The Healing Power of Nature

Description

We will be looking at:

· How connecting with nature can be beneficial for both you and your clients

· What you can learn from observing nature.

· Ways to bring nature into the counselling room.

I believe we can learn much from nature, through observation, as well as through activities which bring us closer to our wild, authentic selves and our surroundings. In recent years it feels as though we have drifted away from our connection to nature and therefore this workshop is an opportunity to find ways back to our biological base.

My hope in this training is to show how we can benefit from engaging more with nature, both in terms of what it has to teach us, along with the physiological and psychological health gains.

The workshop is a blend of information and experiential exercises which make use of natural materials such as stones, sounds, seeds and sand. In this way I will demonstrate and encourage you to consider how you might bring nature into your work with clients.

In preparation, please bring paper and pens with you to the workshop. Other materials will be provided.

About the Trainer - Sue Black

Sue Black is a freelance counsellor, trainer and supervisor with her own private practice in Angus. She works with Persona as a trainer on their postgraduate diploma programme.

Having always lived in the countryside, Sue recognises the benefits of this for her as a person as well as a therapist. She enjoys working creatively as this allows opportunities for spontaneity and supporting people to engage with their natural and authentic selves.

Sue has participated in eco therapy sessions and enjoys learning how to reconnect with nature and live more simply as this resonates strongly with her passion for the environment and trying to work with nature rather than against it.

Aimed at 
This workshop is aimed at qualified and trainee counsellors.

Cost 
Early Bird - Standard - £105 / Trainee Counsellor £85 until 7 February 2025
Thereafter: £125/ Trainee Counsellor £105

Handouts and CPD certificate are included in the price.

Please note that a delegate space is not guaranteed until payment is received.

Maximum number 20 - take advantage of the early bird price and book early to avoid disappointment

Pass it on! Feel free to pass this invitation on to colleagues – everyone is welcome!