Resources
I believe that wellbeing grows from curiosity, reflection, and connection—with ourselves, others, and the living world. These resources are thoughtfully selected to support reflection, deepen your understanding of health and wellness, and explore the benefits of nature-based practices. They include books, research, organizations, and tools that align with the work I do.
Books & Literature
Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Wall Kimmerer
Explores our relationship with the natural world through science, culture, and story, emphasizing reciprocity and belonging.
The Nature Fix, by Florence Williams
Evidence-based research showing how spending time in nature improves mental and physical wellbeing.
Changing to Thrive, by James & Janice Prochaska
A foundational text on client-centered coaching and sustainable behavior change.
Awakening the Life Force, by Swami Rajarshi Muni
Guides outdoor experiential work and deep personal reflection in natural settings.
Nurture Shock, by Po Bronson & Ashley Merryman
Insights into human development, self-regulation, and effective learning practices.
Professional Organizations & Associations
National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC)
Standards, research, and professional development for certified health and wellness coaches.
Catalyst Coaching Institute
Professional coaching programs focused on building skills in evidence-informed, client-centered health and wellness coaching.
The Forest Therapy School
Provides professional certification programs, training, and mentorship for forest therapy guides, emphasizing ethical practice and experiential learning.
WildMed
Offers advanced wilderness medicine training and certification, equipping professionals to provide safe, trauma-aware care in outdoor and remote settings.
Articles & Research
"Forest Bathing: How Trees Can Help You Find Health and Happiness"
—Harvard Health Publishing
An overview of the physiological and psychological benefits of spending intentional time in nature.
"The Neuroscience of Mindfulness and Nature" —Journal of Environmental Psychology
Professional coaching programs focused on building skills in evidence-informed, client-centered health and wellness coaching.
"Coaching for Behavior Change: Evidence and Applications" —International Journal of Evidence-Based Coaching and Mentoring
Explores practical, research-informed approaches to behavior change through coaching.
"A comparative study of the physiological and psychological effects of forest bathing (Shinrin-yoku) on working age people with and without depressive tendencies"
—Akemi Furuyashiki, Keiji Tabuchi, Kensuke Norikoshi, Toshio Kobayashi, Sanae Oriyama
"Can forest therapy enhance health and well-being?" —Harvard Health Publishing
"Effects of forest environment (Shinrin-yoku/Forest bathing) on health promotion and disease prevention" —the Establishment of “Forest Medicine”
"How to make your nature walks even more restorative, according to science" —NPR Life Kit, Mareille Segarra