Stories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors
Health & Fitness:Mental Health
In this episode Will sits down with Roy DuPrez, CEO and Founder of Back2Basics, an outdoor-based recovery program in Arizona. Roy shares his personal journey of recovery, beginning with his early struggles with alcohol and substance abuse in Venice Beach, California. He describes the allure of alcohol in his youth, influenced by his social environment and the perception of success and attractiveness associated with drinking. Roy's journey through addiction led to various consequences, including legal troubles and professional setbacks.
Moving to Flagstaff, Arizona, for a fresh start, Roy found a shift in his life. Despite continuing his drinking habits initially, he eventually reached a turning point in 2001, leading him to embrace recovery and sobriety. This transformation was bolstered by outdoor experiences, such as visiting the Grand Canyon, which provided a profound sense of perspective and renewal.
Roy shares the story of starting Back2Basics in 2010, combining his experiences with a unique recovery model that integrates outdoor expeditions with clinical therapy. The program, initially private pay but later accepting insurance, targets young men aged 18 to 35, offering a 90-day minimum stay with most staying longer. This approach allows for the planting of seeds of recovery, personal growth, and the development of life skills in a supportive environment.
We want to thank Adventure Recovery for underwriting Season 18 which focuses on addiction and recovery.
Listeners are invited to explore the rich archives of over 200 episodes of this podcast on Stories from the Field.com.
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Episode 54: Meaghan Farrell, Field Guide at Elements Traverse
Episode 53: Phil Bryan, Clinical Assistant at Evoke Entrada
Episode 52: Jory Hanselman, Director of BaMidbar Wilderness Therapy
Episode 51: Chris Luchesi, Field Guide at Legacy Outdoor Adventures
Episode 50: Guy Dumas, Founder of Guy Dumas Coaching
Episode 49: Dr. Christine Norton, Associate Professor of Social Work at Texas State University
Episode 48: Shannon Palentchar, Director of Admissions at Summit Achievement
Episode 47: Emily Fernandes, Co-founder and Executive Director at Open Sky Wilderness
Episode 46: Hilary Moses, Co-owner of Solutions Parenting Support
Episode 45: Joanna Lilley, Founder of Lilley Consulting
Episode 44: Karen Scrafford, Co-founder of Elements Wilderness Therapy
Episode 43: Dr. Justine O'Donnell, O'Donnell Psychological Testing
Episode 42: Anngela Wells Starnes, Director of Admissions for Q and A Associates
Episode 41: Tracey Bachrach, Director of Business Development at Point School Puerto Rico
Episode 40: Margie Lannon, Co-founder of Onward Transitions
Episode 39: Lily Wilkinson, Outreach Director at Aim House
Episode 38: Audrey Peavey, Outreach Director at Potomac Pathways.
Episode 37: Angie Shockley, Founder Q & A Associates
Episode 36: Mary Hickey, Parent Coach at Parent Coaching Professionals
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