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Curriculum
CERTIFICATE IN APPLIED ECOPSYCHOLOGY*
with a focus in either Forest Ecotherapy Facilitation or Forest Therapy Leadership
In this in-depth, integrated, experiential, in-person and online learning curriculum you will learn and develop your skills in:
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The Philosophical and Scientific Roots
deep ecology • ecopsychology • global animistic & nature-based spiritual systems • archetypes of the cosmic tree/world tree • nature mysticism • ecological identity • biophilia vs. biophobia • cultivating ally-ship with the more-than-human world Forest Bathing/shinrin-yoku • Japanese and Global Forest Medicine research • the extended family of related nature & eco-therapies |
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Branch 1: Naturalist Knowledge
& Ecoliteracy Skills forest ecology • tree biology • forests and climate change • bioregionalism • reading the landscape • flora & fauna of the forest • wild ethics • phenology • identification & ethical wild crafting of edible plants • naturalist teaching methods • native science & indigenous perspectives |
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Branch 2: Multi-Sensory Awareness Skills
physical and energetic aspects of the five senses • beyond the five senses: energetic/trans-dimensional senses • developing your intuition • listening & attuning to the more-than-human world • the science of tree aromatherapy • mindful & ethical interaction • creative processes • sound, silence and singing • drum journeying • relationship with the elements of earth, wind, fire and water • body contact with the earth • tree climbing |
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Branch 3: Outdoor & Professional
communication skills • being a guest in nature • knowing the terrain • therapy dynamics • facilitation skills with individuals vs. groups • preparing yourself, participants & place • holding space • awareness & opportunities • boundaries & edges • orientation & time management • safety & hazards • wild ethics • liability • council, mirroring and deep listening practices • transitions & closures • the art of play • the art of storytelling • moonlight and night sessions |
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Branch 4: Nature-Based Ceremony
rites-of passage journey • bridging the more-than-human world • elements of ritual • preparing & holding sacred space & time • setting intentions • liminal states of consciousness • thresholds • gratitude, reciprocity & service • authenticity, humility, sincerity & integrity • making offerings • sacred tool kits • ephemeral art & creative processes • incorporation, integration & ongoing support |
PROGRAM COMMITMENT:
SCHEDULE: 2021 Certificate Program Intensive Dates To Be Announced
~2020 Program and Monthly One-on-One Mentoring is currently on hold~
LOCATION: Based in Sonoma County, California, with camping (weather permitting) at various forest ecosystem locations in Northern California
+ Some Online Modules
+ Opportunity for additional travel to forests around the world (at additional cost).
COST: 2021 Cost To Be Announced
~2020 Program and Monthly One-on-One Mentoring is currently on hold~
LOCATION: Based in Sonoma County, California, with camping (weather permitting) at various forest ecosystem locations in Northern California
+ Some Online Modules
+ Opportunity for additional travel to forests around the world (at additional cost).
COST: 2021 Cost To Be Announced
PROGRAM COMPONENTS:
—Field Intensives: The roots of Forest Ecotherapy along with Experiential Skills of the Four Branches will be explored at various forest locations in Northern California. Some sessions include guest presenters and hands-on workshops. Opportunities for additional international trips to forests around the world, including Japan.
—Online Modules: Aspects of the program will be available online.
—Personal Practice: As part of their course of study, Students will develop their own personal practice of connecting with nature, sensory awareness, and personal inquiry of ecological identity.
—Learning Resources: Students will be provided with additional supporting materials of theory and practice through Readings, Videos, Web Resources, Experiential Assignments, and Journal Questions.
—Outcomes & Final Project: Students will be guided to create their personally-tailored Forest Ecotherapy Facilitator's Tool Chest. The Program culminates in an oral demonstration of competency and Final Project of demonstrating practice and leadership in an applicable field.
*Certification: Upon completion of requirements, students with receive a Certificate in Applied Ecopsychology—with a focus in either Forest Ecotherapy Facilitation or Forest Therapy Leadership—from the International Ecopsychology Society.
—Field Intensives: The roots of Forest Ecotherapy along with Experiential Skills of the Four Branches will be explored at various forest locations in Northern California. Some sessions include guest presenters and hands-on workshops. Opportunities for additional international trips to forests around the world, including Japan.
—Online Modules: Aspects of the program will be available online.
—Personal Practice: As part of their course of study, Students will develop their own personal practice of connecting with nature, sensory awareness, and personal inquiry of ecological identity.
—Learning Resources: Students will be provided with additional supporting materials of theory and practice through Readings, Videos, Web Resources, Experiential Assignments, and Journal Questions.
—Outcomes & Final Project: Students will be guided to create their personally-tailored Forest Ecotherapy Facilitator's Tool Chest. The Program culminates in an oral demonstration of competency and Final Project of demonstrating practice and leadership in an applicable field.
*Certification: Upon completion of requirements, students with receive a Certificate in Applied Ecopsychology—with a focus in either Forest Ecotherapy Facilitation or Forest Therapy Leadership—from the International Ecopsychology Society.
