Endurance exercise allows individuals to challenge themselves, embrace new experiences, and connect with others. In this presentation, discover the power of endurance, adventure, and community-based fitness in addiction recovery as well as how movement, exercise, and athleticism can foster healing and overall well-being. Featured Panelists: Executive Director of Wasatch Crest Rich McDonald CMHC Co-Founders of …
You may not think of yourself as an “outdoorsy” person, but you don’t have to be to appreciate some time spent outdoors. The odds are pretty good that you aren’t too far away from a place where you can get away from it all and enjoy all that nature has to offer, so why not make …
It is easy to say that giving back is important, and it is easy to say people should go volunteer their time. But what if you are an introvert? Maybe you want to give back to your community, but the idea of being out in a group setting squashes the idea of volunteering almost as …
A Clinical Conversation on Equine Therapy Wasatch Crest partners with an Eagala certified equine therapy specialist to offer equine therapy sessions to our clients. Highly intuitive animals, horses can connect with humans on a unique level and provide therapeutic takeaways for clients. You can learn more about the benefits of incorporating equine therapy into addiction …
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In the following presentation, Wasatch Crest’s Clinical Director Rich McDonald, CMHC, and Director of Recreational Therapy Adelinn Cook, TRS, CTRS, discuss how hobbies can help pave the way for a life of passion and purpose in addiction recovery. About the Author Adelinn Cook, BS, TRS, CTRS is Wasatch Crest’s Director of Recreational Therapy. She is …
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Wasatch Crest’s Director of Recreational Therapy Adelinn Cook, BS, TRS, CTRS, discusses the importance of making time for adventure, leisure, and self-care during recovery. She provides expert tips on how to stay active and inspired in your new life of freedom. You can watch her discussion below. What is leisure? Leisure is freedom from the …
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What is experiential therapy? Experiential therapy uses art, music, sports, games, and relaxation to assist clients in the improvement of their mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. Therapists work to decrease and eliminate barriers to participation in leisure and recreation activities. They also help clients reintegrate into a vibrant, active community. Experiential therapy enhances people’s independence …
For anyone familiar with our rehab services, you know we’re big on recreational therapy to treat addiction. If you or a loved one are considering addiction treatment, or would like to incorporate more outdoor activities into your recovery, this post is for you. Blogs are a great way to learn about a trail or destination …
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Recreational therapy is a holistic approach to recovery for the mind, body, and soul. And winter in Utah brings an abundance of opportunities for outdoor recreation, and indoor for those that ant to escape the cold. Recreation is a part of what makes our approach to recovery unique. We know it’s in our patients’ core …
The practice of calming your body and mind through breath and relaxing postures creates an experience of peace and comfort. This is the same psychological state addicts are often searching for with substance use, which makes yoga a key element of mindfulness therapy in a recovery program. It also teaches people how to live with …
