Garden Therapy
Humans possess an attraction to nature, a kinship. Being outside can create feelings of appreciation, peace and tranquility. Gardening can heighten those feelings.
After many studies, science is starting to understand that gardening can actually improve health and well-being.
What is
garden therapy?
Garden Therapy, also known as Horticultural Therapy, has been implemented in hospitals, prisons, schools and communities. The American Horticultural Therapy Association (AHTA) defines it as “a discipline that uses plants, gardening activities, and the natural world as vehicles for professionally conducted programs in therapy and rehabilitation.”
Anyone can benefit
Anyone can benefit from garden therapy, but there are many specific groups that can benefit tremendously from therapeutic horticultural programs.
Who benefits most
Including those with physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health problems, senior citizens, those with drug or alcohol problems and juvenile offenders.
Skills and connection
Garden therapy programs can help them develop social, work and numeric skills and offer opportunities for social interaction.
The benefits of
horticultural therapy.
The benefits of horticultural therapy include:
Physical activity
Relaxation and enjoyment
Skill development
Creative expression
Social development
Psychological well-being
Sensory stimulation
Intellectual and personal growth
Garden therapy is one thread
in a fuller picture.
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Holistic Therapies
- Equine-Assisted Therapy
- Yoga
- Guided Meditation
- Gong Sound Healing
- Amino Acid Therapy
- EFT & TFT Tapping
- Exercise
- Fitness & Wellness
- Garden TherapyThis therapy
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