Adventure Therapy Collective Podcast

Daniel L Cavanaugh & Will Dobud
  • 5.0 (5)
  • MENTAL HEALTH
Adventure Therapy Collective Podcast

This is a podcast to discuss all things related to adventure therapy. From research to interventions to education to jobs, if it is about adventure therapy, you will hear about it on here! This podcast will focus on a different topic in adventure therapy each week that could include: education, research, supervision, ethics, and more. Also, sometimes we will interview field gurus and experts to learn from their wisdom and knowledge. This podcast is hosted by adventure therapy practitioners and scholars, Dr. Will Dobud, and Dr. Daniel Cavanaugh.

  1. JUN 18

    Episode 28 - Adventures in Community-Based Social Work Practice with Dr. Esther Ayers

    Dr. Esther Ayers, obtained a PhD in Chicano/Latino Studies at Michigan State University, is a dedicated researcher and advocate for mental health in Latinx communities. With a Master's degree in Interpersonal Practice from the University of Michigan School of Social Work. Her qualitative research focuses on Latinx experiences, Adventure Therapy, and Community Mental Health that infuses methods and theories that are culturally congruent. Esther has presented her research at  the Association of Experiential Education Symposium. Driven by a commitment to service, Esther engages in various forms of community outreach combined with being a member with Association of Experiential Education and National Association of Social Work. Esther Ayers is an influential scholar, researcher, and therapist dedicated to enhancing the well-being of Latinx communities through her interdisciplinary work. On Esther's spare time she enjoys spending time with family/friends in the outdoors, listening to music and dancing.  Useful Links Esther's MSU Spotlight Esther's Website Esther's CV Therapy for Latinx Profile

    40 min

  2. MAR 9

    Episode 27 - Hanging with Dr. Cian Brown

    In his free time, Dr. Cian Brown enjoys mountain biking, rock climbing and bouldering, despite not being a huge fan of heights. In this episode, we talk about specific activities in adventure therapy, Cian's passion for getting outside with students, and nerd out on a little research. Lots of letters follow Dr. Brown's name! He is a licensed counselor, Certified Clinical Adventure Therapist (CCAT), and Board Certified in Neurofeedback, Fellow (BCN-Fellow) with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education & Supervision from the University of Arkansas specializing in Adventure Therapy. Cian is also the co-founder of the Center for Outdoor Therapy and Education at the University of Oklahoma. Relevant Links Center for Outdoor Therapy and Education Cian's Website Cian's Google Scholar Site

    57 min

  3. 11/08/2023

    Episode 26 - Social Work Outside with Zoe Jack

    Zoe Jack, LCSW-C is the Director of the Center for Nature Informed Therapy in Baltimore, Maryland. She is the author of the new book Social Work Outside: Evidence Based, Micro and Macro Perspectives. This year, Zoe has been on a "tour" travelling to social work conferences advocating for bringing nature into social work practice. We hope you enjoy the fun episode! For those interested in painting there office like Zoe's, here you go: Laurel Tree Behr Paint Useful Links Social Work Outside Zoe's New Book Center for Nature Informed Therapy Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan Zoe's Instagram Center for Nature Informed Therapy Instagram

    43 min

  4. 10/24/2023

    Episode 25 - Musing on Adventure Therapy with Gary Stauffer

    Gary describes himself as "happily retired," so we knew it was time to rope him in for a fun discussion about his productive and meaningful career as both a social worker and leading contributor to adventure therapy knowledge. Gary is the co-author of many impactful adventure therapy articles and numerous books, including the recent Adventure Group Psychotherapy. In this episode, the team discuss Gary's backyard conversations with Tony Alvarez, his writing, prevention, the experiential wave model, and his mindset: It never rains on adventure. We hope you enjoy! Welcome to Season 2! Useful Links ⁠Adventure Group Psychotherapy⁠ ⁠Power of One: Using Adventure and Experiential Activities within One on One Counseling Sessions⁠ ⁠Power of Family⁠ ⁠Musings on Adventure Therapy⁠ ⁠Gary's AEE Member Spotlight⁠

    56 min

  5. 04/13/2023

    Episode 24 - Linking Up & Linking In with Maximiliano Prieto Monson

    Before we begin, everyone should head to this link and get professionally connected with Max! Max joins the podcast to share how his international experience in the United States, Scotland, and Spain - as well as many other adventures - informs his work with adolescents in the outdoors. The group talks about field siestas, Camino de Santiago routes, and running individualized expeditions. Max is a representative for Adventure Therapy Europe and brings experience from outdoor education, wilderness therapy in the United States, and residential care to his current practice. Together with Daniel and Will, Max discusses how every day with clients is an adventure. Useful Links Adventure Therapy Europe Roundtable Representatives Madrid Outdoor Education Here is Max's LinkedIn Account...Again

    54 min

  6. 01/10/2023

    Episode 23 - Scott Miller is an Adventure Therapist?

    Today we talk with Dr Scott D Miller, the co-founder of the International Center for Clinical Excellence and a leading voice in understanding what works in therapy and how practitioners can get better at doing it. As a practicing psychologist, Scott often provides pro bono services to the financially underprivileged. In this podcast, we discuss Will's average outcomes, how psychotherapy lost its magic, and the role of deliberate practice in highly effective practitioners. Scott provides his views on psychotherapy evidence and why practice-based evidence will always trump evidence-based practice. We will provide links and announcements shortly for the free training in March with Scott Miller (and Will and Dan just kind of hanging out in the background).  Contact Us to Join the ATOM  Complete the Adventure Therapy Education Survey Useful Links Scott's Website Scott's Amazon Books Page How Psychotherapy Lost Its Magick International Center for Clinical Excellence Scott's Keynote at the Evolution of Psychotherapy Conference Saving Psychotherapy by Ben Caldwell Daryl Chow's Doctoral Research Information on the Gloria Films K Anders Ericsson Wikpedia Page

    55 min
  7. Episode 22 - Chicago Voyagers with Bernie Rupe

    12/15/2022

    Episode 22 - Chicago Voyagers with Bernie Rupe

    As you listen, we'd love you to complete this survey!  Welcome Bernie Rupe from Chicago Voyagers to the podcast. This is such a unique program working with youth in the greater Chicago Area. With over 25 years of experience working with at-risk teens, Bernie remains the guiding star of Chicago Voyagers and he joins Daniel and Will to discuss how Bernie has used research to seek funding and grow and evolve this innovative program.  Thanks for a great year everyone. We hope you have a happy and healthy new year. Marmot's PR team: Please email info@willdobud.com for incredible opportunity. Will is a Medium and Daniel Xtra Xtra Medium.   Useful Links Chicago Voyagers Therapeutic Adventure Professionals Group Marmot

    1h 1m
  8. Episode 21 - Deconstructing Adventure Therapy with Tanya Ginwala

    10/05/2022

    Episode 21 - Deconstructing Adventure Therapy with Tanya Ginwala

    We have started a GoFundMe so you can all chip in and send us to the Himalayas where we can hang out and learn from Tanya. You'll understand why we must go watch Tanya in action after listening to this episode. Tanya Ginwala is a clinical psychologist and experiential educator from India, and the country's representative on the Adventure Therapy International Committee (ATIC). Tanya has trained in narrative therapy, somatic therapies, and buddhist psychology. Before starting her own practice, Qualia Mental Health, Tanya worked for the Adventures Beyond Barriers Foundation, an Indian non-profit that aims to use adventure sports to promote social inclusion for people with and without disabilities. There she managed daily operations of an organization with a footprint of over 5,000 individuals with and without disabilities during its founding years, from 2016-2019.  Tanya is a trailblazer for adventure therapy in India. She established an Adventure and Nature Based Therapy - India Study Group which has grown over the years and has included international presentations, workshops, and training opportunities. In her free time, Tanya enjoys spending time in the pine forests by her home in Dharamshala with her wonderful dog Ziggy, reading, napping in the sun and discovering new music. Useful Links Tanya's Website Adventures Beyond Barriers LinkedIn Page India's International Adventure Therapy Representative Tanya's Psychology India Page

    59 min
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This is a podcast to discuss all things related to adventure therapy. From research to interventions to education to jobs, if it is about adventure therapy, you will hear about it on here! This podcast will focus on a different topic in adventure therapy each week that could include: education, research, supervision, ethics, and more. Also, sometimes we will interview field gurus and experts to learn from their wisdom and knowledge. This podcast is hosted by adventure therapy practitioners and scholars, Dr. Will Dobud, and Dr. Daniel Cavanaugh.

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