Nature-Based Therapy

Nature offers space to step back from loops of worry or self-criticism and see your life with more clarity and kindness.

Walking, breathing, and being in open space often makes it easier to feel and move through emotions instead of holding them inside.

Spending time in nature can remind you that you are part of something bigger, connected, supported, and not alone.

Nature-based therapy is not about pushing yourself or fixing yourself. It is about creating the right conditions for healing to unfold naturally, at your pace, in a way that feels safe and supportive.

The 20-5-3 rule is a guideline for incorporating nature into your routine for better well-being:

• 20 minutes in nature, at least 3 times a week (like a walk in a park)
• 5 hours a month in more immersive natural settings (like hiking or longer outdoor time)
• 3 days a year in deeper nature (like camping or retreats)

It’s a simple way to stay consistently connected to nature in everyday life.

Nature therapy is also commonly referred to as:

• Ecotherapy
• Nature-based therapy
• Green therapy
• Outdoor therapy

All of these approaches emphasize the healing benefits of connecting with the natural environment.

Natural therapies can include a range of practices that support well-being through nature, such as:

• Guided walks or talk therapy outdoors
• Mindfulness or meditation in nature
• Forest bathing (immersive time in wooded environments)
• Gardening or working with plants
• Grounding practices (like walking barefoot on natural surfaces)

These approaches help calm the nervous system and support emotional regulation.

Our registered counsellors are covered by a variety of extended health insurance plans. This means that, depending on your provider, you may be able to get full or partial reimbursement for your sessions.

It’s helpful to know that each counselling registration body is different, and insurance coverage can depend on which professional designation your counsellor holds (such as RCC, CCC, or RSW). Because every plan is unique, we recommend checking directly with your provider to confirm what’s included in your coverage.

Our intern counsellors, while highly skilled and closely supervised, are not yet covered by insurance — which is why they offer reduced-rate sessions to help keep support accessible.

For the most part, we do not offer direct billing. After your session, we’ll provide you with a receipt that you can submit to your insurance provider for reimbursement.

If you have any questions, we’re happy to walk you through it during your free 15-minute consultation, so you can feel confident and informed before booking.