Nature and Outdoor Programs - Bridge Counseling and Wellness

Shinrin Yoku ( Forest Therapy)

Community and donation based forest bathing offerings in the Louisville, KY area.

Upcoming dates:

November 28th – Special Session – Giving Thanks

Location: Jefferson Memorial Forest – Horine Reservation

Time: 10-12:30pm

During a forest bathing session you will be guided on a leisurely walk on gentle paths under the forest canopy with guided activities to help you open your senses, hone your intuition and experience the forest as you never have before. We draw upon mindfulness meditation practices and techniques of deep nature connection. You can register by clicking below.

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Women’s Fall Nature Retreat:

Deepening Connection with Self & Nature

This one day experiential workshop will offer guidance and support with nature through forest bathing, sensory and somatic experiences with nature, embodiment practices (Qi gong and mindful walking), speaking/listening in council and other engaging practices

Location: Jefferson Memorial Forest – Horine Reservation

Time: 9am-6pm

*A Saturday overnight option will include a night walk practice, drumming and sharing around the campfire. (Bring your own camping gear.)*

Meals: a shared lunch, and dinner will be provided.

Cost: $100-$60 per person*, limited partial scholarships as a works study are available. Group size is limited 15 participants. Details will follow upon registration.

*Please choose an appropriate cost for you. Those who are able to give the higher end of the scale support our scholarship fund and increasing access to nature connection.*

This program involves light trail hiking and periods of sitting. Let us know of any accommodations you may need.

Guides:

Jennifer Owens, LCSW

Jordan Dye, CSW

To register or for questions, please contact Jordan Dye at jordandyemsw@gmail.com. Learn more at https://forestbathingkentucky.com/nature-connection-offering/

Mindfulness Based Ecotherapy Group

Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy (MBE) is a blending of Mindfulness and Ecopsychology. MBE uses nature to facilitate mindful awareness. MBE is used as a framework for helping individuals and families to find deeper connections in their own lives, and to give more meaning and enjoyment to the activities of daily living.

Session Dates:

6/27, 7/25, 8/22 – CANCELLED, 9/19, 10/24, 11/21

Thursdays – 5:30-7:30

Each session will dive into a MBE skill and practice which include:

Mindful Awareness, Radical Acceptance, Wise Mind and Wise Body, Letting Go, Living in the Now, Centering, Connecting, Nature as Metaphor, Nature as Teacher, Nature as Healer and Living in True Self.