Therapeutic Horticulture + DBT
Discover simple, meaningful ways to use plants as tools for mindfulness, grounding, and emotional regulation in clinical practice. This class introduces therapists to Therapeutic Horticulture interventions that help clients slow down, connect with the present moment, and practice coping skills through hands-on, nature-inspired experiences. No plant or DBT experience necessary.
What You’ll Learn
This training includes 120 minutes of structured instructional content covering:
- Foundations of Horticultural Therapy:Â Clinical scope, mechanisms of sensory engagement, and theoretical foundations, including Attention Restoration, Stress Reduction, and Biophilia.
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Applied Plant-Based Mindfulness: Somatic engagement, adapting plant-based tools for anxiety, trauma, ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and structuring 5–15 minute interventions within sessions.
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Ethical Integration: Addressing scope-of-practice boundaries, safety considerations, documentation standards, and integration of plant-based mindfulness with CBT, DBT, and trauma-focused treatments while preserving fidelity to core treatment components.
Workshop Location
West Bottoms Plant Co.
1501 West 12th St, KCMO, 64101
Inside The 12th Street Post
If you have accessibility questions or would like to discuss accommodation needs, please reach out to [email protected], prior to the event.
Register Now
Ready to cultivate mindfulness in your therapy practice with the healing power of plants? Register now to secure your spot in this special workshop. Don’t miss the chance to grow your skills and enhance your sessions – reserve your seat today and join a community of plant-loving professionals bringing new life to their therapy practice!
