Nature-based therapy
Nature-based therapy is a therapeutic approach that uses the natural environment to support emotional well-being, regulation, and connection for children, families, adults, and retirees. Through guided experiences in outdoor spaces, individuals are supported to explore thoughts and feelings in a way that often feels less pressured and more grounded than traditional settings. This process can help reduce stress, build resilience, and deepen a sense of connection to self, others, and the world around them.
Nature-based Package
Therapy is not a quick fix. Nature based therapy offers children a structured block of support within an outdoor environment, where movement, sensory experience, and connection with nature are used alongside therapeutic relationship building. This package typically includes 8 group sessions, each lasting 75 minutes, with up to 6 children in each group. The outdoor setting supports regulation, emotional expression, and social connection in a way that can feel less pressured than traditional indoor environments.
Each child also has 2 individual 30 minute telephone meetings with a parent or carer built into the process. These provide space to share updates, reflect on progress, and consider any changes in presentation or support needs at home or in school.
A typical therapy journey begins with initial planning and preparation, including understanding each child’s needs and ensuring the group is a suitable fit. The group sessions then follow a consistent rhythm, offering structured but flexible therapeutic experiences outdoors, supported by the therapist. These sessions may include creative activities, movement, observation, reflection, and relational work, all held within a safe and contained group environment.
At the end of the block, a written report is provided for each child. This summarises engagement in the sessions, key themes observed, progress made, and any recommendations for ongoing support.