CErTification & Practicum

A 5 MONTH JOURNEY STARTS JANUARY 2025

We’re thrilled to offer the Nature Therapy Guide Certification Program, the first of its kind at Just Love Forest. This program is designed for those seeking to deepen their personal connection with nature, learn to hold space for others, and—if desired—become certified to guide transformative experiences as part of the Just Love Forest team.

What This Experience Entails

The program consists of ten online modules, blending intellectual exploration, spiritual experience, and practical skills. Participants will engage with:

- The philosophy and practices of nature therapy.

- Storytelling, plant knowledge, and foraging.

- The cycles of life through green burial practices.

This journey is about more than training—it’s a path of personal transformation and authentic connection with the forest and its wisdom.

Three Pathways to Connection and Certification

1. Participant Level

For those looking to expand their knowledge:

- Access all 10 modules with guided practices and PDFs.

- Deepen understanding of the interconnectedness of nature.

- Flexible engagement with no additional commitments.

2. Practitioner Level

For those seeking experiential learning:

- Access all Participant-level content.

- Attend all in-person Zoom sessions on the following dates and times:

- Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM ET

- Dates: January 8th, 22nd, February 5th, 19th, March 5th, 19th, April 2nd, 16th, April 30th, and May 28th.

- Undertake a 1-3 day solo forest experience tailored to personal goals (optional fasting included).

- Participate in group discussions and hands-on practice in the forest.

3. Guide Level

For those aspiring to guide others:

- Access all Practitioner-level content.

- Complete a practicum by designing and leading a unique forest therapy experience.

- Pass a written and oral exam to gain certification.

- Join the Just Love Forest team as a certified guide.

Modules of Connection and Learning

Each module explores a unique aspect of nature therapy:

1. The Stories of the Forest – Discover the rich history of Just Love Forest and learn to share its stories in a meaningful way.

2. Open-Hearted Devotional Hospitality – Learn to welcome visitors and guide them to their "edge" for growth and connection.

3. Core Nature Therapy Practices – Study the principles of guiding forest walks and creating transformative spaces.

4. Plant Knowledge and Foraging – Explore medicinal plants, tea-making, and sustainable foraging with resident expert Josh Wayne.

5. Green Burial and the Cycle of Life – Understand the processes and reverence of green burial with death doula Lee Pratt.

Program Features and Requirements

Format: Online modules accessed through the Just Love Forest website at your own pace / Online Zoom sessions, bi-weekly Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM ET.

- Zoom Dates: January 8th, 22nd, February 5th, 19th, March 5th, 19th, April 2nd, 16th, April 30th, and May 28th.

- First 40 Days: Daily “sit spot” practice in a natural environment near your home.

- Optional 3-Day Forest Isolation Experience: Deepen your connection with nature in a supported forest retreat. Available to all participants after April 1st for an additional cost of $300.

- Certification Exam: Required for Guide Level participants, including a written and oral assessment.

RECIPROCITY

- $550 upfront or $125 per month (January–June).

- Optional 3-day forest isolation experience: $300.

Join the Journey

This program offers a unique opportunity to deepen your connection to nature, grow in community, and learn the skills to guide others. Whether you wish to engage for personal growth or pursue certification, this journey is an invitation to align with the sacred rhythms of the forest and the interdependence of all life.

To learn more or if you have questions email Bala@justloveforest.com