Therapeutic Horticulture
What is Therapeutic Horticulture or Gardening?
Therapeutic Horticulture or Gardening is a process in which gardening and horticultural activities are used to promote the health and wellbeing of people of all backgrounds and abilities. At MindEcology we also facilitate opportunities for people to contribute to the health of their local flora, fauna and natural ecologies, through community gardening and environmental restoration projects. This completes the ‘circle’ of human and environmental interdependence, promoting mutual health and wellbeing.
Therapeutic Horticulture is a growing, evidence-based, internationally-recognised discipline. It is practiced in settings such as schools, healthcare, disability and aged-care settings, and in private therapeutic settings such as MindEcology.
Some of the benefits of Therapeutic Horticulture include stress reduction, improved recovery from illness, improved mindful attention, improved self-esteem and self-confidence, and strengthened social connectedness. For more information visit Therapeutic Horticulture Australia.
What types of Therapeutic Horticulture Activities are offered at MindEcology?
- Mindfulness Meditation Practice in Nature
- Sensory Garden
- Horticultural Activities (eg potting & cultivating plants, garden maintenance)
- Therapeutic Garden Design
- Community Gardening Projects
- Environmental Restoration Projects
What qualifications are required to become a Therapeutic Horticulture practitioner?
Full Members of Therapeutic Horticulture Australia must have dual qualifications in both an allied health/social services discipline and horticulture, or equivalent.
What are the Fees & Rebates for Therapeutic Horticulture activities during 2024-2025?
- Fees are as per Clinical Psychology sessions
- Many activities can be included within an individual’s NDIS Plan & funded through NDIS Self-managed Plan funding