Forest Bathing Revisited: The Healing Power of Nature with Gary Evans

Forest Bathing Revisited: The Healing Power of Nature with Gary Evans

In this episode of #PsychotherapyUnfogged, Mark is joined by Forest Bathing Therapist Gary Evans to explore the transformative power of nature on mental health. They discuss the science behind forest bathing, how immersing in nature can reduce stress and anxiety, and practical ways to integrate this practice into daily life. Tune in for an insightful conversation on reconnecting with the natural world for emotional and psychological well-being.


Gary Evans’ Published Papers:


Gary has a number of new papers in development with multiple universities, which will be published in due course. His published research includes:

  • ​ A Pragmatic Controlled Trial of Forest Bathing Compared with Compassionate Mind Training in the UK: Impacts on Self-Reported Wellbeing and Heart Rate Variability

https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/3/1380

  • ​ A Qualitative Study Comparing Mindfulness and Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing): Practitioners’ Perspectives

https://www.mdpi.com/2071-1050/13/12/6761/htm

  • ​ Natural Volatile Organic Compounds (NVOCs) Are Greater and More Diverse in UK Forests Compared with a Public Garden

https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4907/14/1/92

  • ​ A Controlled Trial Comparing the Impact of Guided Forest Bathing or a Mindful Urban Walk on Heart Rate, Blood Pressure, and Mood in Young Thai Adults (Co-authored by Prof. Li in Japan, a founding figure of forest bathing).

https://besjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/pan3.10744


Links & Resources:

  • ​ Learn more about Gary Evans: https://tfb.institute/meet-the-team/
  • ​ Join the conversation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/611505765973184/
  • ​Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tfb_institute/
  • ​ Mark Fielding’s Website: https://markfieldingpsychotherapy.com
  • ​ Mark’s YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@psychotherapyunfogged-mark5206?si=ULgBwTaI6juJrEwqu

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