Ecotherapy
“Our times shared with Vicky on the farm will always remain in the heart of our family. They benefitted us in ways that only nature can. Such a special place and special people; thank you.”
What is ecotherapy?
The mental health charity, Mind, define Ecotherapy in the following way:
“Ecotherapy is a formal type of therapeutic treatment which involves doing outdoor activities in nature. There isn't one single definition of ecotherapy, but it's often used to describe a regular, structured activity that:
is led by trained professionals (sometimes therapists), who are there to support you
focuses on doing an activity, rather than on your health
takes place in a green environment
is related to exploring and appreciating the natural world
involves spending time with other people, although you can always choose to interact at your own pace.”
ecotherapy with innate connection
When you work with Innate Connection, we make the most of the beautiful surroundings on our small-holding farm, enabling you to connect to nature and take some valuable time for yourself.
Ecotherapy sessions involve visiting the farm and working with me in a way that is relaxed and promotes self-nourishment through contact with the natural surroundings, animals and the reassuring routine of farm-life. Individuals or groups visit the farm, spending time together in easy conversation whilst we potter about in the peaceful surroundings and engage in meaningful farm jobs together. Activities might include feeding the sheep, collecting eggs, feeding the chickens, creating art, meditating, picking flowers or preparing nourishing food.
The path can unfold naturally as we progress along it, with no pressure to move in any particular direction, trusting in our own wisdom and awareness to guide us.
who is ecotherapy for?
Ecotherapy is ideal for those who would like to be held in a safe and loving space, with the opportunity to express themselves in a slower and less-direct way than through a coaching conversation whilst nurturing their relationship with nature. My philosophy of holding dear the wellbeing that resides in each individual is ever-present and forms the foundation for any interaction we have. I begin with any client I work with knowing they have within them everything they need; knowing they are complete and whole already. With this sacred knowledge, the relaxed environment and authentic connection between us, you are welcomed here, as is anything you’d like to discuss as our relationship grows.
Experience shows me that, at times, the most valuable thing to allow ourselves is time to be; free from demands of our normal life, enabling our innate wellbeing to naturally rise to the surface. As many of us know from our own lives, spending this time outdoors and in contact with animals has a particularly beneficial effect on the entire “bodymind”, enabling us to relax and to reconnect with who we really are.