Therapy Volunteers International

I had such an amazing experience with TVI Everything was incredibly well-organized and coordinated, the food was absolutely delicious, the activities were really memorable - the entire experience was just so rewarding. It was perfect to get more ABA experience and I’m so grateful I had the opportunity to be part of it and would highly recommend TVI to anyone considering volunteering abroad! I also really appreciated getting to see ABA in a various settings and having the opportunity to collaborate with other professionals like SLP’s and OT’s!

Belize was an adventure! I learned so much about my own therapy style as an SLP: about how I engage and establish a relationship with new clients, how I engage with other clinicians from my own and other specialties, and about how I engage and collaborate with parents to best support their children. This was a unique experience, I learned about the vast, rich, and diverse cultures and languages within Belize. I got to experience providing therapy within schools, consultations, and at the clinic.

I learned so much on this trip and got to spend it with incredible girls! I am a student and got to work hands on with kids in different environments (school and clinic) under the supervision of professionals. I also got to watch how all the girls work and ask lots of questions, which they were always willing to answer. I liked the excursions and felt I got to see and learned a lot about Belize! I would suggest bringing extra clothes after each session to change because I was covered in sweat every day and sat in it for the whole day until we got home. Otherwise I liked the setup of the trip!

I had the most wonderful experience in Belize with my therapy volunteers group. The OT, Mia, was an outstanding clinician and advocate for her clients - and it was a pleasure to be able to work with them! I loved meeting everyone at the Louisiana Government School in Orange Walk & the Stella Maris School. Providing parent consultations and training in these communities is something that I will remember forever. The collaboration of the volunteers & families was a wonderful experience. I am so grateful to have had this opportunity. And Will (the van driver) was amazing and always made us feel safe! A huge thanks to the TEC staff for amazing food as well!

I truly had the best experience! We had a group that was very split BCBA/SLP which made collaboration easy, accessible and successful. I became so close with the girls on my trip & they will be life long friends. The staff at the TEC were so kind and wonderful, answered so many of our questions and were readily available. The food was AMAZING, so much variety. I learned so much being in both the clinic and schools, and it was super interesting to see how it runs over there. Tip: pack more bug spray thank you think you need!