Referrals

Referrerals and Self-Referrals

If you work with someone who could benefit from a gentler, nature-based approach to their goals, or if you're exploring this for yourself, you're in the right place. Horticultural therapy is an evidence-informed clinical practice that complements a wide range of therapeutic and support work, and I welcome referrals from colleagues across disciplines as well as from individuals and families finding their own way here.

How It Works

The process is straightforward, and there's no pressure at any stage. Autonomy matters so you'll always have the chance to ask questions, take time, and decide what feels right before moving forward.

1. Reach out — by email or phone, tell me a little about yourself, or the person or group you have in mind

2. Initial conversation — we connect to talk about fit, goals, and what you're hoping for. No commitment required.

3. First appointment — we meet, get to know each other a little, and explore whether this feels like the right fit. Where sessions are taking place at the Guelph Enabling Garden, I'll offer a tour of the space so you can see it for yourself and decide whether you'd like to continue.

4. Intake and goal-setting — if we decide to move forward together, I use a thorough and collaborative intake and goal-setting process, led by what matters most to you or your client

5. Programming begins — sessions or programs are tailored to the individual or group, with attention to accessibility, preferences, and therapeutic goals

6. Ongoing communication — for referred clients, I'm happy to share progress updates and collaborate with your team as appropriate. For self-referred individuals, communication with other providers only happens with your consent.

Why Horticultural Therapy?

Horticultural therapy is goal-directed, assessment-based, and facilitated by a registered professional working toward specific therapeutic outcomes. Therapeutic horticulture is broader nature-based programming that supports general wellbeing without a clinical framework. Both have real value, and I offer both, depending on what fits.

Research supports the benefits of nature-based intervention across a range of outcomes including stress reduction, mood, motivation, fine- and gross- motor function, cognitive engagement, and social connection. For many people it offers something other modalities don't: a non-clinical setting, sensory engagement, and the quiet dignity of growing something together.

And for many of the people I work with, being given a genuine choice is itself part of the healing.

My Credentials

• Registered Horticultural Therapist (HTR), Canadian Horticultural Therapy Association — registered since 2012

• Master in Environmental Studies, York University

• Honours BA, University of Guelph

• Based in Guelph, Ontario — serving individuals and organizations across the region

Let's Connect

I'm always happy to have a conversation before any commitment — about a specific client, a program or collaboration idea, or just to learn more about each other's work. And if you're here for yourself, I'd love to hear from you too.