Understanding Teen Mental Health - Turning Winds Podcast Series
Many of us can relate to what it’s like to be teens trying to figure themselves out. In the final years toward adulthood we set the course for a lifetime. Its confusing for them and sometimes overwhelming for parents - but we believe in providing the resources to help to create positive change.
Understanding Teen Mental Health - Turning Winds Podcast Series
Recreation and Therapy // The maiden voyage of our new boat.
In this episode of the Turning Winds Podcast, host Kevin Zundl speaks with Program Director Carl Baisden about the deeper value of therapeutic recreation at Turning Winds. Their conversation centers on the debut of a new pontoon boat and how structured activities like lake outings are designed not just for fun, but to reignite a teen’s connection to life, joy, and healthy relationships.
Carl explains how these outdoor experiences are intentionally layered with clinical insights and therapeutic reflection, helping teens rediscover passions that were often sidelined during periods of struggle. With a strong belief in holistic treatment, Turning Winds pairs high-caliber clinical care with immersive, life-affirming activities that contribute to healing, growth, and lasting change.
Whether you’re a parent, clinician, or just curious about how real-world recreation can be woven into mental health treatment, this episode offers a unique and hopeful look at how joy and therapy intersect.
To learn more or speak with someone about your family’s situation, visit https://www.turningwinds.com or call 800-845-1380.
Keywords: adolescent therapy, therapeutic recreation, teen treatment program, outdoor therapy, residential treatment center, youth mental health, healing through nature, family support, pontoon boat therapy, Turning Winds podcast
To learn more about Turning Winds, visit turningwinds.com or call 800-845-1380.