Partnering with Nature to Heal FA26

Service Description

This immersive one-day retreat is designed for individuals navigating grief and trauma who seek the restorative power of nature as a healing companion. Grounded in nature-informed therapy, this retreat offers participants a sanctuary to explore their emotional pain, process their loss, and cultivate resilience through guided experiences in the natural world. Tentative Schedule 9:15AM: Arrivals. 9:30 - 12:00PM: Introductions, and grounding meditation to help with present moment focus. Exploring our connections to nature and how nature can support our emotional regulation. Please bring a nature item that has meaning for you. Understanding trauma and grief and the impact on our nervous systems. New ways to consider trauma and grief healing. Source: It’s Ok That You Are Not Ok. 12:00 - 12:30PM: Lunch with a transition by car to nearby Serviceberry Farm for the experiential portion of the day. 1:00 - 3:30PM: Outdoors connecting with nature purposefully and with intention. 3:30 - 4:00PM: Process and Closing Circle. 4:00PM: Retreat concludes. Note: Participants are not expected or invited to share specific details about personal trauma and grief. As the day progresses you are welcome to share how nature can support you in your healing journey. Please bring your lunch, snacks and a beverage. Dress warmly for the afternoon session outdoors. Bring a camp chair, yoga mat or blankets, sunglasses, bug spray, hat, journal and nature item. Questions? Contact Mary Sue: ms@marysuemccarthy.com