Nature Based Counseling - Eco-Therapy Resources
Kids need nature & outside play. . .
Eco-Counseling Sessions - Super special videos made just for you during Corona Closure 2020
- Forest Crew Session 1 - Intro to Eco-Counseling
- Forest Crew Session 2 - LISTENING with AWARENESS @ Lillie Park
- Forest Crew Session 3 - LOOKING with GRATITUDE @ “The Arb”
- Forest Crew Session 4 - BREATHING with MINDFULNESS @ Gallup Park
- Forest Crew Session 5 - BODY SCAN & MINDFUL MOVEMENT @ Argo/Bandemer
- Forest Crew Session 6 - CONNECTING with NATURE @ Bird Hills/Barton Dam
- On-Going Theme - CONNECTIONS and IMPACT we each make in this world.
Very special THANK YOU to D.S.A, Dave Schall Acoustic for video production, and patient coaching to get "me" in front of a camera and microphone. ~Robyn Kimmey Watson, School Counselor
What is Eco-Therapy/Eco-Counseling?
Eco-Therapy/Eco-Counseling is a therapeutic practice utilizing a wide range of therapeutic techniques which aim to improve mental and physical well-being through doing outdoor activities and developing personal connection with one's natural environment.
A growing body of research indicates that direct exposure to nature is essential for healthy childhood development. Connecting in and with nature in this way can have lots of positive health benefits for children including reduction in ADHD symptoms, obesity, depression, and anxiety. . .
At Scarlett, we use trauma informed practices and a child centered approach which is brief and solution focused in coordination with scientifically proven therapeutic techniques such as CBT, DBT, and EMDR in our Eco-Counseling groups and individual practice.
Eco-Therapy/Eco-Counseling is a therapeutic practice utilizing a wide range of therapeutic techniques which aim to improve mental and physical well-being through doing outdoor activities and developing personal connection with one's natural environment.
A growing body of research indicates that direct exposure to nature is essential for healthy childhood development. Connecting in and with nature in this way can have lots of positive health benefits for children including reduction in ADHD symptoms, obesity, depression, and anxiety. . .
At Scarlett, we use trauma informed practices and a child centered approach which is brief and solution focused in coordination with scientifically proven therapeutic techniques such as CBT, DBT, and EMDR in our Eco-Counseling groups and individual practice.
Article - Psychology Today 12/2019
Nature Deficit Disorder in Kids. Could Nature be a big part of the parenting journey?
By: Ariane de Bonvoisin MBA
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tools-life/201912/nature-deficit-disorder-in-kids
Nature Deficit Disorder in Kids. Could Nature be a big part of the parenting journey?
By: Ariane de Bonvoisin MBA
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/tools-life/201912/nature-deficit-disorder-in-kids
Article - Outside Magazine 6/2019
The Nature Cure. The Incredible Link between Nature and Your Emotions
By: Aaron Reuben
https://www.outsideonline.com/2397694/nature-mental-health?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Dispatch-06132019&utm_content=Dispatch-06132019+Version+A+CID_9896a5c89e7e823427da5c0bff4cb106&utm_source=campaignmonitor%20outsidemagazine&utm_term=READ%20MORE
The Nature Cure. The Incredible Link between Nature and Your Emotions
By: Aaron Reuben
https://www.outsideonline.com/2397694/nature-mental-health?utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Dispatch-06132019&utm_content=Dispatch-06132019+Version+A+CID_9896a5c89e7e823427da5c0bff4cb106&utm_source=campaignmonitor%20outsidemagazine&utm_term=READ%20MORE
Article & Video - Stanford Woods, Institute for the Environment. 6/30/2015
Stanford researchers find mental health prescription: Nature.
By: Rob Jordan
https://news.stanford.edu/2015/06/30/hiking-mental-health-063015/
Stanford researchers find mental health prescription: Nature.
By: Rob Jordan
https://news.stanford.edu/2015/06/30/hiking-mental-health-063015/
Article - WebMD 6/19/2013
Do You Need a Nature Prescription?
By: Carol Sorgen. Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD June 19, 2013
https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/nature-therapy-ecotherapy#1
Do You Need a Nature Prescription?
By: Carol Sorgen. Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD June 19, 2013
https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/nature-therapy-ecotherapy#1
More Resources available from the Children & Nature Network. . .
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