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At Backcountry Wellness, we offer a seasonal approach to outdoor therapy. Each program includes an introductory meet-and-greet with both the teen and their family, an outdoor adventure with nutritious meals provided, and focused one-on-one counselling sessions. Choose a season that best fits your schedule and interests!
Please note that transportation to and from outdoor activities is not provided.
Summer Adventure Program
Meet & Greet:
Introductions, setting goals, and addressing initial concerns.
Outdoor Activity:
Season-based outdoor excersion with nutritious meals provided.
One-on-One Counseling:
Private, individual counseling sessions.
Example Summer Outdoor Activity
After gathering at a beach or dock on Okanagan Lake, the group will embark on a sunset fishing adventure, taking in the beautiful view. After the adventure, everyone will come together to prepare a wholesome meal and refreshing drinks. To wrap up the experience, Geoff will lead an engaging life coaching session, followed by a group reflection before packing up.
Fall Adventure Program
Meet & Greet:
Introductions, setting goals, and addressing initial concerns.
Outdoor Activity:
Season-based outdoor excersion with nutritious meals provided.
One-on-One Counseling:
Private, individual counseling sessions.
Example Fall Outdoor Activity
After a group briefing at the trailhead, participants will set out on a walk along a trail to a stunning scenic spot. Once there, everyone will come together to prepare a nourishing meal and refreshing drinks. Geoff will then lead a thoughtful group reflection on the perceived benefits of spending the day actively immersed in nature. Afterward, the group will wrap up and make their way back to the trailhead.
Winter Adventure Program
Meet & Greet:
Introductions, setting goals, and addressing initial concerns.
Outdoor Activity:
Season-based outdoor excersion with nutritious meals provided.
One-on-One Counseling:
Private, individual counseling sessions.
Example Winter Outdoor Activity
After a brief overview of the day's activities, the group will embark on a snowshoe journey through the winter landscape, leading to a cozy cabin where they'll gather around a campfire they built. After the adventure, everyone will work together to prepare a hearty meal and warm drinks. To conclude the experience, Geoff will lead an insightful life coaching session before packing up and heading back.
Spring Adventure Program
Meet & Greet:
Introductions, setting goals, and addressing initial concerns.
Outdoor Activity:
Season-based outdoor excersion with nutritious meals provided.
One-on-One Counseling:
Private, individual counseling sessions.
Example Spring Outdoor Activity
After a group briefing at the trailhead, participants will embark on a guided hike to a breathtaking scenic spot in the Okanagan wilderness. Once there, everyone will come together to prepare a nourishing meal and warm, revitalizing drinks. To conclude the experience, Geoff will lead an insightful life coaching session followed by a meaningful group discussion before packing up and returning to the trailhead.
Testimonial
Quotes from both parents and teens highlighting positive experiences and outcomes
Geoff made me feel truly heard and supported, always respecting my privacy and creating a safe space where I could be myself. I always knew I could trust him to listen without judgment and to help me in a way that was ethical, caring, and professional.
Geoff connected with our teen in a way that felt both natural and meaningful, whether they were talking in the office or out in nature, his approach was always respectful and relevant to our family’s needs, and it was clear he truly understands the challenges parents and teens face.
Geoff made it easy to open up because I always knew what I said stayed confidential. I could trust him to really listen and help without judging, which made a huge difference for me.
Includes initial meet and greet with both the teen and parents to set goals and expectations
Nature-based seasonal activities like hiking, paddleboarding, snowshoeing
Small group outings that foster friendships and social skills
Nutritious meals provided during outdoor activities
Engaging activities for teens and designed to make therapy enjoyable or relatable
Traditional Counselling
Initial meet and greet with both the teen and parents is often absent or limited
Therapy sessions held indoors only; nature-based activities not included
Usually individual therapy sessions with no group setting
Nutritious meals not typically included
Therapy sessions can feel restrictive or "clinical"