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"We all want quiet, we all want beauty, we all need space. Unless we have it, we cannot reach that sense of quiet in which whispers of better things come to us gently."
Octavia Hill ( co-founder of the National Trust)
Forest Therapy
In a world that moves fast, forest therapy invites you
to slow down. To breathe. To listen. To reconnect with yourself through the gentle, healing presence of nature.
As a qualified Forest Therapy Practitioner I guide
individuals and small groups through peaceful, sensory-rich invitations to deepen your connection with the natural world—and yourself.
What is Forest Therapy?
Forest therapy (also known as Shinrin-yoku or “forest bathing”) is a gentle, guided experience in nature. It’s not a hike or a nature talk — it’s an invitation to slow down. To tune into your senses, breathe deeply, and find stillness in nature. A quiet returning to ourselves — for after all, we are nature.
You don’t need to be fit or outdoorsy. You don’t need to talk (unless you want to). You simply need to show up with curiosity and an open heart.
Why try Forest Therapy?
People often come to forest therapy when life feels full, fast, or demanding;
It can support:
• Stress and overwhelm
• Emotional healing or times of transition
• A desire to slow down
• Connection — to yourself, to nature, and to others
The benefits of forest therapy can include:
• Reduced anxiety and stress
• Improved mood and mental clarity
• Better sleep and emotional resilience
• A stronger sense of connection and inner calm
• Lowered blood pressure
How It Works
I offer gentle forest therapy sessions in Wiltshire and surrounding areas. Sessions usually last 1.5–2 hours and include:
• A warm welcome and grounding practice
• Simple, sensory-based invitations to help you connect with nature
• Optional moments of reflection or sharing
• A cuppa and gentle closing before heading home
Private 1:1 and small group sessions are available. I can plan sessions close to you by carefully researching suitable local woodland. Please get in touch to explore what might work best for you.
Forest Therapy for Teams & Organisations
“Spending time in nature improves concentration, lowers stress, and fosters creativity and collaboration—all essential ingredients for a thriving workplace.”
– Journal of Environmental Psychology
Support your team’s wellbeing, creativity, and connection—with nature as your meeting space.
In today’s fast-paced world, burnout and disconnection are common.
Forest therapy offers a gentle, evidence-based way for teams to slow down, recharge, and reconnect — both with themselves and with each other.
Whether you’re a school staff team, charity, wellbeing provider, or business, a guided forest therapy session can offer a meaningful pause away from day-to-day demands.
Perfect For:
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Staff wellbeing days or INSET
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Mental health or wellness weeks
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Team connection & morale-building
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Stress recovery and burnout prevention
Interested in bringing forest therapy to your workplace or team?
I can create a bespoke forest therapy session that fits your time, group, and goals.