Alumni Reviews

What our Parents are saying...

Caroline

Group 9 Parent

August 2022

“We had major reservations about wilderness when our son first arrived, but quickly we realized what an amazing program he was joining. Steve was the perfect therapist for our son and helped him (and us) understand himself in a way that opened doors for healing and coping. The program is organized, thoughtful, and well run, and we always felt that our son was safe and genuinely cared for. I will always recommend Wilderness and specifically 2N to anyone whose child is struggling and considering it. Thank you for changing the trajectory of our sons, and his families, life!"

Jeff 

Group 2 Parent

December 2021

“ Our experience was 100% positive. The program provided significant value to our daughter as well as to us, her parents. We feel like we are all on the road to a better relationship and the parent workshops/ suggested reading was very helpful. At no time did we feel out of the loop and 2nd Nature communication was amazing. Krista did a great job keeping us informed on our daughter's progress. She had a great handle on how to get our daughter and us to communicate. Thanks for the help!”

Ann A.

Group 7 Parent

December 2021

“ Our child bonded with Fred, the first therapist she has totally trusted. Fred showed extreme understanding and patience with our child. He also explained to us very clearly and thoroughly his experiences with her. Fred’s kindness and caring were always apparent!”

“We have never regretted our choice of Second Nature. We knew our child was always safe. The entire staff was super patient with her, even as it took six weeks for her to show consistent improvement. Our daughter has shown tremendous growth in her time at Second Nature.”

“I appreciated the weekly letters we were able to easily access as well as photos from the field.”

Katherine

Group 8 Parent

January 2022

“ David Pagels was the perfect therapist for our child. Couldn't be more pleased. Second Nature was exceptional. Caring, professional, super-appropriate therapy for our son. Staff are top notch.”

Stephanie 

Group 9 Parent

January 2022

“ Second Nature was transformative for our son. He discovered how to talk about his feelings, be vulnerable and address his paralyzing anxiety. It was really hard work but the staff, therapists, and the program overall were amazing for him.”

Dena 

Group 5 Parent

January 2022

“ We had an overall amazing experience. It was an opportunity for our son to grow and find himself. We are grateful to the entire staff for all you guys do.”

What our Students are saying...

Will

January 2022

“I loved meeting all the staff and students. I found many friends that will last a lifetime.”

J

August 2022

“The most important part of my intake was having that sense of welcome-ness and belonging when I first got to the field”

L

May 2022

“Some highlights were spending time and living with my group and also the scenery. The biggest one was my therapist Coady; she helped me in so many ways!!”

A

December 2021

“Some highlights were all the fun times I had with my peers and the staff. We had fun times playing and hiking and having deep conversations.”

N

July 2022

Some highlights were “The constant support, care and love I felt from all the staff and peers throughout my stay- It felt like a family atmosphere.”

A

June 2022

Some highlights were “ Being in a group of people I enjoy, having amazing staff, and being able to exercise and see incredible views.”

L

July 2022

“I love Fred!! I really respect him as a therapist and hope to stay in contact with him. The staff was great. I will miss them!”