Nature-Based Therapeutic Treatment.
Family-Focused Healing.

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EMBRACE CHANGE

1:3

Staff to Student Ratio

24/7

Medical Support Available

27+

Years of Clinical Excellence

10,000+

Families Served

For more than 27 years, Second Nature has been a trusted leader in nature-based therapy—known for clinical excellence, heartfelt care, and a deep belief in the power of the outdoors to heal and transform. Second Nature was founded on the belief that struggling teens and their families deserve personalized, relationship-focused therapy—delivered with compassion, professionalism, and respect. Our approach blends proven clinical practices with the healing rhythm of nature.

Oftentimes, students arrive resistant to therapy—angry at their parents, and sometimes, it seems, at the world itself. Yet within the structure, consistency, and therapeutic support of our program, they begin to open up—drawn in by trust-building, in-the-moment guidance, and authentic connections. As they gain insight, learn accountability, and develop healthier coping strategies, they start to reconnect with their families, repair trust, and build stronger, more supportive relationships. Together, we help create the foundation for lasting change and a healthier future for the entire family.

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Hear From Families Who've Walked This Path

"Second Nature was such an incredibly positive and transformative experience for our son and family. You all do absolutely amazing work! Dr. Steve DeBois was amazing. So professional, best therapist we have ever worked with. His assignments were so poignant every week. A great experience for the whole family."

—Janet, Alumni Parent

"I wept as I recognized the girl that seemed to have been so lost, for so long. The staff at Second Nature, as cliche as it sounds, were like angels on Earth. It was so obvious how deeply they cared for and knew our daughter in such a short time. It was the first time in years that I remember being able to exhale and hand off a burden that crushed us for too long."

—Parent of Alum, April 2024

"I am so grateful that my son had the opportunity to be part of this program. I truly think it saved his life. I found it very helpful for me too and the support I received along with the educational webinars and materials has been a huge help for me and our family."

—Peggy, Parent of Alum

"In the wilderness our son started to gain confidence in areas that he had previously struggled with and he began to understand how his actions affected his family. He became more centered and he adopted 'balance' as his mantra."

—Parent of Alum

"Second Nature was an invaluable experience for Jennifer. She learned to diffuse her anger, understand who she really is and make better decisions in her life. We are indeed grateful to our wonderful therapist and to all of the staff at Second Nature. Thank you."

—Tom, Parent of Alum

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Clinically developed for teens, ages 13-17, Second Nature offers a time-tested, immersive experience that combines time in nature—away from constant digital stimulation and external pressure— creating a space for real reflection and insight to emerge. The rhythm of daily life—learning to work with others, take care of themselves, understanding the challenges holding them back and navigate natural challenges—builds emotional resilience and self-awareness in an organic way.

Throughout the immersive therapeutic experience, students are supported by skilled therapists and field staff as they begin to recognize emotions, shift patterns, and explore new, healthier ways of relating.