Elements Programs

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Elements is a small owner-operated outdoor behavioral health program in central Utah whose mission is to provide the most effective and engaging treatment program for adolescents and young adults in the outdoors. Since 2008, Elements has provided specialized therapeutic interventions for clients and their families by balancing evidence-based therapy with fun experiential activity.

 

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Final Elements Evaluation Report

We take pride in utilizing evidence-based treatments for a simple reason: they work. Similarly, to best serve our clients and their families, we recognize the importance of data collection, research, and program evaluation. We are committed to gather

Autism and Wilderness Therapy: How Elements Eclipse Helps Neurodivergent Teens Thrive

Podcast Episode · Stories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors · 06/10/2025 · 48m

Stories from the Field: Mental Health and the Outdoors: 256: Inside Elements: New Models,...

In this episode Will talks with John Karren, co-founder of . John reflects on how Elements has evolved over its 17-year history, moving from a strictly nomadic wilderness model to more flexible, tailored programs, including a new “Eclipse” option designed for neurodiverse adolescents. He explains the behind-the-scenes decisions that led them to integrate adventure activities, introduce heated tents, and adopt family-centric approaches, all while maintaining a commitment to the transformative power of the outdoors. John also discusses the critical role of collaboration with partners and clinical team members in shaping Elements’ ongoing adaptations, from digital media overuse interventions to specialized programming for different client profiles. Beyond the Elements model, John and Will touch on broader challenges facing the outdoor behavioral healthcare field, particularly the recent industry contractions and heightened public scrutiny. John shares how being a small, owner-operated program with dedicated clinical professionals has enabled Elements to stay resilient. He speaks passionately about the need to eliminate outdated practices, embrace ethical oversight, and remain agile in responding to ever-changing mental health needs. This conversation offers a candid look at how one wilderness therapy program continues to innovate while retaining a deep respect for the outdoors as a powerful catalyst for growth and healing. Other podcast episodes related to Elements mentioned in this episode: