Individual RT Sessions
Work one on one with Erin, a Recreational Therapist, to receive support for finding and participating in meaningful outdoor and nature-based activities that fit your interests and help meet your goals.
In other words, let's find activities that make you happy and healthy!
Who: These sessions are typically designed for individuals with intellectual/developmental and/or mental health disabilities, however they are open to anyone interested in and wanting to improve their well-being through recreational opportunities.
Where: Locations are flexible and will be chosen to best fit the participant's accessibility needs. Outdoor locations are ideal, however indoor options with nature-based elements are available if this is preferred by the participant. Options can range from local parks and beaches to participants' own backyards.
Activity options: Most anything! If you are interested in something, we will work together to do it!
Options can include:
Outdoor Recreation: hiking/strolling, fishing, bird watching, nature walks,
wildlife identification, gardening
Arts/Crafts: drawing, painting, journaling, writing, sketching, photography
Reading: independently and/or out loud to each other
Music: Listening to, playing instruments, singing
Physical Activities/Atheltics: working out, lifting weights, cardio exercise,
practicing athletic skills for interested sports
Examples of Goals:
Personal Skills: social, daily living, mobility (fine and/or gross motor)
Coping Skills: learning ways to use activities or personal interests to lower stress,
anxiety, or overwhelming emotions
Recreation Specific: finding and engaging in local opportunities, trying new activities, finding other community members interested in same activities
The structure and specifics of these sessions are individualized to best fit the participant.
The specifics include location, activity options, and length of time.
See below for the general process of Individual RT Sessions:
Process for Individual RT Sessions
1. Assessment & Planning
This step includes a discussion and activity with Erin and the participant as well as their family, friend, or support staff (if needed) to learn more about the participant's interests, goals, and needs.
From this information, we will create a plan that includes session specifics to best support the individual in meeting their goals.
2. Sessions
This is what it's all about! This is where Erin and the participant engage in recreational activities that fit the participant's needs and interests to support their growth. These sessions are typically 1-2 hours, but can be adjusted. Here is the basic schedule for an individual session:
-Opening chat: ~10-15 mins
(check in about how we're feeling, discuss plan, activities, and goals for the day)
-Activity participation: ~30 mins-1 hr
(enjoy participating in activities planned while working towards goals)
-Closing Chat: ~10-15 mins
(discuss goal achievement status & plan for next session)
3. Reassessment
After every 5-6 sessions, the participants and their staff, family, and friends (if needed) will meet again to discuss the participant's progress towards their goals as well as any updated needs and interests. They will then adjust the plan to best accommodate any changes.
Cost for Individual RT Sessions:
*Please do not let the cost prevent you from participating. Contact me directly or let me know on the registration form to see if your insurance can cover this cost as well as for financial assistance/payment plans*
Contact me below if you have any questions, comments, or concerns about Individual RT Sessions!