Nevin J. Harper – författare

Drawing on the leading voices of international researchers and practitioners, Outdoor Therapies provides readers with an overview of practices for the helping professions.Sharing outdoor approaches ranging from garden therapy to wilderness therapy and from equine-assisted therapy to surf therapy, Harper and Dobud have drawn common threads from therapeutic practices that integrate connection with nature and experiential activity to redefine the "person-in-environment" approach to human health and well-being. Readers will learn about the benefits and advantages of helping clients get the treatment, service, and care they need outside of conventional, office-based therapies. Providing readers with a range of approaches that can be utilized across a variety of practice settings and populations, this book is essential reading for students, practitioners, theorists, and researchers in counseling, social work, youth work, occupational therapy, and psychology.

Drawing on the leading voices of international researchers and practitioners, Outdoor Therapies provides readers with an overview of practices for the helping professions.Sharing outdoor approaches ranging from garden therapy to wilderness therapy and from equine-assisted therapy to surf therapy, Harper and Dobud have drawn common threads from therapeutic practices that integrate connection with nature and experiential activity to redefine the "person-in-environment" approach to human health and well-being. Readers will learn about the benefits and advantages of helping clients get the treatment, service, and care they need outside of conventional, office-based therapies. Providing readers with a range of approaches that can be utilized across a variety of practice settings and populations, this book is essential reading for students, practitioners, theorists, and researchers in counseling, social work, youth work, occupational therapy, and psychology.

Take advantage of nature’s therapeutic benefits with this guide for counselors, therapists, and educators who work with children, youth, and families. The number of people seeking help for a wide range of mental health concerns is growing at an alarming rate. Unplugging from technology and reconnecting with the web of life is a powerful antidote to the anxiety and stress that tend to exacerbate so many of our mental health struggles.Nature-Based Therapy addresses the underlying disconnection between humans and their ecological home, exploring theories and therapeutic practices designed for children, youth, and families, including:Developing sensory awareness of outer and inner landscapesNavigating risk in playCase examples with a diverse range of settings, intentions, and interventions

Kids These Days is a must-read book and protest against harmful mental health treatments for children and youth. PARIS HILTON, global advocate for institutional reform and founder of 11:11 Media Anxiety, depression, self-harm, and teen suicide are rising sharply youth mental health issues have increased over 60% in the past decade. In Kids These Days, experts Will Dobud, PhD and Nevin Harper, PhD reveal why today's kids are struggling and what adults must do differently. Endorsed by Paris Hilton, Dr. Bruce D. Perry, and Alex Hutchinson, this research-based guide delivers practical strategies for building resilience, connection, and autonomy in the next generation.What You'll Learn Why anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges are symptoms, not root causesHow overprotection, screen time, disconnection, and adult interference affect youth mental healthInsights from 20+ years of clinical experience and adolescent psychology for raising emotionally resilient teensWhy traditional talk therapy, diagnoses, and medication often miss the markHow to build trust, connection, and autonomy with kids even in crisisWhy This Book Stands Out Written by practitioners with decades of experience in outdoor therapy, youth work, and trauma-informed careGrounded in research and filled with expert insights from parenting and psychology professionalsOffers practical strategies parents, educators, and youth mentors can apply immediatelyA refreshing alternative to books that pathologize or try to "e;fix"e; kids Endorsed by Leading Voices "e;This is a crucial read for anyone living or working with children and youth. Highly recommended."e; Dr. Bruce D. Perry, co-author of What Happened to You? "e;A fresh, provocative look at the challenges facing our kids in today's world."e; Alex Hutchinson, New York Times bestselling author of Endure Perfect for readers of The Anxious Generation, Hold On to Your Kids, and Free-Range Kids. Whether you're a parent, teacher, youth worker, or therapist, Kids These Days will change how you see the next generation and your role in helping them thrive.Our kids aren't broken. But the system is. Let's change the story. Buy Kids These Days today your guide to raising strong, connected, and capable young people.

Kids These Days is a must-read book and protest against harmful mental health treatments for children and youth. PARIS HILTON, global advocate for institutional reform and founder of 11:11 Media Anxiety, depression, self-harm, and teen suicide are rising sharply youth mental health issues have increased over 60% in the past decade. In Kids These Days, experts Will Dobud, PhD and Nevin Harper, PhD reveal why today's kids are struggling and what adults must do differently. Endorsed by Paris Hilton, Dr. Bruce D. Perry, and Alex Hutchinson, this research-based guide delivers practical strategies for building resilience, connection, and autonomy in the next generation.What You'll Learn Why anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges are symptoms, not root causesHow overprotection, screen time, disconnection, and adult interference affect youth mental healthInsights from 20+ years of clinical experience and adolescent psychology for raising emotionally resilient teensWhy traditional talk therapy, diagnoses, and medication often miss the markHow to build trust, connection, and autonomy with kids even in crisisWhy This Book Stands Out Written by practitioners with decades of experience in outdoor therapy, youth work, and trauma-informed careGrounded in research and filled with expert insights from parenting and psychology professionalsOffers practical strategies parents, educators, and youth mentors can apply immediatelyA refreshing alternative to books that pathologize or try to "e;fix"e; kids Endorsed by Leading Voices "e;This is a crucial read for anyone living or working with children and youth. Highly recommended."e; Dr. Bruce D. Perry, co-author of What Happened to You? "e;A fresh, provocative look at the challenges facing our kids in today's world."e; Alex Hutchinson, New York Times bestselling author of Endure Perfect for readers of The Anxious Generation, Hold On to Your Kids, and Free-Range Kids. Whether you're a parent, teacher, youth worker, or therapist, Kids These Days will change how you see the next generation and your role in helping them thrive.Our kids aren't broken. But the system is. Let's change the story. Buy Kids These Days today your guide to raising strong, connected, and capable young people.