Ecotherapy Field Guide
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Abortion Doula
Addiction and Substance Use
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Biblio Therapy
Birdwatching
Birth Doula
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Death Doula
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Drama Therapy
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Eco Therapy
EMDR
Equine Therapy
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Fairy Tales & Myth Making
Forage Guide
Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku)
Gender Transition Counseling
Genograms & Genealogy Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
Group Therapy
Harm Reduction Counselor
Heart Math
Holistic Peer Counseling
Horticultural Therapy
Hunting Guide
Hypnotherapy
Indigenous Therapies
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Integrative Mental Health
Internal Family Systems Therapy
Jungian Therapies
Labyrinth Guide
Marriage & Family Therapy
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Mind-Body Therapy
Morning Altars
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Music Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Nature Guide
Neuro Feedback
Nursing
Nutritional Counseling
Occupational Therapy
Pastoral Counseling
Permaculture Guide
Personal Mythology
Play Therapy
Psychedelic Integration
Psychiatry
Psychotherapy
Rehabilitation Counseling
Reiki
Rites of Passage
River Guide
Senior & Elder Care
Social Media Literacy
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Sound Therapy
Spiritual Herbalism
Tai Chi
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Transpersonal Therapy
Trauma-Informed Coaching
Virtual Reality Therapy
Wilderness Guide
Wilderness Therapy
Workplace Coaching
Yoga
Practice:Eco Therapy |
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What is Eco Therapy?
Eco Therapy, also known as nature therapy or green therapy, is a form of therapeutic practice that involves engaging with nature to improve mental and physical well-being. It recognizes the connection between humans and the natural world and leverages the healing properties of nature to promote overall health.
Benefits of Eco Therapy
Eco Therapy has been found to have numerous benefits, including:
- Reducing stress and anxiety
- Improving mood and self-esteem
- Boosting physical fitness and overall health
- Enhancing creativity and cognitive function
- Fostering a sense of connection and community
Types of Eco Therapy
There are various types of eco therapy interventions, including:
- Horticultural therapy: Engaging in gardening activities to promote well-being.
- Animal-assisted therapy: Interacting with animals to improve mental and emotional health.
- Wilderness therapy: Participating in outdoor activities and wilderness experiences for personal growth and healing.
- Nature-based mindfulness: Practicing mindfulness in natural environments to enhance self-awareness and reduce stress.
Eco therapy offers a holistic approach to healing and well-being by harnessing the power of nature. It can be incorporated into various therapeutic settings and is suitable for individuals of all ages.
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Linda Buzzell
Service Area:
Santa Barbara and San Diego area - California USA
Jacqueline Kurio
Service Area:
United Kingdom, Vancouver BC - Northumberland ENG
Katie Lesko
Service Area:
Appalachia & Mid-Atlantic - District of Columbia USA, Maryland USA, Pennsylvania USA, West Virginia USA