Guided Forest Therapy
Come along as we reconnect with the beauty of the natural world and practice mindfulness.
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Gentle, slow, and mindful time in nature. Forest Therapy is based in the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or forest-bathing. This is an opportunity to slow down, connect to our senses, notice our surroundings, and reconnect to ourselves and our environment.
Forest therapy offers a chance to reconnect to the beauty and simplicity of the natural world and to tune into our own state of being.
There is extensive research on the benefits of nature on human health – mental, physical, and cognitive! Research indicates that Forest Therapy is effective in improving symptoms of depression and anxiety. It helps with focus, stress reduction, and relaxation. It also boosts resilience and creativity and can improve immune function, among other benefits. In essence, Forest Therapy is a holistic intervention to support our health and well-being.
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An introduction to the practice and an overview of what the walk entails
Present-moment awareness of the body and the senses
Connection with nature through a series of invitations
Opportunities for sharing and reflection
Closing circle to gather and share
Maximum Group: 10-12 people
Contact us for pricing
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Emily, one of Tall Tree’s Occupational Therapists, is a certified Forest Therapy Guide and invites you to join for a guided forest therapy experience. She offers tailored forest therapy walks based on your needs, skills, and abilities. Seasonal walks can include individual, group, family, and/or corporate walks (and walks based on your accessibility needs). Please reach out if you are interested.
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Forest therapy walks are experiential in nature and not intended as any form of treatment or psychotherapy. Your participation does not imply or establish a clinician-patient relationship between you and your guide. For more information on Tall Tree’s therapeutic services, please visit our mental health space.
