Direct HT Services

Direct horticultural therapy services include integrated allied health partnerships, community wellbeing workshops, and youth-focused programming that use interactive, plant-based experiences to support mental health, connection, and whole-person development.

Services can take place in public or private gardens, community green spaces, or partner sites, with alternative locations available to book for those without access to their own space.

Allied Health Partnership Sessions

Collaborative, integrated care

ecothera partners with healthcare providers, social service agencies, and care teams to integrate horticultural therapy into broader treatment plans. Services are designed to complement existing clinical or therapeutic supports, enhancing outcomes through nature-based interventions.

Partnership offerings include:

  • Program integration within clinical or community settings
  • Collaborative goal-setting and client care planning
  • Progress reporting and shared documentation
  • Flexible referral and self-referral pathways
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Community Wellbeing Workshops

ecothera offers therapeutic horticulture and nature-based workshops that support well-being, creativity, and social connection. Programs are tailored to group needs and can be delivered in libraries, community centres, workplaces, schools, and other local spaces.

Workshop Approach:
Workshops follow a flexible structure of guided interactive activities and reflection, with all materials, facilitation, and cleanup provided.

Workshop Offerings:

  • Floral design & seasonal arrangements
  • Nature-based crafts & mindfulness activities
  • Accessible gardening & seasonal planting
  • Storytelling & community connection

Wellbeing Outcomes:

  • Reduced stress and anxiety
  • Enhanced creativity, connection, and confidence
  • Meaningful engagement with nature
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Children and Youth Programming

ecothera offers horticultural therapy and nature-based learning programs that support mental health, life skills, and environmental awareness for children and youth. Sessions combine hands-on, sensory-rich activities with reflection to foster confidence, connection, and well-being.

Program Options:

  • Classroom workshops and multi-session series
  • Small group support sessions for mental health or learning needs
  • Family and community engagement events

Learning Themes:
Gardening & food literacy, botany & nature science, creative arts, mindfulness, and student-led stewardship

Benefits for Students:
Improved focus, reduced stress, enhanced social skills, confidence, and environmental awareness

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