build, manage and train facilitators on a university course in CA. My ambition is to one day own and operate a facility that serves all populations in an integrated and holistic manner with the use of adventure therapy, metaphorical learning, and group dynamics.
Keith Loper
10266 CR 1200
Athens, TX 75751
(903) 675-3679
(903) 880-5452
keith_loper@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:Equine Therapy ,adolesent treatmentin all fields, certified ropes Facilitator. Have over 4 years exp. in ropes. Have a lifetime a exp in horses and people. look foward to hear from you.
Date: Mon, 03 Sep 2001
Laura Luz
1410 Berkeley Way
Berkeley, CA 94702
 
(510) 486-9674
 
uzenup@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:AT with adolescents, families, women, particularly ropes course, rock-climbing, backpacking activities.
Scotch Madhlophe
1631 Tokelo street, Siluma View, Katlehong, 1432
Katlehong Resource Centre, PO BOX 13333, Katlehong, 1432
Johannesburg, za +271431
scotch@krc.gp.school.za
 
Areas of Interest:I am a former commander of militarised youth - after being helped by the National Peace Accord Trust in 1995-96. I was introduced to Wilderness Therapy from there i explored more on this program going far as getting lectured by Credo Mutwa(Sangoma,Healer and prophet. We worked a lot with former Sdu'(Self Defence Units-African Nationl Congres) and SPU's (Self Protection Units-Inkatha Freedom Party), This later became a bonus because it was not only healing was also a way of bring two enemies together. I then broadened by introducing an afro context on the program. On the program we deal a lot also about african way of healing through stories, history and using the power of nature itself. I now work with Youth at Risk - young offenders, drug abusers,physicaly/sexualy abused children, peer concellers, militarised youth and youth/adults. Our program varies according to participants/clients - On a 7-day program we use the Drankensberg Moutain and on a vision quest program we use Nature Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2001
Rebecca Maguire
840 memorial dr. nw
calgary, AB t2n3c8
403-270-8923
403-777-6990
maguirebecca@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:at-risk adolescent girls, child prostitution (girls), adventure therapy applications to these populations, exisiting programs. Feminist perspective, social action componets within adventure therapy. Anyone interested in supervising a master's practicum for a MSW student from canada within the AT profession?
Date: Tue, 19 Sep 2000
Amy & Jeff Makey
P.O. Box 16708
Asheville, NC
 
828-254-5356
 
amakey@eliada.org
 
Areas of Interest:We have worked extensively in the Appalachian mountains of North Carolina as adventure trip leaders for university groups, commercial groups, incarcerated/high-risk youth, and mental health youth. We developed a high adventuer program for the agency we currently work with. There was no budget, so we incorporated community service so that the kids earned their recreation by providing labor to the organizations that furnished gear for the activity. We are interested in starting our own non-profit to serve these same populations through experiential therapeutic adventure. We appreciate insight, resources, and opportunities that can help us achieve our goals. While we love western North Carolina, we hope to spend much time in and around Utah.
Jason Malczyk
65 Skiview Dr
Plantsville, CT 06479
860-628-8654
malczyk@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a December 2000 graduate of Green Mountain Collge in Poultney, VT. My degree is a BS in Adventure Recreation. During the summer of 2000 I completed a four month internship with the Breckenridge Outdoor Education Center (BOEC) in Colorado. At the BOEC I worked with people who have TBI, DD, MS, Seizure Disorders, and combinations of disorders. I co-lead activities involving ropes courses, white water rafting, canoeing, hiking and rock-climbing. During the winter of 2000 I worked with the Vermont Adaptive Ski Program at Pico Resort in Vermont. I am interested in full or part-time positions involving outdoor recreation activities for any special populations. I hold certifications in WRC (SOLO), CPR, and Professional Rescuer. Personal interests: Sking/Alpine/Telemark, Mtn. biking, canoeing, rafting and rugby.
Date: Thu, 05 Apr 2001
Gregory Manning
569 Central Ave Apt#1
Dover, NH 03820
trust_fall@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest: I am graduating from The University of New Hampshire, Outdoor(Experiential) Education Program this May, 2000. I have extensive experience with challenge course populations, some supervisiory experience, and trip leading experience. I am a certified EMT, WEMT (SOLO), LIFEGUARD, & CPR I am looking for a full-time position in the field of therapy, education, or development with an experiential component. I am open to options. Thanks
Date: Mon, 03 Apr 2000
Elaine Marton
8741 Lagoon Drive
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
734-484-4781
lainy1@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently attending Eastern Michigan University, where I am getting my BS in Therapeutic Recreation. I am very interested in working with adolescents in a camp-like or adventure-based setting. I don't really have any restrictions as to where I can work, either.
Date: Sun, 24 Sep 2000
Tom Massoll
1115 North Cooper St.
Suite 109
Arlington, TX 76011
 
817-459-1344
 
yellowstone@bigfoot.com
 
Areas of Interest:Wilderness Based Experiential Therapeutic approaches with adolescents, and familiesas a n alternative to traditional IP or IOP treatment modalities. I am in private practice and work with adolescents in wilderness contexts predominately during summer months. I am interested in outcome-based research in relation to adventure-based therapy specifically with respect to self esteem/self concept changes.
Jackie Mattes
PO Box 22
Nicholson , PA 18446
 
570-942-6548
 
jackiemattes@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a special education teacher at a school which primarly deals with young men and women who have severe social and emotional problems. The majorty of the student population have been in trouble with thw law for drugs (using and dealing), auto theft, truancy, robbery, and arson. Most of them are asigned by the courts to local residential facilities or are from local school districts. The students who live in the residential facilities are mostly from Philadelphia.
Taylor Maxson
2641 1/2 N. Spaulding, Apt. 3-South
Chicago, IL 60647
773-278-2734
 
maxsonman@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a teacher with several years of experience in an alternative setting: a Chicago inner-city highschool for at-risk students. Having spent a summer working as a counselor for a wonderful program in Kentuckycalled 'Life Adventure', I have discovered adventure therapy as a vocation. Looking to exchange ideas/information.
Ian Marucci
1824 nw3rd place
Gainesville, fl 32603
 
352-222-4270
emar4486@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a senior at the University of florida graduating with a sociology degree. My interest is in leading trips in an outdoor setting for troubled youths. Anyone who has similar aspirations or a career similar, I would love to speak and ask some questions. I have experience in rock climbing,kayaking, skiing but really just love the outdoors and want to work in outdoor setting.
Date: Sun, 09 Sep 2001
Desirae A. Maxwell-Walsh
201 Elm Drive,
Neptune, NJ 07753
 
dendez@injersey.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a August 97 graduate of Kean University's Recreation Administration Program/Therapeutic option, minor in psychology. I am very intereste in Adventure Based Learning and would like to know of training programs in my area. Thank you.
Michelle Mazza
San Francisco, CA
415-382-1503
michelle.mazza@goldenbeartravel.com
 
Areas of Interest:Interested in using Adventure groups with women suffering from eating disorders or poor self-esteem. Use exercise/outdoor activities to empower them and learn self-awareness, personal strengths and build confidence.
Date: Wed, 28 Mar 2001
Scott McCallum
1-16 Stavebank Rd N
Port Credit, ON L5G-2T4
togobeyond@home.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a Child and Youth counselor for the George Hull Centre for children and families in Toronto. For the past two years I have led adventure based therapuetic programs during the summer months. I have also been an Instructor at C.O.B.W.S. I am currently in the process of trying to write about the program we deliver at the centre. I would greatly appreciate any shared recources and help I could get.
Date: Sun, 13 Feb 2000
Lynda McCarey
508 South Aurora Streer
Ithaca, NY 14850
1-607-273-7947
1-781-740-1520
lmccarey@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Seeking Internship!! I am currently a junior at Ithaca College in New York majoring in Therapeutic Recreation. I am looking to complete an internship in adventure therapy. One of the requirements is that this is completed under the supervision of a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, CTRS. If anyone could recommend a program I would greatly appreciate it. Location is not a large concern. Thanks!
Date: Thu, 18 Jan 2001
Michelle McCormick
Manukau Institute of Technology
Private Bag 94006 Manukay City
Auckland, New Zealand
09 274 6009 ext. 8136
m.mccormick@manukau.ac.nz
 
Areas of Interest:I am a lecturer who uses ABL as a learning tool for creating interest in being active and for creating a positive learning environment. I would be interested to hear of any ideas that may be useful or any courses that may be useful for upskilling in ABL Kia ora !
Date: Mon, 29 Jan 2001
Anne McDevitt
1475 Golf Street
Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
 
908-233-6513
860-447-1846
 
avmcd@conncoll.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am looking for employment or internship opportunities in adventure therapy. I will be graduating with my Masters in Psychology and have a strong background in counseling. My undergraduate degree is in Health/Fitness and I have experience in outdoor education.Women's wilderness therapy programs Adult team building. Any information would greatly appreciated!
Paula McKenzie
190 Second St. Collingwood, ON L9Y 1G1
584 Park St. North
Peterborough, ON K9H 4R9
(705) 445 - 0554
pmckenzi@flemingc.on.ca
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently looking for a four month " volunteer placement" (January to April 30th 2001) in the southern United States or Mexico that will allow me to work with youth at risk. By the end of this placement I want to have a clear understanding of the operation from a Management and Administrative view. I would also like to work directly with the youth as a Wilderness Insturctor. The following is my mission statement for this placement period. To develop a wide range of knowledge, skills, and teaching tools that will allow me to secure employment as a Wilderness Instructor / Programmer for youth at risk in an outdoor adventure based setting that focuses on re-evaluating morals, acquiring skills for successful decision making, problem stoving techniques, and stresses the importance of future goals. Furthermore, develop and apply the necessary skills to manage and operate a troubled youth operation.
Date: Fri, 11 Aug 2000
Jeanette Mcmahon
410 Yan Yean Road
Yarrambat, Melbourne, Vic
 
0418349917
 
Areas of Interest:l am interested in adventure therapy, your program and any programs that currently exsist within this field. I'm currently completing an Outdoor Adventure Course and would like further information about how to get involved in Adventure therapy, as it's something l would love to do. thank you
Shannon McMullen
P.O.Box 339
Durham , NH NH 03824
 
(603) 742-4261
 
shannonmmcmullen@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure Therapy with youth that have mental health diagnoses Adventure Programming for girls and women
Doug Meads
PO Box 191
Tallulah Falls, GA 30573
706-754-7113
jackstraw_30@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Greetings pioneers-I ,as so many of you, am currently working for GA DHR at a residential outdoor therapudic camp working with last stage youth. We work on day to day activity, as well as group therapy and parent/child relations. We do focus on self exploration through Ropes courses, sea kayaking, the Appalatian Trail, and many other activities. As well, I worked with OB and Two other inner city youth programs. I am desperatly seeking conversation and new ideas, so get in touch. Keep fighting, keep talking and don't forget what it is we do.
Date: Thu, 25 Oct 2001
Mike Merritt
304 Manor Dr
Dublin, PA 18917
215-249-9919
410-603-9478
mamerritt14@hotmail.com
Areas of Interest:Right now I work for the Youth Services of PA as an adventure counselor. I'm looking for a good Masters program for Recreation Therapy or Adventure Therapy. Any idea's e-mail me please.
Date: Thu Jan 10 2002
Karyne Meunier
3490 Sicotte, St-Hyacinthe, quebec, Canada, J2S 2M3
P.O. Box 193
North Conway, NH 03 860
(603) 356-8256
(450) 774-9425
cashmyre@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Canadian Univestity degree in Psychoeducation, AT with trouble youth and families.
Date: Thu, 20 Jul 2000
Bret Miller
1509 Skinner Lane
Stoughton, Wi 53589
 
608-877-8478
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in finding employement in the Wilderness, Adventure Therapy field. I have a bachelors degree in Recreation Education from The University of Iowa and am currently taking additional classes in education at University of Wisconsin - Madison. I have a well rounded background in outdoor settings and also in music. I have been a successful solo acoustic entertainer for the past ten years. I would really like to incorporate all my skills and background into an outdoor educational setting. I would appreciate guidance in any employement opportunities or internships that might get me on the right track. Please e-mail me or write. Thank You
Michelle Miller
2420 Heather Road W.
Wilmington, DE 19803
302.478.7924
mlmjack@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a graduate student who will begin an internship in September 2000. I am hoping to find an Adventure Therapy program around the Philadelphia area at which to complete the practicum. My degree will be in child and adol. counseling psychology. I prefer working with Adolescents and their families. Please write if you have any information or ideas for me. Thank you, Michelle
Date: Fri, 04 Feb 2000
Jason Moore
6208 Woodmont Blvd.
Norcross, GA 30092
 
770-840-7211
 
andtmoore@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am working on my master's degree--a Master of Divinity with an emphasis in Spiriual Formation and Discipleship. I want to make the church aware of the benefits of outdoor Ministry to youth and young adults.
Tim Moore
RR1 Box 937
Putney, Vt 05346
 
802-387-4850
 
moor@sover.net
 
Areas of Interest:Ecotourism, Community Development, Adventure Therapy with Youth Consulting, Organizatrion and Management.
Karen Morrison
6208 E. Coral Circle
Anaheim, Ca 92807
(714)685-0411
karmika@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am an Marriage and Family Therapy intern and am interested in incorporating experiential and adventure activities into the therpeutic setting. I would appreciate any information about programs in the Orange County area or about licensed therapists who are willing to provide supervision in experiential therapy.
Date: Wed, 24 Jan 2001
Ricardo Moraes
329 S. Lafayette #5
Macomb, Il 61455
 
309 8375080
309 8335798
 
RS-Moraes@wiu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I'll be getting my master degree by the end of 1998 and I'm looking for an internishp for the Spring semester of 1999. My interest is to work with adventure-based long term programs for court involved, substance addicted adolescents. I'm willing to get necessary knowledge and in the future start this practice back to my home country.
Stephanie Morris
1316 Pine St. Apt.#6
La Crosse, WI 54601
608-784-7723
deloris_morris80@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am majoring in Therapeutic Recreation and I am looking for a job where I can be outdoors and doing some kind of outdoor adventures. Could you send me some information?
Date: Wed, 15 Nov 2000
Karen Morrison
6208 E. Coral Circle
Anaheim, Ca. 92807
 
karmika@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am 26 years old and have just graduated from Pepperdine university with a Masters in Marriage and Family Therpay. I am inetersted in learning how to develop my own adventure therapy program. I have extensive experience working with abused children and adolescents. I also enjoy working with couples and probably will want to focus my efforts here or with families. I would appreciate any feedback as to how to get started on this new path...
Debra Moyen
175-3160 Townline Road
Abbotsford, BC V2A 5P4
 
604-855-7021
 
debra_moyen@bc.sympatico.ca
 
Areas of Interest:Womens' Groups, Trauma, Play and Art Therapy,and First Nations.
Julie Muarin
Brown University
Box 4805
Providence, RI 02912
 
401-521-0884
 
julie_maurin@brown.edu
Anthony Muller
3300 36th st se
grand rapids, mi 49512
(616) 559-5867
amuller@wedgwood.org
 
Areas of Interest:Brief info on me. I have a M.A. in counseling psychology, a SPADA certificate (Specialty program in alcohol and drug abuse) and am a certified addictions counselor. I have presented the last two years at the National Challenge Course Practicioners Symposium on the topic of substance abuse and the ropes course. I currently run an adolescent IOP and several other groups in the community integrating traditional substance abuse treatment with current research together through an experiential medium using portable cooperatives and initiatives. I am looking for others who are using experiential/adventure based activites in a highly therapeutic setting to discuss ideas and improve programs.
Date: Thu, 17 Aug 2000
Lee Murphy
5149 Tan Street
Jacksonville, fl 32258
(904) 259-6211 x 1563
 
Leebo@ilnk.com
 
Areas of Interest:Currently working in adult psych setting. Would like any info in this area: challenge courses, leadership, group develop, any adventure therapy programs (esp. H2O activities). Please email. Looking forward to some great new ideas!
Amy Nortrom
One Maybeck Place
Elsah, IL 62028
 
ajn9383@prin.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in using wilderness therapy as a tool to reach delinquent youth. I am a recent graduate with a degree in sociology and environmental science who is looking to gain expereince in this field. i have 8 years experience working with youth in an outdoor setting and enjoy backpacking and wilderness living.
Melissa Neff
1307 Commonwealth Ave #6
Allston, MA 02134
 
mneff@bu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Woman completing senior year at Boston University looking for information on summer counseling or experiential ed. internships and/or lasting job opps. in the Pacific Northwest(specifically, Montana, northern California, or Washington) as well as Colorado. Interests center around using wilderness/experiential therapies with adolescents, esp. girls and women's issues. Other areas of interest are addiction behaviors, emotional problems, self-esteem, motivation, family counseling, spirituality as therapeutic tool. Would love to work with Native Americans and other minorities. Have plans to eventually pursue grad work in counseling/education. Please contact me if you have any suggestions for me re internships, jobs, wilderness or experiential therapy grad programs. Good luck to everyone else...
Lisa Neville
3108 Bell river Estates Rd
Yulee, FL 32097
904/321-4120
904/277-7290
lisaneville43@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hi there! Currently I am a wilderness instructor with Hurricane Island Outward Bound in Florida. I graduated in 2000 from Eastern Ilinois University with a degree in Therapeutic Recreation. I Recently received my CTRS certificaion and I am not sure on where to being using this great certification out in the field. I have had limited time to research so basically this is my first step. If anyone has any advice or ideas or questions I would love to hear from yo! Thanks!
Date: Tue, 06 Nov 2001
Ben Nevin
73 East Elmira St.
Mansfield, PA 16933
 
(570)662-7213
 
biagio07@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a counselor at an adolescent residential treatment facility in northern PA. I am involved in a project to build a Project Adventure ropes course. We are looking for applicable foundations for grant support. I have been taking kids on adventures for seven years, but struggle with limited financial support from my company. I would welcome any help, and am willing to share my knowledge. Personal interests include climbing, mtn biking, camping, fishing, and hiking.
Gerrit Nothnagel
PO Box 907
ROOIHUISKRAAL
CENTURION,
+27 83 775 0209
effectiv@netactive.co.za
 
Areas of Interest:Basic adventure-related Experiential Learning programmes facilitator aswell as instructor. I also present Wilderness therapy or development programmes, and is busy with development of post-rehabilitation wilderness programmes, all based on Experiential Learning.
Date: Wed, 19 Jul 2000
Tiyanya Anna Nourbakhsh
4621 67th st. #C
La Mesa, CA 91941
619-469-0052
tiyanya@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently a student at San Diego State University, working towards my Rec degree. I have worked in many outdoor education based camps and have facilitated rope courses, wide range of teambuilding, coopertative learning, and outdoor adventure based activities. Currently I am working for a group home facility with children who have been physically/mentally/sexually abused. I have a great interest in working with kid or teen in a adventure theraputic setting. Please contact me if there are any summer positions available or internships. Thankyou.
Date: Wed, 28 Feb 2001
Melanie Nunnally
PO Box 30753
Raleigh, NC 27622
919-870-9856
becauseoflove@eudora.com
 
Areas of Interest:I designed a workshop/business entitled "Because of Love . . .," as a means to realign the self-images of at-risk youth, and youth in general. Centrally focused on promoting internal wellness, this workshop teaches youth to rely on self-love as life long empowerment towards peace and happiness; to some love is introduced, to others love is revived.The workshop takes its participants on a journey of self-discovery. Through group discussions, role playing, and journaling, youth embark on a plantform where their comments, fears, frustrations, and questions are not judged or ignored, rather nurtured and explored. This exploration, objectively, leads them to a strong reality--love, more profusely self-love, is the ultimate source of peronal motivation and gratification in life.If any company or organization is interested in implementing this workshop, please contact me at: becauseoflove@eudora.com.
Date: Fri, 14 Apr 2000
ELIUD NTHIGA
ADVENTURE EDUCATOR KENYA
P.O. BOX 5080
Nairobi Kenya,
317142/316960
072-711108
adventure@gatewayonline.co.ke
 
Areas of Interest:I AM DIRECTOR OF ADVENTURE EDUCATOR KENYA.WE OFFER EXPERIENTIAL TRAINING FOR STUDENTS, SPECIAL GROUPS, CORPORATE ORGANISATIONS,CHILDREN AND WOMEN. WE COVER ALL FIELDS:ROCK CLIMBING,WATER-BASED ACTIVITIES, CAMPING, BACKPACKING,MOUNTAIN CLIMBING GORGE WALKING,EDUCATIONAL TOURS,CULTURAL&GEOGRAPHICAL TUORS IN THE GREAT RIFT VALLEY AND MANY OTHERS. I WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND CONFERENCES OF EXPERIENTIAL TRAINING. I AM A MASTERS DEGREE HOLDER IN B/ADMIN AND I AM INTERESTED IN UNERTAKING A MASTERS IN EXPERINTIAL & LEISURE TRAINING. WE ARE ALSO WILLING TO HAVE VOLUNTEER GROUPS COME WORK WITH US AND ATTACHMENT FOR THOSE UNDERTAKING SEMISTER PROGRAMMES.
Date: Thu, 16 Aug 2001
Rebecca Olcott
17 High Street
MSC 42
Plymouth, NH 03264
 
(603) 535-2567
 
rolcott@mail.plymouth.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in Adventure Therapy. Currently working on Masters of Education in Counseling. Instruct low rope elements at Plymouth State College. I am curious what opportunities are available on the East Coast, specifically New England area.
Diane Orado
Lanier Elementary
4782 Thompson Bridge Road
Gainesville, GA 30505
 
(770)532-8781
 
diorado@stc.net
 
Areas of Interest:Elementary adventure based counseling programs
Alyse Ostreicher
907 N. Gadsden St.
Tallahassee, FL 32303
 
850.414.8816
 
AlyseO@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hiring creative individuals to work at our seven bases within the state of Florida with youth populations. Always looking for teachers, wilderenss and residential instructors, personally, sea kayaking and teenagers.
Ronald Parker
2 Norton Summit Rd Magill South Australia
ADELAIDE, South Australia 5072
 
84314983
0417807124
 
alchemy@picknowl.com.au
 
Areas of Interest:Theraputic interventions as applied to young offenders Gestalt methods in Adventure Therapy Client evaluatiuon methods Program evaluation methods
Pam Parsons
Aspen Achievement Academy
PO Box 400
Loa, UT 84747
 
pparsons@color-country.net
 
Areas of Interest:Clinical Director for Aspen Achievement Academy, a wilderness therapy program for at-risk adolescents in Southern Utah. I am looking for licensed (or working towards licensure) mental health professionals who have a passion for wilderness and working with adolescents and their families. I am interested in people who are willing to move to the area and become part of our incredible community. Also interested in 2nd year+ students who are looking for internships. We often have positions open for field counselors, as well. Welcome all inquiries.
Micah Parzen
939 Coast Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037
619-454-1046
5E Dept Anthro, CWRU
10900 Euclid Ave,
Cleveland, OH, 44106
216-321-9639
 
mdp5@po.cwru.edu
 
Areas of Interest: Wilderness therapy in cross-cultural context, Native America, Navajo
Jon Perez
P.O. Box 2954
Pinetop, AZ 85935
 
520.338.4811
 
bearwood@therim.com
 
Areas of Interest:Wilderness Based Experiential Therapeutics with At-Risk Youth Interventions with multicultural youth Trauma Response and Research
Joe Perron
P.O. Box 203
Hartland, Vermont 05048-0203
802-436-2762
802-287-8299
perronj@greenmtn.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure therapy at Nursing Homes Adventure Therapy with Youths at Risk Wilderness Training Programs with focus on training leaders to develop programs for Nursing Home residents
Date: Mon, 22 Oct 2001
Marianne Phillips
36936 SE Boitano Rd
Sandy, OR 97055
 
503.668.5586
 
graphx@teleport.com
 
Areas of Interest:I'm a CTRS working on a project to develop an inclusive drop-in center geared toward people with mental illness and addiction issues, but open to everyone. Experiential education modalities, such as challenge courses, backpacking, bike touring, music, and art, would be major components for improving the quality of life for all that participate. I am also working on a research project using experiential education with people with substance abuse issues.
Eva Pomeroy
Box 201
Port Robinson, Ontario L0S 1K0
 
Eva@adventurerope.u-net.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hello! I am a Canadian studying and working in Britain. I am completing a PhD in Education which focuses on young people expelled from school. I also work for a variety of outdoor-based development traing organisations in the UK (Outward Bound Wales, Brathay Hall). Through my research I have become very interested in oudoor based work with young people and their families. I would like to do an internship in this area next summer (1999. Could anyone lead me to potential organisations to approach? All locations considered.
Jason Prichard
5890 Chemin de la Cote St Antoine #15
Montreal, PQ H4A 1S5
514-369-2414
514-937-5351 ext 265
treebeard20@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:My principle interest is in providing at risk youth with challenging, adventure based experiences. Over the past few years I have been operating a Summer Camp program for inner city youth (100 per week for 8 weeks). The camp program focused on giving kids access to activities that are success oriented and giving them a chance to explore new possibilities in life. I am completing a degree in Therapeutic Recreation and am currently looking for an internship placement related to my interests. Any help would be greatly appreciated...
Date: Mon, 04 Sep 2000
Steven Pugh
17000 140th AV NE
Woodinville, WA 98072
 
(425) 481-5700 ext.5#
 
Puzoo@AOL.com
 
Areas of Interest:Incorporating ropes course work into traditional clinical psychological outpatient private practice with adults and adolescents
Annie Powell
Asheville, NC
 
anpow@email.unc.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I'm a student majoring in recreation therapy at the UNiversity of North Carolina at Chapel HIll. I have a strong background in youth-related wilderness trips and am looking to transfer some of this knowledge to working with special populations in a therapeutic wilderness setting. I'm primarily interested in family therapy. I have experience working with youth-at-risk and people with cognitive disabilities. I'll be graduating in December 2000, and am currently seeking an internship opportunity with a CTRS in an adventure-based program for summer 2000. Please contact me!
Reyes Quezada
1550 Crestview Rd.
Redlands, Ca 92374
619-260-7453
909 335-9417
rquezada@acusd.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Conducting Teambuilding, Low and High Rope Adventure Programs. Equipped to conduct Ropes Programs at any site there are trees through the use of a portable Low & High Ropes course. Specialty work with bilingual Spanish speaking individuals, minotiy students and at-risk youth.
Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2000
Rod Quintrell
PO Box 401 Henley Beach SA 5022
Adelaide, Sth.Aust. 5022
Earth Adventure@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Understanding and extracting therapeutic outcomes from Adventure based recreation.
Date: Mon, 14 Aug 2000
Rachel Radford
7741 Johnson St.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
rachel_radford@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in experiential education/therapy with any and all populations, through any recreational means imaginable. I have an MS in Family Therapy and am particularly interested in the use of experiential recreational therapy with families and couples. Another strong interest is religious/spiritual groups. Am interested in starting starting something in the south florida area, possibly Ft Meyers/Naples, around 2003-2006. Anyone intersted in partnering, investing, sharing information, etc., please contact me.
Date: Thu, 24 Feb 2000
Dr. Bob Radosta
p o box 5143
ovilla.tx 75154,
2148047484
rreddo@msn.com
 
Areas of Interest:Using experiences such as the ropes course or equestrian activities to foster the therapeutic growth of individuals and families. My graduate degrees are in psychology and family therapy and I find that the experiential approach to therapy is most powerful. I also find the experiential approach fun for therapists and beats sitting in a room talking about problems by a long shot.
Date: Mon, 19 Mar 2001
Jody Radtke
2409 Keystone Ct
Boulder, CO 80304
303-402-1201
jradtke@hutman.net
 
Areas of Interest:Outward Bound, adolescents, corporate teambuilding, wilderness-based adventures
Date: Tue, 23 Jan 2001
Kari Rajaorko
Valasrannantie 465
SF-21900 YLANE FINLAND,
+358-400-694176
kari.rajaorko@mll.fi
 
Areas of Interest:I work in non-prof. Rehabilitation and Development Center in Finlad, Europe. We use adv.ed/adv.therapy with families(with social problems), disadvantaged children, "drop-out" youngstes and so on. I am interested in co-operation with a center like us.
Date: Fri, 11 Aug 2000
Jennifer Ratka
221 Swanson Hall
Grand Forks, ND 58202-2014
ratka11@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hello! I am currently a senior at the University of North Dakota. I am double majoring in Psychology and Recreation and Leisure Services, with and emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation. I will be finishing up my classwork in mid-May (I will have my B.S. in Psychology in May) and I am looking for an internship for the summer (if possible) or the fall. I would really like to intern with a CTRS that works with adventure therapy/experiential education. If anyone knows of anyone who is a CTRS and works with adventure therapy, please let me know via e-mail. Thanks!
Date: Sat, 01 Apr 2000
Chris Read
1431 N. Nevada Ave.
Colorado Springs, Co 80907
 
719.575.0841
970.887.4061
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently working with a wide variety of disabled partipants (including youth at risk and mental health)for a relatively conservative outdoor adventure based organization in Colorado. I would like to move on to a more dynamic and aggresssive program. My favorite populations to work with are youth at risk, at ease populations of any age (i.e team building), families and idividuals serching for challenge and growth. I also have a strong interest in the field of leisure research or creating a new uptsart program. My degree is a B.S.in Therapeutic Recreation from the University of Utah (1996). Please contact me for a complete resume.
Allen Rees
232-21 Ave N.W.
Calgary, AB T2M 1J3
(403) 276-7154
 
reesa@cadvision.com
 
Areas of Interest:Disabled sailing, rockclimbing, hiking, mountaineering with individuals who have a severe and persistent mental illness and working with individuals on an acute care adult inpatient unit.
Shannon Regis
412 W.King St.
Smethport, Pa. 16749
(814) 887-9392
CwgrlRgs@netscape.net
 
Areas of Interest:Howdy y'all! I have been involved with the theraputic riding program since I when I was five yrs old for three yrs. (25 yrs ago)...I had Legg Perthesis Diease in my hip.. that therapeutic program had successfully accomplished overcame my handicap. I was able to walk again without the need to use braces and wheelchair. Now I owe it to all those kids who deserves to feel like they are on the top of the world and overcome their fears of their handicaps. I would like to know how to find the information on getting grants from the goverment or state to help our Elusive Riders Therapeutic Riding Program to build a year around building so that our children can attend all year around not only few weeks in the summer time. I strongly feel that it would really help them a great deal if they contuine in that program. I simply want to see them smile endlessly and to feel they are somebody who can do anything they put their minds to. I was there and I can relate...Please feel free to contact me and if
Date: Tue, 04 Dec 2001
Frank S. Renberg
3820 68th Street
Caledonia, MI 49316
 
616-698-8982
616-285-6777
 
RenbergFS@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a Masters Level Psychologist. I work at the elementary school level. We are constructing a challenge course this fall and I would welcome any suggestions. Thanks!
Staci Richards
6232 38th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98115
206 525 2808
staciare@u.washington.edu
 
Areas of Interest: Currently designing an oncology adventure program for the American Cancer Society for my thesis project at the Evans School of Public Affairs in Seattle Washington. Looking for leadership advocates and berievement counselors as sources of information to further develop this project. We will be holding our first 1 week long kayak-adventure program next summer (2002) and I would love to attract a solid volunteer (and some paid) leadership staff for the young adult (18-25) survivors adventure program. Thanks for your interest!
Date: Tue, 21 Nov 2000
Amanda Rieff
Earlham College, Box 1330
Richmond, IN 47374
765-973-2999
847-251-2253
RieffAm@earlham.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am a senior psychology major graduating in May, 2000 from Earlham College. I have worked with at-risk adolescent girls at Girls Inc. and high-risk adolescent boys at the State Hospital in Richmond, In. I have also provided therapy for a child with autism, and been a overnight camp counselor for three years. I am interested in working with at-risk adolescent girls in a theraputic environment. Both wilderness therapy and other types of experiential education are appealing to me. I am looking for a solid program which fosters a nurturing environment focused on developing the potential in adolescent girls. If anyone has any suggestions I would love to hear from you.
Date: Thu, 13 Apr 2000
Sharon Rimmer
28 Castle Street
Woolton
Liverpool, England, L25 7SW
0151 2838905
ecssrimm@livjm.ac.uk
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently studying towards a degree in Outdoor and environmental education (final year) I am wrighting my dissertaton on a review of adventure therapy and its affectiveness. At the moment adventure therapy is not big news in England, but i am very interested in following a carreer path in this area. If any one can help a desperate 24 year old out with any info, please dont hesitate in contacting me. Cheerio Sharon
Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2001
Phil Rivera
33 Chestnut St. Apt. 11
Worcester, Mass. 01610
508-754-8041
freespirit_95@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:I retired from public school administration, and now am beginning work as an advisor to youth 17-22 in a one year inrernship program. Interns begin their year particiapting in a 3 week "wilderness" trip. They then reside in apartment housing and begin their internships. My role is to advise interns on every aspect of their experience. The ultimate goal is clarity of purpose in setting a course for one's life. This often includes selecting a college program suited to the youth's talents, interests, and passion for life.
Date: Tue, 04 Jul 2000
Christina Roberts
#11 544 Platt's Lane
London, ON N6G 3A9
519 672 3515
otxena@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am weeks away from finishing my Master's degree in Occupational Therapy at the University of Western Ontario, and have a previous degree in Kinesiology. I have had the opportunity to participate in Therapeutic Kayaking as an OT student and am considering looking further into Adventure-Based Therapy when I return to my home in Western Canada (Calgary).
Date: Thu, 08 Jun 2000
donald roberts
8412 Steilacoom Bld. S.W. - Apt. #13
Lakewood,, WA. 98498
2539831404
2539831404
donroberts@qwiknet.com
 
Areas of Interest:I'm a chemical dependency counseling student at Central Washington University - Steilacoom. I have 32 more unit to complete, or about one year until I receive my Bachelor's degree. I graduated from Tacoma Community College human services program, receiving my Associate of Arts and Science degree in 1997.In 1999, I graduated from University of Washington with a Bachelor's degree in Self and Others.I am interested in chemical dependency counseling because I believe that drugs and alcohol are very often, an integral part of family disfunction; and family coounseling is my second interest. My goals are to work as a chemical dependency and family counselor.
Date: Sun, 07 Oct 2001
Niki Roussopoulos
14572 Bear Creek Rd
Boulder Creek, CA 95006
(831)338-0607
(650)879-0223
niksoup@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Seeking internship with Adventure Therapy program. I am currently a student at Prescott College, getting a Masters in Counseling/Wilderness Therapy. I have been working with the YMCA for four years as a Teen Program Director and Director of YMCA Camp Loma Mar located in the Santa Cruz Mountains. I enjoy backpacking and all outdoor activities and am looking for an opportunity to implement what I am studying with adolescents in an outddor setting.
Date: Sat, 12 May 2001
Fritz Runge
7305 S. Potomac St. Ste. 201
Englewood, Co 80112
3037923777
cell 3038773822
fritzrunge@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am the Adventure Program Coordinator for the 18th Judicial District Senate Bill 94 Program for the State of Colorado. I am developing a program for pre-trial, pre-adjudicated youths, both male and female, as an alternative to detention and a tool to reduce detention served. Also as a preventative aid and to reduce recidivism. I am looking for assistants in the field, ranging from wilderness trips in Co., Ut., and Wyo. to ropes courses, snow boarding, equestrian thx, and day climbing trips.
Date: Tue, 09 May 2000
Kristen Rutkowski
Charlotte, NC
 
cimy3@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:In May 1999, I am graduating with a Masters in Counseling Education. I am also a certified athletic trainer (ATC). I am looking for a job in the New England area which incorporates my counseling skills and skills as a Ropes Course Facilitator/Wilderness Specialist and love for children and young adults. Any information will be helpful
Brian Rutter
P.O. Box 1058
George Jr. Republic
Grove City, Pa. 16137
 
724-458-9330-ext 248
 
BDELclimb@pathway.net
 
Areas of Interest:I currently run an adventure based counseling facility for adjudicated youth and I am searching for research dealing with evaluations of such programs. I am interested in all aspects of the field and would be interested in helping others if needed.
Cara Sadira
1534A Kanepoonui Rd
Kapaa, HI 96746
(808)822 0824
cara_sadira@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:RESEARCH TO SUPPORT THE THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS OF ROCK CLIMBING FOR YOUTH AT RISK AND WOMEN!!
Date: Mon, 27 Nov 2000
Dan Scaduto
UNM/Children's Psychiatric Hospital 1001 Yale NE
3240 Mountainside Parkway
Albq., NM 87111
(505) 272-5011
(505)271-8695
dscaduto@cph.unm.edu
 
Areas of Interest:As coordinator of Therapeutic Recreation/experiential therapies at University of New Mexico Childrens Psychiatric HospitalI work with children ,adolescents and their families. I am always in search of new ideas and activities with small and large groups that facilitate the many issues that they are faced with.
Date: Wed, 03 Jan 2001
Scott Schaefle
206 N. 4th Ave #112
Sandpoint, ID 83864
 
sschaefle@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently looking for opportunities to participate in developing programs and staff for wilderness based theraputic programs. I have worked at OB, NOLS, and in private programs and have a wide range of skills and interests. Please email me regarding opportunities, ideas, and dialouge.
Drew Schlachter
930 NW Carlon Ave. #3
Bend, OR 97701
(541)-389-4395
drew_schlachter@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hullo. I am currently a Head Instructor for Obsidian Trails, a Wilderness Therapy Outdoor school based in Bend, Oregon. I have a Bachelor Degree in Recreation Management from Northern Arizona Univerisity. In the past I have been an activity leader for a Charter Elementary school, a Challenge Course Supervisor, Trip Leader(backpacking, including Grand Canyon, Grand Teton, and Zion National Parks), Therapeutic Recreation program leader, have completed two internships with the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, and more. I am interested in helping struggling youth in an outdoor setting. I am looking to expand my repetoire to include international study and work. If anyone knows of agencies that operate internationally, I am very interested and motivated to find out more. Please send information to me if possible, and I wish the rest of the industry much luck in this strenuous field of work. -Drew Schlachter (drew_schlachter@hotmail.com)
Date: Fri, 14 Sep 2001
Charles Schnarr
P.O. Box 30872
Tucson, AZ. 85751-0872
520-490-8262
elevated_excursions@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am director of a new business called Elevated Excursions. I work with Teens and Young Adults, ages 16-25, providing outdoor-recreational activities and adventures with a spiritual focus. Hiking, Bckpacking, and Rock Climbing in nature help people to work on their personal fears and spiritual issues leading them to continually discover individual healing in their lives.
Date: Wed, 16 Aug 2000
Larry Scott
Box 407
Kyle, SD 57752
 
keturahsdad@angelfire.com
 
Areas of Interest:Native American children and youth, adventure and adventure therapy programming for children ages 4-12, adventure programming for prevention.
Maggie Seiler
National Peace Accord Trust
PO Box 1338
Saxonwold Johannesburg, 2132 South Africa
 
011 27 11 483 2612/13
 
npat@wn.apc.org
 
Areas of Interest:We are an NGO in South Africa. We work in areas affected by violence. WE work with militarised youth and small children who suffer from abuse. WE offer Wilderness Therapy, a 7 day programme and Adventure Therapy, a week-end programme.
Eric Serbus
510 Sunrise Ave.
Bird Island, MN 55210
320-365-3626
ericserbus@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:I just recently graduated from Saint John's University with a B.A. in social science and secondary education. I enjoy working with youth and i am an avid outdoorsman. I am looking for more information on adventure-based learning and wilderness education for at-risk youth. Specifically, I would like to know how I can get my foot in the door to this exciting field. Please email me. Eric
Date: Wed, 05 Jul 2000
Kate Shear
573 cricklewood drive
State College, pa 16801
 
(814)861-0618
 
kms268@psu.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am a penn state undergrad, majoring in rehab services, minoring in therapeutic rec. I am extremely intrested in adventure based counseling, and would ask anybody with useful information to email me for a paper that I am writing about the benifits of ABC.
Adam Shoemaker
169 A Parker Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19128
 
215 508-3425
 
jashoe@juno.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a recent graduate of Georgia College & State University's unique but now defunct Master's of Psychology in Adventure Therapy program. I am currently working with Substance Abuse populations, but I am also interested in working with family populations, teens (both at-risk and at-ease), and doing organizational development. My only constraint: currently I must stay in the Philadelphia area. Very interested in networking in the area. Let's chat!
Edward Shore
133-B Minnie St.
Keller, , TX 76248
817-337-0789
babbo@ont.com
 
Areas of Interest:Am in the process of introducing Adventure Therapy in the Fort Worth, TX area at an older well established facility with low/high elements challenge course and and much outdoor activities as well. If you've an inerest please visit...
Date: Thu, 29 Mar 2001
Claude Silver
826 Page St.
San Francisco, Ca 94117
 
(415) 552-3556
 
ILVER@SIRIUS.COM
 
Areas of Interest:HI! I'M 28 FEMALE LOVES WORKING W/ HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AND CORPORATIONS AND WOMEN... IN THE WILDERNESS, ROPES COURSES, TRUST GAMES, WW RAFTING, CLIMBING. I AM VERY INTRESTED IN BEING WITH PEOPLE WHO WANT TO GET THERE VOICE HEARD - WHO WANT TO FINALLY GET TO HEAR THEIR OWN VOICE! I AM OPEN TO MANY CHALLENGES, ESP. THOSE INVOLVED IN EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION. GRADUATE OF C.O.B.S. WILDERNESS LEADERSHIP SEMESTER AND SPENT MY JUNIOR YEAR AT PRESCOTT COLLEGE! WOULD LOVE SOME CONTACTS FOR POSSIBLE EMPLOYMENT IN NORTHERN CA. THANKS AND ENJOY!
Susan Sisk
P.O. Box 1209
Radford, VA, 24141
(540) 633-6001
tekoasusan@i-plus.net
 
Areas of Interest:Tekoa operates 3 residential treatment facilities in Blue Ridge Mountain area of s.w. Virginia. We have a special education school and want to move more into experiential, adventure based programming. We also employ therapists with Master's degrees and have 2 CTRS staff. Summer employment available, especially for certified teachers with adventure based recreation skills and experience. Interested in finding someone who can design, build and train staff in ropes course, outdoor climbing wall construction and use, etc. Could be just a summer job or full time with re-location to our area. We have 30 + adolescents in care and approximately 50 staff. Interested in networking, resources, outcomes measurement, etc. Thanks!
Date: Wed, 07 Mar 2001
Trevor Smith
523 King St
Springfield, ma 01109
 
(413) 748-5588
 
tsmith9916@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently a graduate student at Springfield college in Therapeutic Recreation Management.I am curently involved in a research project that focuses on how adventure based counseling enhance the self-esteem of children who are developmentally disabled. I am eager to hear from anyone who can provide me with more information and resources in relating to this topic. Also, I am also looking for internship possibilities for the summer of 2000. I am looking for a field experience working with children with disabilities particularly developmental disabilities in an adventure therapy situation. I have had experience working with At-risk,developmentally and physically handicapped in mental health,school and camp settings. I would would greatly appreciate any feedback from anyone in the field. Thanks!
Randall Smsith
1202 Forum Dr.
Rolla, MO 65401
 
573-341-8121
 
Areas of Interest:Substance Abuse tx. Ajudicated Youth Probation and Parole Adult
Callie Snyder
116 Vista Dr
Akron, Pa 17501
 
(717) 859-4814
 
jimsny@juno.com
 
Areas of Interest:I have worked with the mentally and physically disabled as well as adolescents. I want to go on to grad school and eventually would like to be a professor to help develope programs offered in colleges using group and adventure philosophies. If anyone can recommend a school let me know ASAP.
Joe Solanto
453 Head St
Victoria B..C., CAN V9A 5S1
 
(604) 241-7131
 
silksky@pacificcoast.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am the Director of the "Vancouver Ocean Challenge Society" which provides challenging marine and wilderness camping experiences for "at risk" male and females ages 13-18. Over the past three years we have launched five two-week expeditions of twenty youth in 27' Navy Whalers, which are open sailing vessels. The staff consists of trained Youth Workers, and highly experienced Skippers. The youth are referred by private and public agencies serving this population. Fees are almost entirely subsidised by private and corporate sponsorship and all equipment and gear is provided. The youth sail (or row when there's no wind) from Nanaimo to Victoria over the course of the two weeks, and camp nightly in the various Marine Parks of the Gulf Islands. In 1997 we were nominated for the North Vancouver "Violence Prevention Award". The program utilizes selected positive peer role models as well as Leaders In Training who have successfully completed prior expedtions. A Web Page is under development.
Mary Ann Spracher
PO Box 27961
Austin, Texas 78755-7961
 
davidma@dbcity.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am a CTRS currently working contractually as a ropes facilitator. I have been working in Utah as a Wilderness Instructor in a therapeutic-based program for high-risk youth. My dream is to start a school based wilderness program for at-risk youth. Anyone out there doing this already? Please write (e-mail) let's talk!
Scott Staubach
HCD33 Box 233 Belevdere Rd.
Keene, NH 03441
603-355-4765
802-258-9538
scott@austine.pvt.k12.vt.us or sstaubach@msn.com
 
Areas of Interest:Using adventure based therapy with deaf children. I am trying to enroll into a Ph.D. program at the Union Insitition to study the use of adventure therapy approach with deaf children. Any one out there have any research or information on this topic? Please let me know via email. Thank you.
Date: Tue, 07 Mar 2000
Katherine Starr
241 Wright Street
Marquette, MI 49855
906-228-4692
katstarr@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I work with substance-abusing adolescents as an outdoor recreational therapist. I am currently studying the effects of adventure based therapy on the self-efficacy of our clients as part of my graduate research in psychology.
Date: Tue, 23 Oct 2001
Anne Stine
20 Spring Grove Ave.
San Rafael, CA 94901
 
415-457-3691
 
astine10@aol.com; astine@wildernessrites.com
 
Areas of Interest:Ecopsychology and nature-based therapies; earth-based healing practices, including wilderness quests and rites of passage. Journeys offered for women only, men and women, adolescents; apprenticeship/internship trainings in earth-based healing practices. All experiences take place in a natural setting and for extended lengths of time in the wilderness.
Bruce Strom
Thistledew Camp, HCR 3 - Box W-10
Togo, MN 55788
 
218-376-4411
 
bstrom@smtp-thd.doc.state.mn.us
 
Areas of Interest:Currently Director of Adventure Programs at Thistledew Camp - Minnesota Department of Corrections. We have two adventure programs for youth at risk and adjudicated youth.We use adventure and wilderness activities along with adventure therapy methodologies to enhance the self-esteem and confidence of our students and give them new "tools for change". Interested in finding persons looking for internships in this field and those seeking employment opportunities as wilderness instructors, Adventure/Recreation Therapists, and recreation program assistants.
Brandt Stuart
P.O. Box 5037
Eugene, Or 97405
 
541-342-3875
 
nwadvwks@pond.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am the director of Northwest Adventure Works and a licensed psychologist associate. Main interest is outpatient and community based adventure therapy programs emphasizing solid ethical and clinical practice
Rob Sveen
PO Box 296
Rosny Park, Tasmania, Australia 7018
 
0011 (International code)+3 62333503
 
rsveen@postoffice.tased.edu.au
 
Areas of Interest:Primary and secondary prevention of adolescence at-risk, adjunctive and wilderness therapy, collaborative work with similar service providers, qualitative & quantitative research and evaluation, individual maturation processes, group developmental processes as a means for individual growth of heterogeneous populations, facilitator training in therapeutic wilderness techniques, practitioner meditative self-care...
Jamie Swan
79 Constellation Cres
Bridgeman Downs, QLD, Australia, 4035
 
011 617 3353 0029
 
L97swan@pan.hbs.gu.edu.au
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently working on my Master's Thesis in Outdoor Education and I am looking at the benefits that can be gained from Integrated Outdoor / Experiential Education. I have been looking for previous studies so that I could possibly continue the research in this area, or at least determine exactly what benefits there are. Any info would be greatly appreciated. I am looking to do some further research in the US, so if there are any programs at there which believe they can show benefits, I would like to hear about them!! Thanks everyone!! :)
Angie Tenebrini
Eisenmenger Learning Center
919 Lafond Ave
St. Paul, MN 55104
 
(612) 642-4072
 
tene0003@tc.umn.edu
 
Areas of Interest: I have an M Ed in Youth Development Leadership from the U of Minnesota. I work with K-6 EBD (emotional behavioral disorder) inner city children. My situation is unique in that I work with them not in the classroom, but at Wilder Forest, 1,400 acres of woods, farm, lakes and pure fun! My job will be changing slightly - I am helping to develop an after school program for k-3rd graders that will take place at their school. I will be leading expereintial educational ectivities in the classroom. I need some suggestions of where I can find materials, books, journals, curriculum, etc. to educate myself more about working with the younger at risk children, experientially, in their classroom. I look forward to hearing from you!
Dustin Tester
220 Grove Avenue
Prescott, AZ 86301
 
520-541-9295
 
dustint@prescott.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Hey all you woman adventure educators or others...I'm doing a research/career project on current wilderness therapy programs for adolescent girls. Are there any rites of passage for girls out there? Where could I find out more info about these, and significant info about the outstanding benefits they have in fostering self-esteem and such for our struggling youth. Please I need your help so I can shed some light and love on this population. E-Mail me at dustint@prescott.edu
Randy Tetzner
1391 W Bering DR
Coeur D'Alene, ID 83815
208-667-9090
Prodim@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a flight instructor and wish to work with juvenile offenders, amputees and parapelegics. Aviation offers a person the abilityto to control thier enviroment or let the enviroment control them. It builds self esteem and character and confidnce.
Date: Mon, 04 Sep 2000
Ondene Thomas
#3 Lanmar Apartments
#34 Newton Terrace, Ch Ch
Barbados,
246-4204451
 
fantasyplanners@sunbeach.net
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure based therapy, adults and youth at-risk groups
Erin Thompson
5525 N. Stanton #32D
El Paso, TX 79912
 
(915) 581- 0667
 
thomps2@elp.rr.com
 
Areas of Interest:Erin Thompson, RN Facilitator Psychiatric Nursing, Adventure Therapy, Experiential Education, Marketing, Home Health Care
Suzan Thompson
244 Mustang Trail, Suite E
Virginia Beach, VA 23452
 
757-306-9100
 
skthompson@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Challenge course facilitator & trainer; experientially-based programs for colege students and other groups. In addition to counseling individuals and teaching graduate courses in counseling at the university, I also provide group supervision for professionals working on their state counseling license. I use an active and experiential approach to all my work. My goal is to open a practice on the Eastern Shore of Virginia that includes more adventure therapy as well as consulting with businesses and non-profit organizations.
Date: Tue, 19 Dec 2000
Susanna Thomson
29 Gresham St, St Johns Wood Qld 4060
Australia, Qld 4060
 
07 33661633
 
susyt@mailexcite.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently completing a Masters course in Outdoor Education. I have a teaching background but I also work as a youth worker with young homeless people. I have been working with young people in an Adventure based context for 3 years and I am passionate about it. I also went to the Adventure Therapy Conference in Perth last year. I am very interested in sharing ideas with others who also believe in this profession.
Hans Tilstra
3/53 Ashburn Grove
Ashburton, VIC 3147
 
61 3 9885 9405
 
hanstilstra@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Development of scripts, applying Gestalt therapy theory in training staff working in human services field. NB: Usually, GT is applied in more clinical settings, I am particularly interested in anyone (preferably trained in GT) who is developing methods of using this in experiential education / training settings.
Lisa Tobe
PO Box 3140
Quincy , CA 95971
 
530-283-6150
 
tobe_me@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in a starting a program for adult survivors of violence and would love to get some resources on how to use wilderness therapy to address this population, as well as knowledge about existing programs. Thanks for your help.
Alayne Torretta
4-H Youth Development Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Warren County
Wayne Dumont Administration Building 165 Rt. 519S
Belvidere, NJ 07823
(908) 475-6502
(908) 475-6514
torretta@aesop.rutgers.edu
 
Areas of Interest:I am a recreation therapist (C.T.R.S. 1989-2000) who worked in mental health for 8 years. I now focus on prevention. I am currently working with Children, Youth and Families At-Risk in the 4-H youth development program. Specifically, strengthening at-risk families, youth development and leadership development. Adventure activities works wonders with this population.
Date: Wed, 07 Nov 2001
Nicola Trenorden
34 Wattle Street
Bridgewater
South Australia, SA 5155
 
82313726
83394126
 
sa@tear.org.au
 
Areas of Interest:adventure therapy experiential learning working with marginalised groups wilderness adventure eg caving
Dave Trindle
107 Old Mill Road
New Hope, PA 18938-1323
215-862-2425
davetrindle@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:Two years ago, at age 48, I took an early retirement from the financial services industry to begin a second career as a family therapist working with teens and adults with abuse histories on an outpatient basis (group and individual) at Catholic Charities. I particularly enjoy working with abused/neglected teens. I am also an outdoors-lover who likes hiking, backpacking, bicycling, etc. I am interested in getting involved with a therapeutic wilderness camp. I am a nationally certified professional counselor with an MA in Counseling Services from Rider University. I would appreciate the opportunity to talk with someone about what the possibilities might be.
Lee Tufford
Markham Ontario
St.Catharines Ontario
lee_tufford@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am currently starting up a low/high ropes course in Markham and would be interested in learning more about Therapeutic Adventure Therapy.
Laura Tyson
207 Canyon Blvd. Suite 201
Boulder, CO 80302
 
303-543-9181
 
lauratyson@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest: Women, sexual trauma and domestic violence, adolescent girls, and pre-teen girls. Research.
Kai Van Bodegom-Smith
19 West Main St. Apt # 3 Salem, VA 24153
Box 259 Dallas, PA 18613
Salem, VA 24153
 
540-375-3693
540-389-8646
 
kaivbs@worldnet.att.net
 
Areas of Interest:Im currently working in alternative education. I grew up at a YMCA camp at which I worked in all aspects of the program including, High Ropes, Low Ropes, Climbing tower, Canoe and Hiking overnights. Im currently looking for a program that treats at-risk youth in a wilderness setting. Im specifically hoping to find a program that ensures an appreciation of the out of doors and also has a spiritual component. Please contact me if you have any questions, information or would like to exchange information.
Jere Vanden Heuvel
2700 Pineridge Dr. Apt. F
Walker, MI 49544
 
(616) 791-8362
 
jvheuvel@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure-based therapy program development: I work within a residential center setting for adolescent boys and girls (12-18) at a Christian psychiatric facility. Looking for anyone who has been down this trail before. Would love to hear from you!! Successes, struggles, etc.
Christine Venter
Kasteel Ladies Hostel ; PU for CHE; Potchefstroom; 2523
Iris Crescent: 5 ; Virginia; 9430
 
082 4843968
11765194.4@puknet.puk.ac.za
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure therapy as intervention for emotionally abused teenage girls. Spesifically girls in Childrenshomes
Date: Mon, 14 May 2001
Dan Verbetem
Touch of Nature - SIU
Mailecode 6888
Carbondale, IL 62901-6888
 
618-549-0897
 
danver@siu.edu
Melanie Vieth
3115 White St.
Marinette, WI 54143
 
(307) 789-3463 ext. 808
(715) 732-0923
 
mvieth@allwest.net
 
Areas of Interest:I am completing my degree in therapeutic recreation this summer. I am interest in any job openings related to experiental education. I have experience working at a camp for individual with disabilities and experience facilitating high and low ropes course elements and initiatives.
Keith Waldman
7 Chardonay Court
Marlton, NJ 08053
856-988-2939
Kperform@aol.com
 
Areas of Interest:Adventure-based counseling with at risk youth; sport psychology & team-building, & corporate staff development. Portable adventure programs.
Date: Tue, 03 Apr 2001
Tony Wall
c/o Wanaka Post Office, Wanaka,New Zealand
428 Lower Queen st,Richmond,
Nelson,New Zealand.,
(025)40 83 66
(03)5446244
metta00@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Hi I'm currently on a Mountain Recreation Leadership course and presently researching Outdoor Adventure based programmes for disadvantaged or youth at risk.I 'd love to hear from anyone with ideas,opinions,experiences, methods,programme structures,reference material,great reading etc,you name it.If you could spend the time it would be greatly appreciated.Also I'm seeking unpaid work experience between mid Dec 2000 and Jan 2001.Thanks alot and enjoy.
Date: Wed, 20 Sep 2000
Jenny Wang
4519 Genessee
Kansas City, MO 64111
816.561.0890
816.783.1635
jenwang88@yahoo.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a female professional and am looking for a program/trip that incorporate wilderness/outdoor adventures with healing/spiritual this summer within the country. Any suggestions or contacts or resources will be very helpful. Thanks and God blesses.
Date: Wed, 23 May 2001
Mandy Way
Farnham, UK
01252 712720
mway14@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in working in the field of adventure therapy in New Zealand - can anyone give me any information or contacts? I have worked as an outdoor instructor in various countries but would like to work more with youth at risk.
Date: Mon, 05 Nov 2001
Peter Weinberg
42 Chruch Street #4
Noank, CT 06340
860.536.5041
pjweinberg@juno.com
 
Areas of Interest:My areas of interest lie in challenge(ropes)course therapy with "at risk" adolescents. I will complete my Master Degree in Clinical Transpersonal Psychology in December 2000. I have experience in therapeutic ropes course facilitation, program planning and program development. I am always interested in networking and sharing research material and ideas with professionals in the field.
Date: Sun, 17 Sep 2000
Martyn Whittingham
Bloomington, IN
mwhittin@indiana.edu
 
Areas of Interest:Youth at-risk - Particularly juvenile offenders Juvenile Gang members Group psychotherapy and its interface with adventure therapy methodology Moral-cognitive behavioral approaches Integrative approaches to therapy with an emphasis in Rogerian, Gestalt, Existential and Interpersonal approaches Combining Counseling Psychology and related fields with Adventure Therapy - Creating a stronger alliance.
Date: Mon, 15 May 2000
Ben Williams
16 Gleeson Place
Kambah ACT 2902 Australia
 
mavdominates@yahoo.com.au
 
Areas of Interest:I am in my first year of teaching and teach Physical Eduaction and Health, and Outdoor Education. My Degree did not help me in teaching Outdoor Education. I have learnt a great deal on the job, but am always in need of extra help with techniques and instructional 'stuff' so as to give my students the best possible experience of the outdoors. So far I have done units with them on Oceansports, Bushwalking, Snowsports and HIgh Ropes. I am keen to extend the amount that I can offer them including canoeing, sailing, more rope stuff, abseiling etc. If you have any info that could help, please email it to me or simply direct me to good websites that I can obtain info for free. Thanks, Ben.
Date: Thu, 23 Nov 2000
Sam Williams
21 Waddington court,cottingham Road,
28Waddington Court ,Hull Uk
Hull, UK HU5 2DA
0044 1 482346803
0044 1 482 346803
zip207@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Psychology & counselling & Law
Date: Wed, 03 May 2000
Rachel Winslow
3072 Clear Creek Rd.
IWU / 1552 Student Center / Marion, IN 46953
Nicholasville, KY 40356
765-677-4937
859-885-6655
Rwinslow_unc1@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:Seeking SUMMER INTERNSHIP!! I have a passion to help people find joy in living. I thoroughly enjoy working with youth and children. I'm very interested in adventure based learning and all that it has to offer. I'm currently completing course requirements for Recreation Management and Therapeutic Recreation at Indiana Wesleyan University. I'm seeking an internship under a CTRS--and all location possibilities national or international are welcomed. Please contact me with any information. Thank You!
Date: Fri, 09 Mar 2001
Kerri Wolfson
565 Hopmeadow Street
Simsbury, CT 06070
 
860 - 408 - 1587
 
K_Wolfson@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am interested in training programs to lead adventure based groups and ropes courses. I have worked primarily with emotionally and behaviorally troubled adolescents, but am open to working with a varitey of populations.
Greta Ziegler
8556 Devonshire heights Rd
hummelstown, pa 17036
 
717-533-8886
 
kody76@hotmail.com
 
Areas of Interest:I am a Recreational Therapist currently working in the mental health field . My interest is in adventure based programing. I rockclimb, mountain bike, go backpacking and, hiking I am also a fisherwomen and canoe and enjoy white water rafting. I am certified in Ropes course programs. My main interest is in building up the lives of young female adolescents.
Auke Zwaaikom
groningerstraat 84/86
tarwehullen 31
Assen (Netherlands), DR. 9401 BN assen
 
0031 592 300866
0031 6 51567903
 
zwaaikom@freemail.nl
 
Areas of Interest:Hi, I'm working for a organisation named B.J. Drenthe. I'ts a organisation for youth care. Since 1989 we work with adventure therapy In juli 1997 we wend to the first international adventure therapy confrence in Perth (Australia) i loooking for information about the second international adventure therapy confrence in March 2000 in Germany. If someone has any info about this please send this to me. zwaaikom@freemail.nl thanks Auke.

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