We are delighted to invite you to join True North Evolution for an in-person presentation series on serving marginalized populations in the LGBTQ+ community. The series will showcase two different presentations and will span locations in Vermont and New Hampshire. This is a sponsored educational event by the National Association of Therapeutic Schools and Programs (NATSAP), who will award two free CEUs to … [Read more...]
It Takes a Village: Breaking from the Academic Norm
Engaging in a wilderness or residential therapy placement is a big commitment for families, especially since it usually entails withdrawing from school, and letting go of expectations one may hold surrounding traditional academics. As a society, we are accustomed to a developmental trajectory that emphasizes academic success as the central point of focus, with emotional and social development lurking in the … [Read more...]
Academic Success: Take Learning Outside
Parents worry about their child or young adult falling behind academically or missing school when considering a 10-12 week wilderness therapy experience. Flooded with doubt and guilt, and heavily influenced by pressures to focus on grades and credits, it is difficult to objectively weigh the pros and cons of withdrawing from school, and choosing wilderness therapy. This decision has been even more complicated during … [Read more...]
