Nature-Based Allied Health Practice
Author: by Amy Wagenfeld (Author), Shannon Marder (Author)
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date: 2023-10-19
Language: English
Print Length: 352 pages
ISBN-10: 1805010085
ISBN-13: 9781805010081
Book Description
The benefits of interacting with nature for our social, cognitive, and physical wellbeing are well documented. But how practical is it to take therapy into nature, or bring nature into therapy?
This evidence-based and accessible guide demonstrates easily workable, creative, tried-and-tested strategies for bringing nature into therapy. It includes simple and fun ready-to-go activity ideas. Using the life-course as a framework, the authors highlight the impact of nature at every stage of human development. From younger children to older adults, anyone can benefit from outdoor therapy, and different therapeutic offerings can be adapted to suit most individuals and groups. Resources are included to help assess a program's readiness to incorporate nature, create plans to take therapy outdoors (or bring the outside in), and evaluate the impact it could have for patients or clients.
With testimonials from service users who have felt the benefits of nature-based practices, and case studies highlighting excellence in practice from health and social care professionals across various fields, this book will inspire and empower allied health and mental health practitioners to take their therapy practice outdoors.
Review
Nature-Based Allied Health Practice: Creative and Evidence Based Strategies will surely become a mainstay textbook for all allied health professionals seeking to move their services outdoors as a critical element of the green transition. The UN declared access to clean and healthy environments a universal human right in July 2022 recognising the fundamental importance to health and wellbeing. Building on this even further, the creative and evidence-based strategies in this book highlight how nature is also essential for respite and recovery for people around the world. Thanks to the efforts of authors Amy Wagenfeld and Shannon Marder we now have even stronger tools to not only ensure that everyone has access to clean and healthy environments but can also enjoy their full therapeutic potential.--Filip Maric, PT, PhD, Associate Professor, Founder and Executive Chair of the Environmental Physiotherapy Association.
Prepare to be inspired and enlightened by the fusion of evidence-based approaches and the healing wisdom of nature found within the pages of this beautiful and extraordinary book.--Dr. Charles Christiansen Professor Emeritus and former Dean, School of Health Professions The University of Texas Medical Branch, and retired CEO, American Occupational Therapy Foundation
Amy Wagenfeld and Shannon Marder present an inspiring book that focuses on the health, therapeutic and educational benefits of taking activities outside in the natural environment.
The authors provide thoughtfully organized chapters that detail the developmental tasks and health benefits gained for people of all age groups adolescents, young adults, adults, older adults, children and families. Guidelines about how to evaluate programs as well as in-depth readiness guides for starting programs are covered in detail. The book is based on evidence-based research, and supported with case narratives and testimonials from passionate people and providers who have taken activities outside with positive results. This book is a must read for anyone interested in gaining a solid understanding of the many health benefits from taking programs outside.--Dr. Lolly Tai, Professor of Landscape Architecture
In a time of profound mental health needs,
Nature-Based Allied Health Practice is just what the doctor ordered to help all our patients heal and thrive.--Mona Hanna-Attisha, Flint MI pediatrician and author of What the Eyes Don't See: A Story of Crisis, Resistance, and Hope in an American City
Nature-Based Allied Health Practice: Creative and Evidence-Based Strategies will transform your perception of the power of nature and its infinite possibilities as a therapeutic tool. Utilizing their extensive knowledge, authors Amy Wagenfeld and Shannon Marder inspire readers to take therapy outdoors (or bring it inside) to increase cognitive function, regulate the sensory systems, and strengthen family ties. This evidence-based and accessible guide is a must-read for those interested in interacting with nature for social, cognitive, and physical well-being. Teeming with anecdotes, scientific research, and practical tips, Nature-Based Allied Health Practice educates and inspires while providing a fresh approach.--Amy KD Tobik, Editor-in-Chief, Exceptional Needs Today
Amy and Shannon's inspiring resource
beautifully combines theory, evidence, and real life examples of nature based therapy. It uniquely positions nature based therapy as an evidence based intervention across the life span, empowering allied health professionals to confidently partner with nature for the wellbeing of our clients, communities and ourselves!--Bronwyn Panter, Nature Occupational Therapist
Book Description
Practical strategies and inspiration for incorporating nature into a range of therapeutic practices
About the Author
Amy Wagenfeld is an Occupational Therapist, an educator, researcher and author, and principal of Amy Wagenfeld Design, a therapeutic design consultancy. Amy is a fellow of the AOTA, and has accreditations for evidence-based design, environmental modifications and healthcare garden design. She was recently awarded the AOTA Recognition of Achievement for her unique blending of occupational therapy and therapeutic design and the ASLA Outstanding Service Award. Amy is passionate about providing all people equitable, inclusive, and safe access to health promoting environments. Shannon Marder is an Occupational Therapist. She develops programs and curriculums for various age groups and education levels. She is eager to educate horticulture enthusiasts about public health and chronic conditions. She speaks at conferences and is a member of AOTA.
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