Nature Therapy

Nature Therapy

Nature itself is the best physician

Being outdoors in nature and green spaces is not only enjoyable, but also therapeutic. Being outside in a green space has proven health benefits. ATOM helps you to walk in a green space and it can give you a break from "attention fatigue".

Nature therapy is an innovative form of psychotherapy that we find uniquely useful. It can be most beneficial in coping with stress, anxiety, and relationship challenges. While many of us instinctively feel better in nature, there are a number of scientific studies to support this experience.

Nature therapy involves taking a typical, one-hour therapy session outdoors. This is based on the principles of ecopsychology, which look at how we feel interconnected with the earth. When we are in nature, we feel smaller and part of the larger earth. Studies have found that people feel more comfortable, soothed, and refreshed in natural environments. This helps us feel grounded and see our difficulties in new ways.

Moving in Nature is Good for You
Sometimes called “walk and talk” therapy, nature therapy takes place during a gentle walk or hike. As we engage our bodies, we wake up alternate parts of our brains. This allows us to form new connections, as well as creatively find new solutions. Walking in nature has been found to improve memory, and mood, as well as to significantly reduce the bodys stress response.