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Meditation and Psychotherapy: Learning from Nature – 2025 Update

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Harvard Meditation and Psychotherapy Learning from Nature

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Research shows that connection to nature can have a wide range of benefits, such as improved attention, memory, mood, social interactions, happiness and wellbeing, and reduced stress, anxiety, depression, and chronic disease. Although human beings have evolved with nature, benefit from nature, and are part of nature, modern society is increasingly alienated from the natural world and our environment is in crisis. Eco-anxiety and climate distress are having a significant impact on mental health, especially among young people.

Meditation and psychotherapy can be harnessed to improve our relationship to nature, and nature can have a positive influence on how we meditate and do clinical work. This webinar series explores the importance of nature from a variety of perspectives—scientific, therapeutic, mindfulness, and indigenous. Attendees will learn useful tools and strategies to help their patients realign with, benefit from, and support the natural world. Therapists will also have a chance to explore their own relationship to nature and environmental disruption.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  • Summarize the research supporting the mental and physical health benefits of exposure to nature.
  • Teach their patients mindfulness practices to enhance their sense of connection with nature in urban and rural settings.
  • Guide patients with trauma to alleviate their distress by engaging safely and effectively with the natural world.
  • Engage therapeutically with adults and youth who are experiencing eco-anxiety.
  • Integrate elements of indigenous wisdom into mindfulness practice.
  • Understand and manage the clinician’s own emotional distress associated with climate change.

Let’s take a look at the topics

Here are the topics covered in the Meditation and Psychotherapy Learning from Nature course based on the provided information:

Session Speakers
Mindfulness in Nature Practice – Pathways to Wonder, Wisdom, and Well-Being Mark Coleman
Discussion / Q&A Christopher Germer, PhD; Ronald D. Siegel, PsyD; Zev Schuman-Olivier, MD; Mark Coleman
Mindfully Accessing Earth for Emotion Regulation, Mental Health, and Trauma Recovery Barbara Hamm, PsyD; Zev Schuman-Olivier, MD
Discussion / Q&A Christopher Germer, PhD; Ronald D. Siegel, PsyD; Zev Schuman-Olivier, MD; Barbara Hamm, PsyD
Hearing the Cry of the Earth: Responding Compassionately to Change, Loss, and Disruption Kaira Jewel Lingo, MA
Discussion / Q&A Ronald D. Siegel, PsyD; Zev Schuman-Olivier, MD; Kaira Jewel Lingo, MA
Connecting and Reflecting: Contemplative Practices as a Way of Addressing Eco-Anxiety and Climate Distress Christopher Willard, PsyD; Dekila Chungyalpa
Discussion / Q&A Christopher Germer, PhD; Christopher Willard, PsyD; Dekila Chungyalpa
Indigenous Wisdom and Integration of Mindfulness and Earth Awareness Practices and the Impact on Mental Health Bonnie Duran, DrPH
Discussion / Q&A Ronald D. Siegel, PsyD; Zev Schuman-Olivier, MD; Christopher Germer, PhD; Bonnie Duran, DrPH

Who you will learn from

🎓 Course Directors

Harvard Medical School Continuing Education attracts the best and brightest faculty from all around the world. As a student in this course, you’ll have access to outstanding course directors and faculty.

Course Directors

Name Title & Affiliations
Christopher K. Germer, PhD Faculty and Co-Founder, Center for Mindfulness and Compassion
Supervisor, Department of Psychiatry, Cambridge Health Alliance
Lecturer on Psychiatry (part-time), Harvard Medical School
Faculty, Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy
Co-Developer, Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) Training Program
Private Practice and Supervision, Arlington, MA
Ronald D. Siegel, PsyD Faculty, Center for Mindfulness and Compassion, Cambridge Health Alliance
Assistant Professor of Psychology (part-time), Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School
Faculty, Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy
Zev Schuman-Olivier, MD Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School
Center Director, Center for Mindfulness and Compassion, Cambridge Health Alliance
Director, Mindful Mental Health Service, Cambridge Health Alliance
Director of Addiction Research, Cambridge Health Alliance
Faculty Affiliate, Center for Technology and Behavioral Health, Dartmouth
Karen Kuc, MPH Director, Continuing Education in Psychiatry, Cambridge Health Alliance
Associate in Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

Faculty

Name Title & Affiliations
Dekila Chungyalpa Founder and Director, Loka Initiative
Center for Healthy Minds and Healthy Minds Innovations, University of Wisconsin Madison
Mark Coleman Founder, Awake in the Wild, The Mindfulness Institute, and the Mindfulness Training Institute
Author
Mindfulness Teacher
Consultant
Bonnie Duran, DrPH Professor, School of Social Work
Adjunct Professor, Health Systems and Population Health, School of Public Health
Director, Center for Indigenous Health Research, Indigenous Wellness Research Institute, University of Washington
Barbara Hamm, PsyD Teaching Associate in Psychiatry (part-time), Harvard Medical School
Affiliate, Center for Mindfulness and Compassion, Cambridge Health Alliance
Psychotherapist in Private Practice
Kaira Jewel Lingo, MA Buddhist and Mindfulness Teacher
Author
Christopher Willard, PsyD Psychologist and Educational Consultant
Teaching Associate in Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

🧠 Who Should Enroll?

  • Primary Care Physicians
  • Psychologists
  • Social Workers
  • Counselors
  • Family Therapists
  • Others

Why This Course?

In an era marked by rapid urbanization, climate instability, and rising mental health challenges, many people—patients and clinicians alike—feel increasingly disconnected from the natural world. Yet, research continues to confirm what ancient traditions and indigenous cultures have long known: nature is a profound source of healing.

This course bridges cutting-edge psychological science with timeless wisdom, offering a unique opportunity to:

✅ Reconnect with Nature

Learn how exposure to natural environments can significantly improve mood, reduce stress, and promote emotional regulation—even in urban or clinical settings.

✅ Address Eco-Anxiety and Climate Distress

Understand the psychological impact of climate change—especially on youth—and gain tools to support clients facing ecological grief, fear, and uncertainty.

✅ Heal Through Mindfulness and Earth-Based Practices

Discover how nature can enhance mindfulness, support trauma recovery, and foster a deeper sense of belonging—for both clients and clinicians.

✅ Integrate Indigenous and Contemplative Wisdom

Explore how traditional knowledge and spiritual practices can enrich psychotherapy and restore harmony between humans and the Earth.

✅ Support Your Own Well-Being as a Clinician

Learn to manage your personal feelings of overwhelm, burnout, or despair related to climate change by grounding in earth-connected practices and community wisdom.


Whether you’re a therapist seeking new ways to help your clients, a physician navigating rising levels of patient distress, or a caregiver feeling the weight of ecological uncertainty, this course offers practical, evidence-based, and soulful approaches to support healing—for individuals, communities, and the planet.

Trusted by Neurologists, Psychiatrists, and Psychologists Worldwide

855 Participant

99% Positive rating

Our Happy Clients Say About Us

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Woodrow Rhodes, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
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This course should be required learning for any therapist working today. The integration of mindfulness, trauma recovery, and environmental awareness filled a gap that most clinical programs never touch. It gave me practical interventions and deep personal insights. The faculty was diverse and deeply informed—from Harvard researchers to indigenous leaders. It brought together science and soul in a way that left me inspired and grounded. I’ve already recommended it to several colleagues.
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Deena Lester, MA, Counselor
Mental Health Counselor
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I didn’t expect to be so personally impacted by this course. As a counselor, I’m always searching for fresh ways to connect with clients—and what I found here was a reminder of something ancient: our bond with nature. The sessions with Barbara Hamm and Kaira Jewel Lingo especially stood out. I now integrate more somatic and environmental awareness into my sessions. Clients love it, and so do I. The course was a breath of fresh air—literally and metaphorically.
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Roseann Macdonald, MSW
Social Worker & Mindfulness Facilitator
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What struck me most was how this course nourished both my clinical practice and my inner life. The guided meditations and nature-based reflections helped me reconnect with my own sense of purpose. I’m already using what I learned to help clients who feel disconnected or disempowered by climate change and social upheaval. The content was compassionate, evidence-based, and beautifully delivered. I walked away with tools, insights, and a sense of hope I hadn’t felt in a long time.
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Concepcion Scott, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
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This course came at the perfect time. Many of my clients—especially teens—are grappling with eco-anxiety and a loss of hope. The tools shared here helped me frame those conversations more compassionately and effectively. I was especially moved by the teachings on indigenous wisdom and how mindfulness can be deepened through earth-centered practices. It helped me both professionally and personally. The presenters were knowledgeable, and the discussions were rich and inspiring. I’ll be drawing from this for years.
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Elena Andrews, MD
Primary Care Physician
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The Harvard Meditation and Psychotherapy course helped me reconnect with why I became a doctor in the first place. In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven healthcare system, we often forget the role that environment and connection to nature can play in healing. I now incorporate mindfulness-based techniques into patient education, and the response has been overwhelmingly positive. I also found the lectures on clinician burnout and nature's restorative role especially healing for myself. Truly one of the most holistic and transformative CME experiences I’ve had.
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Everett Fields, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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This course exceeded every expectation I had. As someone who often works with clients dealing with trauma and anxiety, I found the integration of nature-based mindfulness practices incredibly refreshing and immediately applicable. The section on eco-anxiety was especially timely—I’ve already used the strategies shared in Week 4 with two young clients overwhelmed by climate grief. The faculty brought such authenticity and depth, and I appreciated the balance between science, therapy, and spiritual insight. Highly recommend for clinicians looking to expand their therapeutic toolkit in meaningful ways.

8 reviews for Meditation and Psychotherapy: Learning from Nature – 2025 Update

  1. Francis Buchanan
    This course renewed my passion for psychotherapy. The balance of research, contemplative practices, and clinician self-care gave me a fresh perspectiv...More
    This course renewed my passion for psychotherapy. The balance of research, contemplative practices, and clinician self-care gave me a fresh perspective during a time I really needed it.
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    Juanita Mueller
    The weekly sessions were rich with wisdom. I especially valued the parts on mindfulness in urban settings, as most of my clients don’t have access to ...More
    The weekly sessions were rich with wisdom. I especially valued the parts on mindfulness in urban settings, as most of my clients don’t have access to natural environments. Practical, inclusive, and healing.
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    Olga Mcclain
    As a social worker, this course gave me the tools to address climate grief and emotional exhaustion in ways I hadn’t considered before. It's rare to f...More
    As a social worker, this course gave me the tools to address climate grief and emotional exhaustion in ways I hadn’t considered before. It's rare to find a program so aligned with both professional and personal growth.
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    Rochelle Peters
    I’ve started using nature-based techniques introduced in the course, and my clients are responding so well. The Harvard faculty delivered thoughtful c...More
    I’ve started using nature-based techniques introduced in the course, and my clients are responding so well. The Harvard faculty delivered thoughtful content that felt both grounded and inspiring.
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    Michele Moody
    An absolutely enriching course. I walked away with new strategies for both myself and my clients. The recorded format made it flexible, and the topics...More
    An absolutely enriching course. I walked away with new strategies for both myself and my clients. The recorded format made it flexible, and the topics were deeply moving and practical.
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    Isabella Moyer
    I appreciated the inclusion of indigenous perspectives and how mindfully it was presented. This course helped me rethink how I approach therapy in the...More
    I appreciated the inclusion of indigenous perspectives and how mindfully it was presented. This course helped me rethink how I approach therapy in the context of our environment and climate concerns.
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    Julianne Parks
    I’ve taken many continuing education courses, but this one stands out for its depth and relevance. The faculty are genuine experts, and the focus on e...More
    I’ve taken many continuing education courses, but this one stands out for its depth and relevance. The faculty are genuine experts, and the focus on eco-anxiety is incredibly timely. Highly recommend it for mental health professionals.
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    Helena Mcclure
    This course was a powerful experience that bridged my clinical practice with my personal healing journey. The integration of nature, mindfulness, and ...More
    This course was a powerful experience that bridged my clinical practice with my personal healing journey. The integration of nature, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapy was beautifully done. Every module brought practical insights I could use right away.
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