The Medicine of Being in the Forest
Bringing nature to workplace well-being, team wellness retreats & continuing education
Forest Bathing ~ Shinrin Yoku ~ Forest Therapy
Forest Bathing, also called shinrin-yoku or forest therapy, is a rapidly-growing, research-based way of supporting health, happiness, and well-being. Some think of it as Mindfulness in Nature however the practice is also about reacquainting ourselves with our own sense of belonging and our relationships with nature, whatever that may look like for each of us as individuals. Award-winning author, Nadine Mazzola offers a variety of Forest Bathing/Forest Therapy programs such as walks, talks and half-day retreats. New England Nature & Forest Therapy Consulting (NENFT) also provides workshops for organizations and their staff, combining an experiential forest bathing session and a talk on the benefits and uses of forest bathing as a health and wellness tool to reduce stress.

Experience Forest Bathing
Join us for a shinrin-yoku walk--find out what it's all about. Shinrin-yoku is unlike any nature walk you have experience before.

About Forest Bathing
What is Forest Bathing / Shinrin Yoku? The practice and links to a brief introduction to the science of Forest Therapy: curated collection of journalism and research.

Nature-Based Tools
Learn how to incorporate a wide variety of nature-based tools and mindful nature-based techniques into both personal self-care and professional practice
Press and Television
- In Print + Audio - WVIA News, PBS, NPR - The Healing Power of Nature: The Rise of "Forest-Bathing"
- In Print - Boston Globe articles: “Trees? Yes, please. How forest bathing can help you heal”, “The un-hike Forest Bathing for Beginners” and “On the Move column” and in Boston Magazine: “Happiness Grows on Trees”.
- Television - Filmed 30min “Forest Therapy with Dogs” for PBS’ show Windows to the Wild (Season 15 Episode 8)
- Television - Filmed 30min “Forest Bathing” for PBS' show Windows to the Wild (Season 13 Episode 8)
- Television - Featured on ABC, Ch 5 Chronicle “Bringing the Outside In: Forest Bathing”.

Press and Television
- In Print + Audio - WVIA News, PBS, NPR - The Healing Power of Nature: The Rise of "Forest-Bathing"
- In Print - Boston Globe articles: “Trees? Yes, please. How forest bathing can help you heal”, “The un-hike Forest Bathing for Beginners” and “On the Move column” and in Boston Magazine: “Happiness Grows on Trees”.
- Television - Filmed 30min “Forest Therapy with Dogs” for PBS’ show Windows to the Wild (Season 15 Episode 8)
- Television - Filmed 30min “Forest Bathing” for PBS' show Windows to the Wild (Season 13 Episode 8)
- Television - Featured on ABC, Ch 5 Chronicle “Bringing the Outside In: Forest Bathing”.
Nadine has worked with
...Guided, Collaborated and Presented Forest Therapy with:
- New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill
- Peabody Essex Museum
- Mass Horticultural Society
- The Virginia Thurston Healing Garden
- The Trustees of Reservations
- Fruitlands Museum
- and more


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Working with Nadine or Forest Bathing

"Nadine, I wanted to say a big thank you for leading us through such an awesome and unique forest therapy experience. Your energy and guidance created such a grounding moment for the group, and we really appreciated it."
Matthew Vaughan, Director/Writer/Producer for Rotten Science Production Company
"Thanks, Nadine! I heard great things about today’s program from those who joined you. Thanks for continuing to provide wonderful experiences for our guests!"
Catherine Shortliffe, Engagement Manager, Fruitlands Museum


"This was the best thing we've done all year! Thank you!
Charles River, Garden Club
"Nadine, we really enjoyed hosting you here at Beaver and the kids got a lot out of it! I'm looking forward to continuing to work with you in the future."
Alison Livingston, Upper School Science Faculty, Beaver Country Day School

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