A Transformative Training Course
Nature Informed Therapy Training – Mountain West 2025 | Salt Lake City
Join us for a 3-day immersive workshop blending evidence-based therapy with the restorative power of nature
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Experience Nature Informed Therapy in the Heart of the Mountain West
Discover the transformative power of Nature Informed therapy in an all-new setting: Salt Lake City’s lush Conservation Garden. This 3-day immersive workshop is designed for mental health professionals and other wellness practitioners eager to deepen their therapeutic approaches by harnessing nature’s inherent capacity for healing and growth. Whether you’re a seasoned clinician or just beginning to explore nature-based methods, you’ll gain practical insights and evidence-based tools to enrich your practice and improve client outcomes.
For the first time in the Mountain West, we’re bringing our acclaimed training—previously hosted only in Maryland—closer to home for participants across the western and central regions. Join us for hands-on experiences in outdoor settings, thoughtful discussions on emerging research, and the camaraderie of fellow professionals who share a passion for integrative, holistic care. Earn 19.5 CEUs/CE Credits, develop new skills, and return home ready to launch or elevate your nature-informed therapy work. The breathtaking scenery of Salt Lake City will serve as both backdrop and co-facilitator, inspiring personal growth and professional insight like never before.
Embark on a Journey to Certification
1. 3-Day In-Person Training: Immerse yourself in nature’s classroom. Learn to assess clients for Nature Informed Therapy, select therapeutic locations, and apply nature-based interventions. This foundational course is your first step towards certification.​
2. 3-Month Online Mentorship Add-On: Deepen your expertise with individual and small group consultations. This essential component solidifies your skills, culminating in certification as a Nature Informed Therapist. Join our community, making a profound difference in mental health care.
Training Highlights
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Comprehensive Curriculum: From biophilia to practical nature-based exercises, our training covers theoretical foundations and hands-on skills.
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Inclusive Learning: Engage in an environment that fosters personal growth and professional development, tailored to both mental health and non-mental health attendees.
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Community and Support: Join a network of like-minded professionals dedicated to leveraging nature for healing and growth.
Ready to Embrace Nature's Potential?
Whether seeking certification or looking to integrate nature’s wisdom into your work, our training offers a unique blend of knowledge, practice, and community. Dive into a transformative experience that will enrich your professional path and personal journey.
Future Course Dates
Semester | Course Start Date | Course End Date | Location | Early Bird Deadline | Availability | Early Bird Code | Training Setting |
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2025 Summer | 08/04/2025 | 08/06/2025 | Salt Lake City, UT | 06/01/2025 | Limited | EBSU25 | Urban Conservation Garden |
Register Early to Get
15% Early Bird Discount!
"EBSU25" for Summer 2025 by 06/01/2025
and, ask about our
Interest-Free Payment Plan
Summer 2025, Salt Lake City Utah
Starts Aug 4
960 US dollars
Starts Aug 8
640 US dollars
WHAT OUR PARTICIPANTS SAY
“Hands down, the best, most inspiring, training I have attended in my 25 years as a social worker. I am, today, the very next day impactfully using the strategies and concepts that I learned in this training to help my clients. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!”
Training Details & What to Expect
Dates:
August 4, 2025 (9:00 AM) – August 6, 2025 (5:00 PM)
Location:
Conservation Garden, Salt Lake City
Experience the beauty of Utah’s native plants, sustainable landscaping, and mountain vistas as you learn hands-on, nature-based therapeutic techniques.
Daily Schedule:
• Day 1 (8/4): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Day 2 (8/5): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Day 3 (8/6): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(Exact session topics and break times will be provided upon registration.)
Continuing Education Credits:
• 19.5 CEUs for Counselors through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC, ACEP No. 7473)
• 19.5 Clinical CE Credits for Social Workers approved by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program (Provider 2022, approval period July 7, 2024 – July 7, 2025)
(Please note that regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit.)
What to Expect:
• Experiential Learning: Guided nature walks, hands-on demonstrations, and interactive discussions set in the garden’s tranquil outdoor spaces.
• Evidence-Based Techniques: Practical strategies for incorporating nature into a range of therapeutic modalities, supported by emerging research.
• Community & Networking: Engage with peers from across the region who share a passion for holistic healing and ecologically attuned therapy.
We look forward to welcoming you to Salt Lake City for this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Nature Informed Therapy. Reserve your spot now to secure your place in this transformative 3-day experience!
About the 3-month Online Mentorship
The three-month online component includes monthly one-on-one consultation meetings with a mentor, as well as monthly small group meeting to discuss Nature Informed practice and application of training content and goals.
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To become a certified Nature Informed Therapist*, students must attend the 3-day live course and the 3-month online mentoring program. Certification is provided by the Center for Nature Informed Therapy and includes membership in our nationwide directory of Nature Informed Therapists.
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*Please note that you are required to attend all arranged individual and group meetings offered during the online segment of the certification. If you are unable to attend the scheduled small group meetings, you are responsible to arrange for an additional consultation meeting with one of our consultants and pay the extra consultation fee of $80. If an individual consultation is canceled within 48 hours or is a no-show, there is a $60 cancellation fee.
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CE Details
Center for Nature Informed Therapy has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing
Education Provider, ACEP No. 7473. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly
identified. Center for Nature Informed Therapy is solely responsible for all aspects of the
programs. Nature Informed Therapy Training Level I: Integrating Nature into Your Clinical Practice Live 3-Day Program will earn 19.5 NBCC credit hours.
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This program consists of 19.5 NBCC clock hours of continuing education instruction. Credit requirements and approvals vary per state board regulations. Please save the course outline, the certificate of completion you receive from the activity and contact your state board or organization to determine specific filing requirements
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The Center for Nature Informed Therapy, Provider 2022, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: July 7, 2024-July 7, 2025. Social workers completing this course receive 19.5 clinical continuing education credits.
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The Center for Nature Informed Therapy is solely responsible for all aspects of the program.
Interest Free Payment Plan
We offer an interest-free payment plan. You have an option to request to pay the tuition in 3 separate payments without any fee or interest. Just email us your request with the course date that you intend to attend. We will register you manually and send you 3 separate invoices with the due dates one month apart.
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Cancellation Policy
In-Person Multi-Day Intensives and Special Events
1. Cancellation by CNIT
CNIT reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any event due to insufficient enrollment, extreme weather conditions, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.
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Notification: All registrants will be notified promptly via email and/or phone.
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Refund Options: Full Refund: All registration fees, including any deposits, will be fully refunded.
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2. Cancellation by Participant
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Standard Cancellation Policy:
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Full Refund: Submit your cancellation request at least 90 days before the event start date to receive a full refund of tuition paid minus a 10% processing fee.
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Partial Refund: Cancellations made between 89 and 45 days before the event are eligible for a 50% refund.
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No Refund: No refunds will be issued for cancellations made within 45 days of the event due to commitments with our location partners.
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Transfer to Future Event:
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Option: You may transfer your registration to the same future training/event at no additional cost by notifying us at least 45 days before the event.
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Substitutions:
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You may designate a substitute participant by notifying us at least 14 days before the event. Acceptance of substitutes is subject to CNIT approval and may depend on the substitute meeting any prerequisites or qualifications.
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Cancellation Process:
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Submit your cancellation, transfer, or substitution request in writing via email to info@natureinformedtherapy.org.