Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT)

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Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

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Victoria, B.C., Canada

I bring a deep connection to nature and over 35 years of expertise to my work. Certified as a Forest Therapy Guide by the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides in 2018, my journey began long before that. I first started guiding people in 1986 as a horseback trail guide in the Rocky Mountains and Australia. Those early experiences instilled in me a profound understanding of the healing power of nature. I’ve had the privilege of witnessing how transformative time in nature can be, from trail guiding in the Rockies to leading walking tours through Italy.

Today, I am also an End of Life Designer, offering a compassionate and heart-centered approach to advance-care planning and life transitions. My practice includes coaching tools and inquiry-based workshops designed to help people embrace the cycles of life.

Online and In-person services I offer include:

  • Nature & Forest Bathing: For corporate teams, friends, or family groups.
  • Nature Journaling: Unleash your creativity through guided observations of the world around you.
  • End of Life Education Workshops: For organizations and private groups.
  • Individual End of Life Planning: A personalized four-session series, offered online.

Feel free to reach out to learn more about how I can support you or your team.

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Certified Guide:
Yes
Training Received From:
Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs (ANFT)*
Language(s):
English
Title / Role:
Nature & Forest Therapy Guide, End of Life Educator
Certified Trail Consultant:
No

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