Nature Based Therapies Australia

17/07/2026

🌿 Mental Health Professionals Network (MHPN) Meeting🌿

Join us online on Thursday, 23 July 2026 for an engaging and experiential professional development session:

✨ An Animistic Approach to Coaching and Facilitating Nature-based Experiences

We're delighted to welcome Judy Brightman—Equine Experiential Facilitator, Somatic Coach and Animistic Practitioner—for an inspiring introduction to animistic practice and the role of nature-based approaches in coaching, facilitation and leadership development.

During this interactive session, you'll:

🍃 Develop a foundational understanding of animistic practice.
🌊 Discover practical ways to incorporate nature-based rituals into your work with clients and leadership groups.
🔥 Experience an embodied practice using the four elements—air, fire, water and earth—to support balance, connection and somatic awareness.

🗓 Thursday, 23 July 2026
🕕 6:00–7:30 pm AEST
💻 Online via Zoom

We look forward to seeing you there!

If you're not already a member of the MHPN:
Join here: https://mhpn.org.au/
It's free!

You can then register for the Nature Based Therapies Interest Group here: https://mhpn.org.au/members/ #/Network/97578

Register for this meeting here: https://mhpn.org.au/members/ #/Meeting/27764

Once registered, you'll receive a certificate of attendance for your OPD records.

Unfortunately, these meetings are not recorded.

08/07/2026

Good Luck today Nadine Delaney! 🦋

We’re all super proud of the work you do and excited for you to showcase this today at the Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy Conference.

https://www.ndaffirmingtherapyaus.org/

Hope it’s a wonderful day, Nadine, and that you soak up all the conference has to offer ✨

09/06/2026

If you're interested in learning more about delivering group sessions for children and young people in nature based settings - then this is your friendly reminder to register for the upcoming MHPN Nature Based Therapies Interest Group meeting!

Paddock Play – How Nature-Based, Equine-Assisted Group Programs for Children Foster Safety, Connection, and Community 🌿

We’re very fortunate to be hearing from Nadine Delaney — a highly regarded and experienced clinician with a long-standing career working with children, young people, and neurodivergent individuals, specialising in equine-assisted and nature-based approaches across both individual and group interventions.

📍 Online
📅 Thursday 18th June
🕕 6:00–7:00pm
💻 Free to attend (registration essential)

Register here:
https://mhpn.org.au/members/ #/Meeting/27732

Would be wonderful to see some familiar faces there and fabulous to welcome new ones!

10/04/2026

We’re proud as punch that our very own ✨Nadine Delaney✨ will be presenting at the upcoming MHPN meeting 🌿🐎

“Paddock Play – Nature-Based & Equine-Assisted Group Programs for Children”.

It's a great opportunity for any practitioner interested in:
✨ A neurodiversity-affirming approach
✨ Nature-based therapies
✨ Equine-assisted practice
✨ Group program design

📅 Thursday, 18 June 2026
🕕 6:00–7:00pm (AEST) | Online

Nadine will be sharing insights from over 10 years of practice, exploring how nature-based and equine-assisted approaches support safety, connection, and resilience, particularly for neurodivergent children.

It's FREE as always and open to anyone with an interest in Nature BAsed approaches to wellbeing - just need to register via MHPN https://mhpn.org.au/members/ #/Meeting/27732

We'd love to see you there. 🦋

09/02/2026

🌿 Beyond Boundaries Training – Autumn 2026 🌿

If you’ve been thinking about joining the Beyond Boundaries Training, now’s the time — registrations close this Friday!

This 6-day immersive program is designed for mental health professionals wanting to develop a rigorous, evidence-informed, and experiential understanding of nature-based therapy.

Learn more: https://naturebasedtherapies.com.au/training-event/beyond-boundaries-6-day-training-2025/
Register here: https://www.halaxy.com/book/appointment/nature-based-therapies-australia-pty-ltd/location/1150171

25/01/2026

Curious about bringing nature-based approaches into your clinical work?

Our final info session for Beyond Boundaries Training for the March cohort is happening this week. Join us to learn more and explore how this training supports ethical, intentional work beyond traditional therapy spaces.

Detailed Information here: https://naturebasedtherapies.com.au/training/

Info Session Registration here: https://valley-psychology-and-eal-pty-ltd.splose.com/booking

21/01/2026

Beyond Boundaries is a rigorous, ACA approved, in-depth training designed for mental health professionals seeking to develop a solid understanding of nature-based therapy.

You’ll explore the benefits, indications, and practical applications of bringing therapy into natural settings, whilst remaining grounded in evidence-based practice.

Upcoming Info Sessions:
Monday 15th December, 5:30pm
Wednesday 28th January, 5:30pm

Book your spot: https://valley-psychology-and-eal-pty-ltd.splose.com/booking

For more details: https://naturebasedtherapies.com.au/training-event/beyond-boundaries-6-day-training-2025/

Overview:

19/01/2026

🌿 Beyond Boundaries Training – Autumn 2026 🌿

This immersive program equips mental health practitioners to confidently bring their work outdoors, supported by a strong foundation in theory, clinical skills, ethics, and risk management.

By covering these areas, you’ll gain:
- Confidence in applying your practice safely in natural settings
- Clarity on ethical and professional decision-making
- Ongoing guidance and community support to strengthen your professional growth

More info is available on our website, or join us for one of our upcoming Info sessions on Monday 15th December or Wednesday 28th January.

Book into an info session here: https://valley-psychology-and-eal-pty-ltd.splose.com/booking
Or explore the Beyond Boundaries details on the website: https://naturebasedtherapies.com.au/training-event/beyond-boundaries-6-day-training-2025/

04/01/2026

In therapy, we know that true understanding comes not just from theory—but from personal experience.

The Beyond Boundaries Training is designed with this in mind. Over 4 immersive days, you’ll engage in experiential learning that invites both personal growth and professional development.

Through guided nature-based experiences, reflective practice, and evidence-informed frameworks, you’ll explore how your own embodied experience deepens your therapeutic presence and enriches your work with clients.

This is more than a training—it’s an opportunity to reconnect with self, nature, and the essence of therapeutic work with the guidance of our down to earth, experienced trainers, Mauro and Sue.

If you’re a mental health practitioner ready to take your practice outdoors, we'd love you to join our upcoming info session on Thursday 27th November, 5:30pm

You can book here: https://valley-psychology-and-eal-pty-ltd.splose.com/booking

18/12/2025

Happy Holidays from NBTA! 🎄
Wishing you all a safe and restful holiday season. Thank you for being part of this journey — we’re so grateful for this community.

Looking forward to continuing to support, learn and grow together in 2026.
Warmest,
The NBTA Team