Fireside Group Series
Next up: Saturday March 22
Ages 14-17
Connection to Self Connection to Other Connection to Nature
At Heartwood Expeditions we focus on cultivating a positive peer culture via fun outdoor activities. It is our belief that individual growth occurs in relation to others, and the best way to build meaningful relationships is through fun experiences in nature. Unlike other adventure and wilderness therapy programs, Heartwood offers ongoing opportunities for participants living in Eastern and Western Massachusetts to develop lasting relationships with peers and mentors in their local communities. All group facilitators are licensed clinicians with ample experience working with teens and playing in the outdoors.
Location & Itinerary
Our four part fireside group series will take place at Heartwood headquarters in Goshen, MA. At 1,200 feet elevation in the foothills of the Berkshire mountains, Heartwood is home to ample nature and wildlife. Groups will consist of nature-based and experiential activities, with the objective to build relationships and have fun. Dinner around the campfire is always included. Our next upcoming group will take place Saturday March 22 from 4:00pm-7:00pm.
Trip Leaders
Heartwood differs from similar outdoor programs in the training and experience of its team leaders. Unlike most young adult adventure and wilderness therapy programs, our events are always co-facilitated by two licensed clinicians. Collectively Heartwood team members have backgrounds in child and family therapy, education, mentoring, and various forms of coaching. Mat and Phoebe will be hosting the fireside group series.
Mathew Apeseche, LICSW
Phoebe Woerner, LICSW
Registration & cost
The cost for this session is $125, with sliding scale scholarship opportunities available. We hope to provide access to our programming to all interested participants regardless of a family's ability to pay. If you are interested in applying for a full or partial scholarship, or have any questions about the program, please submit your inquiries through the "Contact Us" button at the very bottom of this page.