When nature feels unsafe after the storm, finding small constants helps us heal and rediscover hope in unpredictable times.

Exploring the 'indoor person' label in therapy: Understanding clients' emotional barriers to nature and fostering meaningful connections.

Climate crisis is here—hurricanes like Helene and Milton show individual actions aren't enough; we need collective courage and policy change

How forest bathing, mindful immersion in nature, enhances well-being, fosters connections, and transforms your health amidst the trees.

Nature Informed backpacking training in a serene forest setting, highlighting the importance of comprehensive insurance coverage for outdoor therapeutic activities. Sorting out liability coverage as a Nature-Informed Therapist can feel… murky. The main reason: therapy and outdoor activities get underwritten differently, even when you experience them as “one integrated session.” One widespread myth is: “If I only do outdoor sessions occasionally, my General Liability will cove

Experience the freedom and stress relief of walking without a backpack. Embrace nature fully in our latest blog!

Celebrate July 4th by exploring the healing power of America's natural wonders. Connect with nature for improved mental wellness.

Nature-Informed Therapy, adventure therapy, and wilderness therapy may all move beyond the traditional therapy room, but they use nature in very different ways. Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan explores what sets them apart and why the distinction matters.

Grief is a journey that often feels isolating and overwhelming, especially for those who have experienced profound losses. As a...

Volunteering at a recent nature-informed therapy training was an eye-opening experience that profoundly altered my perception of mental...

Recently, I've been contemplating the profound impact of birdwatching on my mental health and overall well-being. Each morning, I find...

In the heart of Baltimore County, Maryland, nestled between the bustling streets of Fairmount Ave and E Pennsylvania Ave, lies a...

I found myself in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia in hopes of some recharge and renewal. I arrived after sunset and the spas were all...

As a Nature-Informed Therapist, Thanksgiving offers a profound moment of reflection, bringing forth a blend of gratitude and lamentation...

Intro to Backpacking for Mental Health & Wellbeing with Center for Nature-Informed Therapy We all gathered together, nestled among the...

Nature Informed Therapy (NIT) can be especially beneficial for neurodiverse clients by unveiling the beauty of nature as a soothing...

In today's rapidly changing world, eco-anxiety isn't just a catchphrase—it's a real, tangible emotion that many of us grapple with daily....

Nature moves in cycles: the moon cycle, the water cycle, the planetary cycle, the life cycle of animals, the cycles of the seasons,....

During a recent hour-long walk, I collected samples of eight different types of grasses along a roadside in Maryland. Some grasses were...

I still vividly recall a moment from years ago, when I watched a group of children emerge from a dense thicket of trees, their faces...