Forest Therapy Victoria
Professional Development
Learn how to incorporate the theoretical and practical elements of Forest Therapy into your therapeutic practice.
Professional Development in Forest Therapy
Learn to incorporate nature based interventions into your therapeutic practice.
Join us for a transformative professional development experience at Manna Gum Studio in Croydon Hills. Tailored for counsellors, psychologists, and social workers seeking to maintain professional accreditation, this four-hour session combines theory and practice in a relaxing, immersive setting.
Beginning with an hour of theory where you’ll explore the latest research in Forest Therapy, followed by a three-hour practical experience that introduces you to some Forest Therapy interventions, this workshop offers a unique and enriching way to enhance your counselling skills.
Recognised by the Australian Counselling Association, Forest Therapy Victoria’s PD workshops are designed to be both informative and restorative. With a small group size limited to just eight participants, each session ensures a personal and intimate learning environment.
Bookings for 2026 are now open, and spots fill up quickly. Reserve your place today by clicking here.
For inquiries about in-house professional development tailored to your team or workplace, please contact us through our website.
What the Course Covers
The course content changes based on the needs of those participating at the time. We do our best to customise each course to maximise the benefit to your work.
However, all courses will cover this basic outline:
- A History of Shinrin-yoku
- Health Benefits of Forest Therapy
- A Theoretical Framework
- Forest Therapy & Counselling Modalities
- Considerations for Your Practice
- Safety Considerations
- Practical Experience in using nature based interventions
The course runs in Melbourne every two months from February, with registrations open now for 2026. Note that places are limited to eight for each course and tend to sell out quickly.
To book your place for “Using Forest Therapy in your Counselling Practice”, please click here.
Dates for 2026 (Melbourne)
Wednesday 25th February, 10am – 2pm
Manna Gum Studio/Narr-Maen Wetlands, Croydon Hills
Wednesday 22nd April, 10am – 2pm
Manna Gum Studio/Narr-Maen Wetlands, Croydon Hills
Wednesday 24th June, 10am – 2pm
Manna Gum Studio/Narr-Maen Wetlands, Croydon Hills
Wednesday 19th August, 10am – 2pm
Manna Gum Studio/Narr-Maen Wetlands, Croydon Hills
Wednesday 28th October, 10am – 2pm
Manna Gum Studio/Narr-Maen Wetlands, Croydon Hills
Wednesday 9th December, 10am – 2pm
Manna Gum Studio/Narr-Maen Wetlands, Croydon Hills
