Therapeutic Horticulture
Supporting Mental Health, Wellbeing & Nervous System Regulation through Gardening.
Gardening can be more than simply growing plants.
Therapeutic horticulture combines gardening, connection with nature, creativity, mindfulness, and gentle purposeful activity to support emotional wellbeing, reduce stress, foster confidence, and create a sense of belonging.
Nat facilitates therapeutic gardening sessions that are neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed, and designed to support people at their own pace — without pressure, perfectionism, or overwhelm.
Whether you are experiencing stress, autistic burnout, anxiety, low mood, isolation, or simply longing for greater connection with yourself and the natural world, therapeutic horticulture offers space to slow down and reconnect. For all abilities.
What therapeutic horticulture can support
Therapeutic horticulture may support:
stress reduction and nervous system regulation
autistic burnout recovery
emotional wellbeing and mental health
sensory grounding and mindfulness
confidence and self-esteem
social connection and community participation
routine, purpose, and meaningful activity
grief, trauma recovery, and life transitions
gentle movement and time outdoors
creativity and self-expression
No gardening experience is needed.
Sessions focus on the process rather than productivity.
Activities may include
planting herbs, vegetables, flowers, and seedlings
sensory gardening experiences
mindful observation in nature
seasonal gardening activities
seed growing
journaling and reflective practices
grounding exercises outdoors
gentle group discussion and connection
nature-based mindfulness activities
Participants are always encouraged to engage in ways that feel safe and comfortable for them.
Meet Your Facilitator
Hi, I’m Nat, nice to meet you
Nat is a neurodivergent mental health practitioner, therapeutic gardening facilitator, and nature-lover based in Mandurah, Western Australia.
Nat combines her qualifications in psychology and mental health with her passion for gardening, creativity, and nature-based wellbeing.
Nat is a member of Therapeutic Horticulture Australia and the Australian Institute of Horticulture, and currently facilitates the “Grow a Garden” program at the Pinjarra Women’s Centre.
Nat’s approach is gentle, affirming, trauma-informed, and focused on creating spaces where people feel safe to simply be themselves.
Let’s Work Together
If you're interested in working with Nat to facilitate a therapeutic horticultural project or program, complete the form with a few details about your project. We'll review your message and get back to you within 48 hours.