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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154: Trauma and Wilderness Therapy
153: The Legacy of Adam Tsapis
152: Dr. Madolyn Liebing, Clinical Director of Legacy Outdoor Adventures and Juniper Recovery Center for Women
151: Dawn McCord, author of "Chasing Carson: A Family's Journey through Adolescence, Addiction and Recovery"
150: How is the Wilderness Therapy Field Changing?
149: Tami Ann, author of "A Wilderness Journey: The Story of a Teen’s Road to Healing"
148: After Wilderness Therapy
147: Learning differences and Wilderness Therapy
146: Margo Kelly, Course Leader/Therapist at True North
145: Jamila Minnifield: Primary Therapist at First Light Wilderness Therapy
144: How to get Insurance Reimbursement for Wilderness Therapy
143: Financial Help for Wilderness Therapy Treatment, Part 2
142: Financial Help for Wilderness Therapy Treatment, Part 1
141: Philip Stallard, Founder of New Wave Wild Project in Ireland
140: Harpa Erlendsdottir: Manager of the Icelandic Adventure Therapy Association.
139: Andy Hardie: Clinical Manager at Venture Trust in the United Kingdom
138: Cindy Ross, author of "Walking Toward Peace-Veterans Healing on America's Trails"
137: Jorge Venceslau, Co-founder of Age of Discoveries in Portugal.
136: Dr. Virginie Gargano, Founder of Dehors and Professor of Social Work
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