What is Forest Therapy?
“Forest Therapy is a practice that promotes healing and wellness through immersing oneself in the calming and restorative atmosphere of forests and other natural environments. The practice originated from the Japanese tradition of Shinrin-Yoku or "forest bathing" and has been backed by research to provide an array of health benefits. By reminding us that we are interconnected with nature and all living beings, Forest Therapy goes beyond physical benefits and stabilizes our mood and cognition.”
-The Association of Nature & Forest Therapy
Why work with a Nature & Forest Therapy guide?
A Nature & Forest Therapy guide helps to facilitate an experience you might not otherwise have. This is done by offering invitations which encourage you to slow down, engage your senses, and encourage experiences of yourself and the environment in new and meaningful ways. A Nature & Forest Therapy guide also helps to encourage fostering a sense of partnership with the land itself and community among participants.
How is Forest Therapy Different Than Individual, Couples, or Family Therapy?
Our other therapy services fall under the umbrella of psychotherapy. Psychotherapy is typically done through regular meetings with a licensed mental health professional where there is collaboration to create a treatment plan specific to your mental health goals and objectives. In guided forest therapy, though you are welcome to set a personal intention, it is an open experience with no specific goals. Rather, the focus is on experiencing in the moment. It also does not include multiple scheduled sessions, structured clinical intervention, the implementation of a treatment plan, diagnosis, or insurance billing. In short, psychotherapy is considered a health service whereas guided forest therapy is a therapeutic experience.
To see upcoming scheduled walks or to request a private walk (for individuals, couples, families, or groups) please visit:
Pricing for Individually Requested Walks
Individual Rate:
1 Participant: $50 for approximately 2.5 hours
Group Rates:
2 Participants: $40 per person for approximately 2.5 hours
3 or More Participants: $35 per person for approximately 2.5 hours
*Cancelations within less than 24 hours notice are subject to a $10 administrative fee. In the event your guide will need to cancel due to circumstances such as weather conditions, a full refund will be issued to participants.*
For More Information…
About Forest Therapy:
https://www.anft.earth/about/the-practice-of-forest-therapy
About the physical/mental health benefits of Forest Therapy:
https://www.anft.earth/about/the-science
https://www.doseofnature.org.uk/the-science
https://www.forestbathingfinder.com/about-forest-bathing/
About the Association of Nature & Forest Therapy:
