Nature Is Nurture: Counseling and the Natural World

Author:   Megan E. Delaney (Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor, Department of Professional Counseling, Monmouth University)
Publisher:   Oxford University Press Inc
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9780190849764


Pages:   280
Publication Date:   24 January 2020
Format:   Paperback
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"""From foraging and hunting for food to (more recently) finding solace and peace in a beautiful vista, humans have long interacted with the natural world. Though a connection to nature runs deep in our DNA, however, people of the modern age are indoors almost 93% of the day. With that said, there is a growing evidence suggests that the natural world promotes mental and physical well-being, including stress relief, improved mood, and neurological benefits. Ecotherapy, a steadily developing but lesser-known construct in mental health, explores the reciprocal relationship humans have with nature and its capacity to build strength and provide healing. Nature Is Nurture provides an overview of the theoretical concepts and empirical bases of ecotherapy via historical considerations and recent research within the discipline. Chapters share practical ways to incorporate ecotherapy with children, adults, and veteran populations; within schools; and in group work. Descriptions of modalities such as animal-assisted, equine-assisted, horticultural, forest-bathing, green-exercise, and adventure-based therapy are also included alongside case examples, techniques, and practical and ethical considerations. In examining the impact of improved physical and mental wellness for all clients, this book provides counselors, therapists, social workers, and psychologists with the knowledge and techniques to infuse ecotherapy into everyday practice."""

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Author:   Megan E. Delaney (Assistant Professor, Assistant Professor, Department of Professional Counseling, Monmouth University)
Publisher:   Oxford University Press Inc
Imprint:   Oxford University Press Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 23.40cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 15.50cm
Weight:   0.398kg
ISBN:  

9780190849764


ISBN 10:   0190849762
Pages:   280
Publication Date:   24 January 2020
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   To order   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

Preface Acknowledgments Contributors Part I. Counseling With Nature: An Overview Chapter 1. The Health Power of the Natural World Megan E. Delaney Chapter 2. Ecotherapy: Applied Ecopsychology Megan E. DelaneyL Part II. Counseling and Nature: Interventions for Counselors in Everyday Practice Chapter 3. Nature and Play: Ecotherapy With Children Megan E. Delaney Chapter 4. Ecotherapy With Adults: Reclaiming Relationships and Connecting to the Natural World Megan E. Delaney Chapter 5. Group Work in the Natural World Sarah Springer, Emmi McCauley, and Mallory Sheklian Chapter 6. Incorporating Nature in School Settings Jason Duffy and Miranda Brumber Chapter 7. Nature-Based Interventions for Veterans Nicole M. Arcuri Sanders and Kellie Forziat-Pytel Chapter 8. Ecospirituality Joanne Jodry and Merritt Reid with Rashmi Kamath Talpady Chapter 9. Ecotherapy Interventions Leve Hogan and Megan Delaney Chapter 10. Integrating Ecotherapy Into Counselor Education Megan Delaney Chapter 11. Becoming an Ecotherapist Megan Delaney

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Nature Is Nurture awakens the counseling profession's dormant connection with nature. Dr. Delaney provides an accessible, self-reflective, and practical guide on ecotherapy. Concrete case vignettes and tangible ideas for incorporating the natural world into counseling and therapy make this book a must-read for counselors and therapists ardent to discover the art and science of ecotherapy. -- Ryan F. Reese, PhD, Assistant Professor, College of Education, Oregon State University - Cascades Dr. Megan Delaney provides a theoretically grounded, practical, and delightful guide to counseling and the healing power of the natural world. Ranging from play therapy to working with veterans to implications for counselor educators, this book is a warm, thoughtful, and accessible resource for anyone interested in partnering with nature in their clinical work or classrooms. Wonderful, and such a gift to our profession. -- Debbie C. Sturm, PhD, LPC, Associate Professor, Department of Graduate Psychology, James Madison University In Nature Is Nuture, Megan Delaney integrates her experience using ecotherapy with clients to inspire readers to consider their own experiences in nature and how they might integrate ecotherapy in counseling. Throughout her book, she balances theory with application with the integration of techniques and case studies for multiple populations in various settings. -- Jacqueline M. Swank, PhD, LMHC, LCSW, RPT-S, Associate Professor of Counselor Education, University of Florida


Nature Is Nurture awakens the counseling profession's dormant connection with nature. Dr. Delaney provides an accessible, self-reflective, and practical guide on ecotherapy. Concrete case vignettes and tangible ideas for incorporating the natural world into counseling and therapy make this book a must-read for counselors and therapists ardent to discover the art and science of ecotherapy. -- Ryan F. Reese, PhD, Assistant Professor, College of Education, Oregon State University - Cascades Dr. Megan Delaney provides a theoretically grounded, practical, and delightful guide to counseling and the healing power of the natural world. Ranging from play therapy to working with veterans to implications for counselor educators, this book is a warm, thoughtful, and accessible resource for anyone interested in partnering with nature in their clinical work or classrooms. Wonderful, and such a gift to our profession. -- Debbie C. Sturm, PhD, LPC, Associate Professor, Department of Graduate Psychology, James Madison University In Nature Is Nuture, Megan Delaney integrates her experience using ecotherapy with clients to inspire readers to consider their own experiences in nature and how they might integrate ecotherapy in counseling. Throughout her book, she balances theory with application with the integration of techniques and case studies for multiple populations in various settings. -- Jacqueline M. Swank, PhD, LMHC, LCSW, RPT-S, Associate Professor of Counselor Education, University of Florida


In Nature Is Nuture, Megan Delaney integrates her experience using ecotherapy with clients to inspire readers to consider their own experiences in nature and how they might integrate ecotherapy in counseling. Throughout her book, she balances theory with application with the integration of techniques and case studies for multiple populations in various settings. * Jacqueline M. Swank, PhD, LMHC, LCSW, RPT-S, Associate Professor of Counselor Education, University of Florida * Dr. Megan Delaney provides a theoretically grounded, practical, and delightful guide to counseling and the healing power of the natural world. Ranging from play therapy to working with veterans to implications for counselor educators, this book is a warm, thoughtful, and accessible resource for anyone interested in partnering with nature in their clinical work or classrooms. Wonderful, and such a gift to our profession. * Debbie C. Sturm, PhD, LPC, Associate Professor, Department of Graduate Psychology, James Madison University * Nature Is Nurture awakens the counseling profession's dormant connection with nature. Dr. Delaney provides an accessible, self-reflective, and practical guide on ecotherapy. Concrete case vignettes and tangible ideas for incorporating the natural world into counseling and therapy make this book a must-read for counselors and therapists ardent to discover the art and science of ecotherapy. * Ryan F. Reese, PhD, Assistant Professor, College of Education, Oregon State University - Cascades *


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Megan E. Delaney, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Professional Counseling at Monmouth University.

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