Nature-Based Therapy: A Practitioner's Guide to Working Outdoors with Children, Youth, and Families
- ISBN-10
- 1771423021
- ISBN-13
- 9781771423021
- Category
- Body, Mind & Spirit
- Pages
- 307
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2019-07-02
- Publisher
- New Society Publishers
- Authors
- Kathryn Rose, David Segal, Nevin Harper
Description
Take advantage of nature’s therapeutic benefits with this guide for counselors, therapists, and educators who work with children, youth, and families. The number of people seeking help for a wide range of mental health concerns is growing at an alarming rate. Unplugging from technology and reconnecting with the web of life is a powerful antidote to the anxiety and stress that tend to exacerbate so many of our mental health struggles. Nature-Based Therapy addresses the underlying disconnection between humans and their ecological home, exploring theories and therapeutic practices designed for children, youth, and families, including: Developing sensory awareness of outer and inner landscapes Navigating risk in play Case examples with a diverse range of settings, intentions, and interventions
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