The Belonging Place

Participating in Anasazi was really impressive, from the training I received as a parent to the reading and journaling materials and the weekly therapy. The program was very effective for my son (we’ve done therapies for the past 8 years, including neurofeedback and medication). The mental/physical reset he experienced and skills he learned have had a bigger impact than anything else so far (in addition to the confidence he gained from doing hard things he actually really enjoyed). He connected really well with his therapist and counselors. While we still have a healing journey ahead of us, we now both have the same tools and language and goals to use and feel progress.

Our 12 year old son just recently returned from his Wilderness journey. We are so very impressed with all he learned & did on his Walking!

I attended the Anasazi wilderness program between my junior and senior year of high school. Looking back, it was easily one of the most impactful 42 days of my life. The experience shaped me in ways I’m still grateful for years later.

While I’ve seen recent criticism toward wilderness programs as a whole, I feel compelled to speak up for Anasazi. This organization is truly different. The care, intention, and integrity they bring into their work set them apart. It’s not just about time in the wilderness—it’s about healing, growth, and reconnecting with yourself and others in a way that very few environments can offer.

Anasazi didn’t just help me get through a tough season of life—it helped lay the foundation for who I am today. I’ll always be thankful for the people there and the journey they guided me through.

If you’re considering Anasazi for yourself or a loved one, know this: it’s one of the best—if not the best—programs of its kind. I will forever hold space for the Anasazi Program.