Forest Therapy Sessions
What is Forest Therapy?
The Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, or Forest Bathing, is good for both physical and mental wellbeing. It is proven to reduce stress hormone production, improve feelings of happiness and free up creativity, as well as lower heart rate and blood pressure, boost the immune system and accelerate recovery from illness.
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'There is a wealth of research from around the world, particularly Japan, which proves that being in a forest, or wooded area, really can have a healing effect. It has been shown that trees and plants in these environments release antimicrobial essential oils, called phytoncides. Phytoncides protect plants from germs and have a host of health benefits for people. These oils can boost our mood and immune system function, they have been shown to normalise blood pressure and heart rate, as well as improve stress, anxiety, concentration, sleep and stimulate creativity. There is some evidence that they may even help fight cancer and depression. In some countries like Japan, forest-bathing is already recognised as a clinical therapy and is available on prescription. ' https://tfb.institute/scientific-research/
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Practicing Forest Therapy has allowed me to develop tools of resilience in my life that have positively impacted how I deal with stressful situations and manage physical health symptoms. I qualified as a practitioner in August 2023 and now aim to bring this practice to everyone who wants to create positive change in their lives.
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The world, and our place within it, can seem complex and full. For some people, this can promote feelings of anxiety, low mood and uncertainty.
During these times we need to focus on promoting self-care in our lives, to work towards being present for ourselves, and those around us. I aim to help you develop a ‘nature toolkit’ that will open your awareness to new perspectives.
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My sessions will always have a creative element, due to my extensive experience teaching and making art. If you're interested in booking a private session for a workplace or education setting, please complete the contact form below.
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'Really loved this. Made me really aware of things I don't usually notice when in the woods. Your voice is very relaxing & the slow pace & guidance on the senses to be aware of was perfect.'
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'People were really moved by the experience and I personally really appreciated is as part of the day and found it very therapeutic.'
NHS Psychiatry Climate Day Organiser
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'I loved the combination of mindfulness in the forest and the book making (also a mindful activity!)'
Forest Therapy & Book Making Participant
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'I felt at peace right away and found it easy to get into the space (I was surprised by this as I normally struggle with meditation and easily get distracted)'
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'It was a lovely, gentle pace and I found it accessible'
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'I felt so many calming elements in the woodland- mindful and meditative. Foraging for the arty book making!'
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'Charlotte’s way of welcoming us into the group was perfect- all at ease- I liked the circle meeting point!'
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'Very, very well- organised. I loved it.'
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'You’ve made me want to do this therapeutic forest walking as a daily practice- so thank you!'
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'Lovely to have the grounding practice at the start to engage with the environment and then be creative'
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'Taking time for myself! Tubing into my senses and the minute-a of the natural world!'
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'Absolutely loved the opportunity to explore ‘new-to-me’ art materials and methods'
Forest Therapy & Book Making Participant
"We often forget that WE ARE NATURE. Nature is not something separate from us. So when we say that we have lost our connection to nature, we've lost our connection to ourselves." Â Andy Goldsworthy