Jamie Kaczmarek has been instrumental in the development of Aspiro’s Vantage Point program and has been working in the wilderness therapy profession for the past 14 years. She specializes in working with adolescent males and females ages 13-17 years old. According to Jamie, establishing and maintaining meaningful relationships is the foundation of the Vantage Point program.
Aspiro Adventure Therapy Program
The 3 Key Considerations for Treatment Programs
With your child as one of the most important people in your life, selecting the best treatment program when they are struggling becomes a vital decision. As you consider the many options of programs three key considerations will help you identify the best fit for your child and family:
1. Programs and services offered
2. Immediate outcomes for your child
3. Lasting results
Treatment Programs and Services
Many programs offer a “one size fits all” approach; however, your child is an individual with unique needs. After identifying your child’s struggles, ask the programs how they will help your son or daughter with his or her specific need. At Aspiro, for example, we offer:
North Carolina Professional Initiative!
The storm clouds were looming above us, rain pummeling our tents, and wind tearing at our clothes and flesh in cyclones of fury…then as a ray of hope, the sun rose basking the day of glory in the sweet nectar of dawn. We were so blessed the weather broke at daybreak. Though the wind was … Read more
North Carolina Initiative!
What a trip so far! The food, forests, and fall colors have all been spectacular! Best of all, Southern hospitality has been evidenced in its finest. Sharon Clegg, our director of risk management, and myself, field operations manager, had the pleasure of meeting with SUWS of the Carolinas on Monday morning and Four Circles Recovery … Read more
Arizona Initiative!
The second stop on our tour landed us in the breath taking Queen Creek Canyon; just outside of the sleepy little town of Superior, Arizona. This area is rich in mining history; the volcanic landscape is dotted with the remnants cast off from the copper boom which at one time brought prosperity to this region. … Read more
Aspiro and Outback Partner Under New CEO
It is with great excitement that the Aspiro Group and Outback Therapeutic Expeditions announce a joint partnership that will provide more comprehensive treatment solutions in the Outdoor Behavioral Healthcare community! For over eight years The Aspiro Group and Outback have shared a similar commitment to clinical excellence that promotes a strengths-oriented and relationship-based model of … Read more
Teen Intervention: Five Warning Signs Your Teen Needs Help
Parents often reassure themselves that their pre-adolescent or adolescent is doing fine as long as the child is not involved in dangerous behavior (alcohol use, drug use, sexual acting out) and is making good grades. In fact, the warning signs of impending trouble are actually closer to home than the more extreme behaviors just mentioned. … Read more