Ecotherapy Field Guide

All Practice Categories (87)

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Abortion Doula

Addiction and Substance Use

Adventure Therapy

Altar Work

Animal Assisted Therapy

Archetypal Astrology

Art Therapy

Ayurveda Counseling

Biblio Therapy

Birdwatching

Birth Doula

Business Coaching

Cannabis Coaching

Clinical Herbalism

Clinical Psychology

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Couples Therapy

Crisis Response

Culinary Therapy

Dance/Movement Therapy

Death Doula

Depth Psychology

Drama Therapy

Dream Analysis

Eco Therapy

EMDR

Equine Therapy

Expressive Arts Therapy

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

Integration Therapies

Integrative Mental Health

Internal Family Systems Therapy

Jungian Therapies

Labyrinth Guide

Marriage & Family Therapy

Marriage Counseling

Massage

Mind-Body Therapy

Morning Altars

Movement Therapies

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

Social Work

Somatic Experiencing

Somatic Therapies

Sound Therapy

Spiritual Herbalism

Tai Chi

Tarotpy

Transpersonal Therapy

Trauma-Informed Coaching

Virtual Reality Therapy

Wilderness Guide

Wilderness Therapy

Workplace Coaching

Yoga

Practice:

Eco Therapy

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.


Profiles

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