About the Program
In a culture built for speed, productivity, and constant input, many of us feel the same ache: disconnection—from our bodies, from one another, and from the living world that once held us. This talk is an invitation to name what’s been lost…and to remember what can be restored.
Drawing from personal story, years of grief and end-of-life care, and the practice of nature-based psychology, Dr. Heidi Schreiber-Pan explores how the human nervous system is shaped by relationship—especially relationship with the natural world. Through reflections on walking, attention, seasonal time, and simple experiences outdoors, we’ll consider why belonging isn’t just social—it’s ecological. And why “quiet joy” isn’t escapism, but a form of healing: a steady aliveness that re-emerges when we slow down and come back into contact with life around us.
You don’t need to be “an outdoor person” to benefit. This evening offers accessible ideas and practices you can carry into everyday life—whether your nature is a forest trail, a city park, a backyard, or a single tree on your block.
The program starts at 7 pm with an optional Meet & Greet starting at 6:30 pm.
You’ll leave with:
A fresh understanding of how nature supports emotional regulation and resilience
A gentle framework for rebuilding belonging and meaning in daily life
Simple practices (walking, noticing, seasonal attention) you can start right away
Language for holding grief and joy together—without forcing either one
This evening's presentation is open to the public free of charge.
Your Instructor
Heidi Schreiber-Pan, Ph.D. LCPC
Heidi Schreiber-Pan, Ph.D., LCPC, is a successful psychotherapist, the Executive Director of Chesapeake Mental Health Collaborative and founder of Center for Nature Informed Therapy, a sought-after international speaker and trainer. She is also the author of the popular book Taming the Anxious Mind – A Guidebook to Relieve Stress & Anxiety.
