Anasazi Foundation: Transforming Lives through Wilderness Experiences
At the AnasaziFoundation, it is believed that immersing youth in the beauty and challenges of the great outdoors can serve as a profound catalyst for personal growth and transformation. Their pioneering behavioral health programs utilize the power of nature to encourage selfdiscovery, resilience, and positive life changes.
About Anasazi Foundation: Pioneering Behavioral Health Programs
1 Evidence-Based Approach
The programs are grounded in research and proven best practices in wilderness therapy and outdoor-based behavioral health interventions.
2 Individualized Care
Each participant's journey is customized to meet their unique needs, challenges, and goals, ensuring maximum impact and lasting change.
3 Experienced Guides
The team of skilled and compassionate guides provides unwavering support, mentorship, and expertise throughout the program.
Youth Wilderness Programs: Fostering Personal Growth
Cultivating SelfAwareness
The programs empower participants to explore their inner selves, recognize their strengths, and gain a deeper understanding of their values and aspirations.
Building Resilience
By facing the challenges of the wilderness, participants learn to overcome obstacles, adapt to changing circumstances, and build grit and determination.
Fostering Relationships
Through shared experiences and teamwork, participants develop effective communication skills, build trust, and form meaningful connections with their peers.
Immersive Outdoor Experiences: Connecting with Nature
1 Wilderness Expeditions
Participants embark on challenging treks through remote, untamed landscapes, where they develop essential outdoor skills and gain a deep appreciation for the natural world.
2 Nature-Based Reflection
Periods of solitude and contemplation in the wilderness offer participants the opportunity to gain clarity, process their experiences, and connect with their inner selves.
3 Sustainable Living
Participants learn to live in harmony with the environment by practicing lowimpact camping, following Leave No Trace principles, and fostering environmental stewardship.
Individualized Approach: Tailored to Each Participant
Comprehensive Assessment
The team conducts a thorough evaluation to understand each participant's unique needs, strengths, and goals, ensuring a personalized program.
Collaborative Treatment
Participants work closely with guides and clinicians to co-create their individual treatment plans and track their progress.
Continuous Support
The holistic approach extends beyond the wilderness program, offering ongoing support and resources for participants and their families.
Wilderness Therapy: Proven Outcomes for Mental Health
Enhanced Mental Health
The programs have shown significant improvements in participants' mental well-being, including a reduction in symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Personal Growth
Participants gain increased self-awareness, resilience, and self-efficacy, empowering them to make positive life changes.
Strengthened Relationships
The family-focused approach helps participants and their loved ones rebuild trust, improve communication, and strengthen their relationships.
Support and Guidance: Empowering Families
Family Involvement
Families are actively engaged throughout the program, participating in therapy sessions, wilderness experiences, and aftercare planning.
Comprehensive Education
The program provides families with the knowledge and resources they need to support their loved ones' journey and sustain positive change.
Ongoing Aftercare
The aftercare programs ensure a smooth transition back home and continued support for participants and their families.
