Description:
This workshop is designed for mental health professionals interested in expanding their therapeutic toolkit by incorporating experiential, adventure-based activities into traditional clinical settings with youth and young adults. Participants will explore the historical development of Adventure-Based Counseling (ABC), gain insight into adapting outdoor activities for indoor or clinical environments, and learn how to facilitate these interventions to enhance client engagement and outcomes. Through hands-on demonstrations and case studies, attendees will leave equipped with practical strategies for integrating ABC into their existing practices, fostering resilience, teamwork, and emotional growth in diverse populations.
Learning Objectives:
1. Describe the history of Adventure-Based Counseling (ABC) including 3 key figures and milestones
2. Identify 3 benefits of using adventure-based activities
3. Select from 4 ABC activities to use in a variety of settings and with diverse populations
Presenter:
Chris Covington
LPC-S
Chris Covington is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) with extensive experience in mental health counseling and a passion for integrating experiential and adventure-based activities into traditional therapeutic practices. With a holistic approach to well-being, Chris specializes in Equine Connected Counseling and Adventure Based Counseling, emphasizing active participation in the healing process. As a dedicated mental health professional, Chris focuses on fostering resilience, emotional growth, and positive change in clients through innovative, experiential methods.
