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About Therapeutic Horticulture

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 Therapeutic horticulture is the participation in horticultural activities facilitated by a registered horticultural therapist or other professionals with training in the use of horticulture as a therapeutic modality to support program goals. Therapeutic horticulture is the process through which participants enhance their well-being through active or passive involvement in plant and plant-related activities.

American Horticultural Therapy Association

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Horticultural therapists have a foundation of knowledge in plant science, human science, and horticultural therapy principles and experience in the application of horticultural therapy practices.

American Horticultural Therapy Association

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Program goals include improving the health, quality of life and overall well-being of all ages, abilities and backgrounds.

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Therapeutic horticulture programs may have a vocational, therapeutic, and/or social wellness focus.

They may be designed for rehabilitation, to mitigate chronic health conditions, or to increase psycho-social/emotional health.

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Examples of Client Benefits:

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  • Increased confidence, self-esteem, and overall wellness

  • Enhanced socialization 

  • Improvement in balance, stamina and range of motion

  • A sense of productivity

  • Increased or preservation of cognitive skills

  • Optimism and joy while mitigating depression and anxiety

  • A feeling of calm and improved positive behavior

  • A sense of inclusion and contribution to community

  • Enhanced quality of life

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