Naropa University

Program Information

Degree Offered

MA Transpersonal Counseling Psychology: Wilderness Therapy

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Wilderness therapy refers to a broad field of psychology that utilizes nature as a context for therapeutic intervention. The Wilderness Therapy concentration gives students theoretical and practical experience in the fields of adventure therapy, ecopsychology and ecotherapy, ecology, outdoor skills, and group dynamics and leadership. It also provides extensive training in wilderness skills during eight weeks of expeditions. The expeditions make up most of the second year of the program and
involve mountains, rock climbing, ropes and initiatives, canyons, rivers, horsemanship, horticulture and rites of passage.

Classroom learning is integrated into the expeditions and students are given time during the semester while not on expedition to complete reading and written assignments. Studies include a broad range of topics such as the utilization
of survival skills in a therapeutic context, the application of Gestalt therapy approaches and the use of expressive therapies in the outdoors. The Wilderness Therapy concentration is directed toward careers in clinical settings. For this reason,
a 700-hour supervised internship is a vital part of the program.

Accreditation:

Naropa University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

# of Credits Required:

60

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

810.00 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Other Specialized Institutions

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999