If you have a deep love of nature, and desire to feel more connected to yourself and the wider web of life, this program is for you.

In The Rooted Self, we explore the profound relationship between nature and our bodies through ecosomatic practice.

Through two core modules, we learn how to re-pattern automatic nervous system responses through relationship with nature, weaving the regulatory effects of nature connection into our bodies.

We also learn how to step into the relational field and create authentic connection with the sentience of nature through somatic awareness.

Embodied nature connection has powerful regulatory effects on our nervous system, and science is now catching up to what ancient, earth-based cultures have always known: nature is aware, communicative, and an integral part of our well-being.

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Fridays Nov 7th - Dec 17th 2025

1 pm EST/10 am PST

7 x 2hr classes

*Sliding Scale Payment Option*

Course Delivery:

• 7 x 2hr live online sessions over 7 weeks

• Sessions are recorded if you cannot make it live

• Material is provided through a blend of comprehensive theory, embodied mindfulness practice, guided somatic visualization, and personal practice suggestions

Program Outline:

Week 1: Introduction, Grounding and Pacing with Nature

• Intro to ecosomatic theory, and explanation of engaging neuroplasticity guided by nature
• Leaning into the pace of nature and the body through slowness and grounding

• Coherence and brain wave states in relation to nature

• The importance of embodied, sensory awareness

Week 2: Tending the Nervous System with Nature

• Anchoring into a felt sense of safety as guided by nature
• Co-regulation with nature
• Navigating strong emotions and stress with the support of nature
• Exploring attention restoration in natural settings

Week 3: The Ecosomatics of Soul Tending

• Forming attachment bonds with nature, and engaging the relational sense
• Partnering with nature to activate the mature aspect of self
• Being witnessed and seen by nature
• Exploring the regulatory effects of awe and beauty in the natural world

Week 4: Engaging the Somatic Imaginal

• Engaging with the right-brained, somatic, and imaginal awareness of the body in communication with nature (learn more below)

• Mindfulness and presence to develop the ability to listen to nature through our bodies
• A study of the relational field
• Understanding how active listening to the body and nature can create calm, safety, and nervous system regulation

Week 5: Depth Communication with Nature

• Becoming aware of your embodied responses to nature through interoception
• Recognizing and working with these inner sensations as relationship-forming
• Deepening into the detail (or granularity), of felt sensation

• Working with imagery and other imaginal sensations that arise from somatic impressions in relation to nature

• Making meaning from felt sensations in response to nature; nature as mirror

Week 6: Nature as Guide

• Learning how to recognize which natural beings are calling to you, and offering wisdom and guidance

• Techniques for engaging neuroplasticity; wiring relationship with nature into our bodies
• Navigating the inner landscape, and somatic resourcing with nature imagery

Week 7, Final Class:

Reciprocity, Integration and Next Steps

• Reciprocity and gratitude as integral to ecosmatic practice
• Exploring service, creating offerings, and ritual
• Integrating your learning - what insights have you received through creating depth relationship and nervous system tending practice with nature?
• Determining a consistent practice unique to your relationship with nature
• Further resources

What is the Somatic Imaginal, and how do we use it in this course?

In somatic work, we tune into our embodied awareness, which can often arise as imagery, felt sensation, and inner knowing.

This allows us to understand voice of the body, which can also be understood as the right-brain, implicit knowing and memory, and/or the unconscious.

Embodied practice leads us into this awareness, which is key in communicating with nature's sentience. Nature speaks to us through our bodies, and it is through somatic practice that we can begin to hear nature's voice.

This program is designed to show you how to develop your own unique way of relating to nature and increasing your capacity for somatic experience through depth nature connection practice.

The most important part of the material is learning how it applies to you personally, and how you can be in relationship with nature in ways that feel authentic and genuine.

If you have long had a love of nature, but lack language and intentional practice around this, The Rooted Self offers a full range of somatic tools to develop your relationship with nature through embodied awareness.

FAQ:

Who is this for?

This course is designed for anyone who has an interest in somatics and nature connection, and may particularly appeal to:

• Forest Therapy Guides
• Meditation Teachers
• Forest School Instructors
• Social Workers, Counsellors & Therapists
• Somatic Practitioners/Coaches
• Holistic Health Practitioners
• Those looking to expand stress and anxiety management tools
• Those with a a spiritual connection to nature
• Those who experience guidance/receives signs & meaning from nature, and wish to form a solid understanding of how this works

Is this similar to therapy, or a trauma healing program?

No, this is not a therapeutic program and is not intended to diagnose or treat any mental or physical health condition.

It is an educational program designed to teach students how to connect with nature for stress management, and to develop nature connection practice.

Is this a training program with a certificate?

While this program is designed for personal practice and there is no certificate for attending, if you are a somatic coach/wellness practitioner, licensed mental health practitioner, or work with nature connection in some capacity, you will be able to apply some of the teachings and skills learned in your work. Please ensure you are working in line with your scope of practice and licensure.

What if I can't attend live?

All sessions are recorded, so you can watch at your own pace.

How long do I have access to this program?

Access is guaranteed for at least one year from the start date - if this may be an issue, please let me know and we will find a solution.

Do I need to spend a lot of time in nature to do this program?

Ideally, spending at least 1-2 hours in nature each week throughout the program will be very beneficial for your learning.

If you are not able to achieve this, the program is still doable, and I will be able to assist in helping you get the most out of the material if you do not have easy access to nature.

How much time per week does this program require?

Each live class is 2 hours, plus approx. 1 hour of personal practice time per week.

This equals 21 hours overall.

If it is right for you, you can spend a lot more time deepening into the material - this is just a baseline.

How much group interaction is expected?

Each live class will offer the opportunity for personal sharing.

This is entirely voluntary.

If you are experiencing particularly personal concerns in relation to the material, I am available for limited support outside of class during the program.

I am struggling with the cost, what are the options?

There is a sliding scale option! The minimum cost is $97 USD, with the program valued at $267 USD.

What is the refund policy?

A full refund is available up until 2 days before the class.

A half refund is available after the first class - please reach out with any questions to determine if it is right for you before joining, if you feel it is needed:

natureawakened@gmail.com

What is your background?

I have many years of personal, academic, and professional experience in nature connection work, social work and counselling practice, and somatic work. Learn more about me here.

Wondering what it's like to work with me? Here is what participants have said about my previous work and classes:

If you have any questions, please reach out! I love to connect with my community, and can be found on IG @awaken.to.nature, or via email:

natureawakened@gmail.com

Disclaimer: this is not a therapeutic program, and does not diagnose or treat any mental or physical health conditions, or trauma. This program is an educational approach to the intersection of somatic skill building, embodiment and mindfulness practice, and nature connection for nervous system regulation and stress management.