ecoSelf LEARNING

The frameworks, tools and techniques we teach have been developed by David Key, a pioneer in the fields of ecopsychology and ecotherapy with over 25 years of international experience.

Before we take a deeper look at our approach - and some of the things that make it unique - let’s explore some of the basics.

What is Ecotherapy?

Ecotherapy - sometimes called nature-based therapy, wilderness therapy, adventure therapy or nature therapy - is an umbrella term for therapeutic practices that reconnect people with the rest of nature to support mental, emotional, and ecological well-being. It draws from psychology, ecopsychology, psychotherapy, indigenous wisdom, and environmental philosophy to foster healing for both people and the planet.

Why Train in Ecotherapy?

In an era of ecological crisis, psychological distress, and increasing alienation from the natural world, ecotherapy offers an urgently needed response. Whether you're a psychotherapist, counsellor, coach, educator, or healer, training in ecotherapy can help you:

• Integrate outdoor experiences and ecological awareness into your practice ethically and confidently
• Deepen your relationships with the more-than-human world
• Reimagine your work as contributing to collective ecological healing
• Join a growing global movement towards regenerative, Earth-centred practice
  
  

What makes ecoSelf learning unique?

• Rooted in Deep Ecology and Critical Ecopsychology
  We challenge individualistic, colonial, and anthropocentric models of therapy, offering a profound reorientation of the self in relationship with the wider web of life.
• Nature as teacher, not just setting
  Our training is about direct, embodied outdoor experiences of the more-than-human world.
• Fire Circle Community
  We nourish an active online forum that connects learners worldwide, fostering diversity, collaboration and support.
• Flexible and self-paced - with depth
  We support you in choosing how and when you engage. With downloadable readings, podcasts, videos, community forums and discussion groups, live group supervision and coaching, you can tailor your learning to fit your life and practice.
• Professional Guidance and 1:1 Coaching
  Personalised support from David Key is available for those who want deeper mentorship and integration
  
  

Who is ecoSelf learning for?

ecoSelf Learning is designed for professionals and practitioners who want to incorporate ecotherapy into their work, whether you're a:

• Psychotherapist or counsellor
• Coach or guide
• Social worker
• Educator or youth worker
• Wilderness or outdoor facilitator
• Activist, artist, or spiritual practitioner
  
  

No prior experience in ecotherapy is necessary, but a passionate interest in helping to heal our human relationships with the rest of nature is essential.

How does the training work?

ecoSelf learning works through a series of memberships that include:

• Modular Learning Platform
  Access podcasts, videos, and readings at your own pace
• Live Group Supervision
  Monthly online circles for support and reflection
• 1:1 Coaching Options
  Tailored support with David Key
• Fire Circle Community
  A private forum for dialogue and connection
  
  

AFTERWORD: Ecotherapy as a Way of Being

Training in ecotherapy is more than a professional development step - it’s a lifelong reweaving of self, psyche, and planet. ecoSelf Learning invites you into an ongoing inquiry, not just a credential. It’s about who you are becoming in relationship with the Earth, and how that shapes the healing you offer.

If you're ready to step into this work with depth, humility, and radical hope, ecoSelf Learning offers a meaningful and professional path forward.

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