What are the credentials and training of the staff and therapists working in the field with my child?
In having the most comprehensive and holistic treatment team available in wilderness therapy, the training and credentials of the Open Sky team are impressive. All of our therapists have at least a master’s degree in social work, counseling psychology or marriage & family therapy and the majority of our clinical team is also licensed. With Open Sky’s commitment to the total well being of the student, we employ two full-time, licensed naturopathic doctors. Our field guides have a vast and varied resume. Averaging about 30 years of age, 80% have college degrees, and several have master’s degrees. More than 50% of the field guides have previous experience in wilderness programming prior to joining Open Sky. Each team of students is lead by a Wilderness First Responder or EMT-trained field guide. Each and every field guide and logistics support staff are at the very least certified in first aid and CPR. The average senior guide at Open Sky has accrued about 200 field days in professional w
