Nature and forest therapy guides have received training from the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (ANFT). There are several guides in Pennsylvania. Guides provide a framework and space so that participants can explore, connect, and discover. In addition, guides keep track of the time so participants can loose track of time and be fully present. Nature and forest therapy is rooted in Jungian psychology, Ecopsychology, and Shinrin yoku. The Japanize phrase "Shinrin yoku" translates to English as "forest bathing" and means to take in the forest atmosphere with all of ones senses. This was first defined in 1982 by Akiyama Tomohide, director of the Japan Forestry Agency. The term "forest therapy" was first used in 2003 by Miyazaki Yoshifumi, who studied the physiological and psychological effects of forest immersion experiences. Forest therapy, as facilitated by an ANFT guide, is more than a walk in the woods, it is the intentional slowing down in nature to increase well-being and connection with oneself and the natural world.
Michele Burton, Pine Grove Furnace State Park, PA
Sandi D., Pittsburg PA [email protected]
Justin Ferko, Wild Spirit Paths, LLC Earth-to-Earth Companionship Guide for Your Life Path Schedule a Session Here www.wildspiritpaths.com [email protected]
​Jodi Good, Nature and Forest Therapy LLC, Lancaster PA
Jess Gregan, Wild Philadelphia, Philadelphia PA
Lucy Heggenstaller, Wild by Nature, central PA (570) 295-9469
Douglas Jones Ph.D., https://www.forestbathingfinder.com/guide-profile/dajdaj/
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For times and dates of remote forest therapy walks offered by guides around the world click on this link (many walks are free for healthcare professionals):  
​https://www.natureandforesttherapy.earth/virtual-forest-therapy-walks or
To find walks or guides near you: https://www.forestbathingfinder.com/