Outdoor outpatient includes skillful, life-affirming activities outdoors, facilitated by experts in the field. Therapeutic time in nature can support awareness and self-actualization.

Outdoor nature immersions offer a powerful way to unplug and connect with self and the world. Immersions offer an experiential therapeutic approach to mental health and well-being, addressing healing on multiple levels.

Parasympathetic breathing benefits our state of mind and helps us tap into self-regulation whenever warranted. Simple breath patterns calm the mind and ease the body.

The sit spot is a mindfulness practice that accesses awareness and engages our senses. Studies show that time in nature, unplugged, can have a positive impact on mental health.

Nature deficit disorder has an impact on all of us as our lives become dominated by technology, but there is a solution. Spoiler alert: it does involve going outside.

Nature therapy harnesses the outdoors to nurture well-being and mental health. It is potentially beneficial for those struggling with traditional therapy. The practice can be profound and healing for many.

There is a need to reduce the stigma associated with being a healer who needs healing. There are many ways we can do this, but we start by shining a light on the need.

By embracing time together with openness and hope, families can embark on a journey of healing and transformation. The great outdoors is powerful medicine.

Experiential, peer-based adventures in nature can inspire awareness, reduce stigma, and foster sustainable connections and community.

Adventure calls us into the here and now to explore the world around us and engage in activities that support mental health, stimulate the body, and create long-term connection.

One of the benefits of spending time in nature is light. Daylight and sunshine directly impact mood, provide essential nutrients, and tap into what it means, at our core, to be a healthy human.

The holiday season is a beautiful time of year that can also be challenging. While we manage busy schedules, it is key to prioritize well-being and mental health.

Intentional time spent outside allows us to experience healing and well-being in several ways. We connect with ourselves and others, we unplug and reset, and tune in.

Outdoor activities stimulate and inspire, and this positive effect is amplified when we share the experiences with others.

What do we mean when we say mental health, outside? Studies show that the environment plays a significant role in our well-being and mental health.

When it comes to psychological distress and physiological symptoms, we can’t always think our way to feeling better. When we are calm, the thinking mind can be helpful, but how do we get there?

Many of us experience heightened emotions when we are struck by wonder. This condition of mind and spirit can be initiated by awe and is defined as inspired, elevated positivity—a natural high.

Water has a positive impact on health in various ways. The science backs this up: studies show that water can affect mood and induce elevated emotional states, thereby benefiting overall well-being. This is why, for many of us, it is the medicine.