( HS Fisher 065730 2026) Bringing the Outdoors In Creating A Therapeutic Space in Any Setting
Tracking # 20-1378165
Course overview
Discover how to bring the outdoors in with research-based strategies that transform any therapy space into a calming, multisensory environment. This training explores how natural elements like textures, plants, seasonal materials, and soundscapes can reduce stress, support sensory integration, and foster resilience for children, trauma survivors, and neurodivergent clients. Blending ecopsychology, expressive arts, and trauma-informed design, youll gain practical tools to create symbolic, sensory-rich interventions that enhance regulation, deepen relational repair, and provide a sanctuary of connection whether youre practicing in an office, school, hospital, or telehealth setting.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling
Certified Master Social Worker
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Florida Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Florida Board of Psychology
Limited License Psychologist
Psychologist
Florida Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
Audiologist
Speech-Language Pathologist
Ohio Counselor, Social Worker and Marriage and Family Therapist Board
Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist
Licensed Independent Social Worker
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Licensed Professional Counselor
Licensed Social Worker
Marriage and Family Therapist
Registered Social Worker Assistant
Disclosure statements
Financial: Cheryl Fisher maintains a private practice and has an employment relationship with Alliant International University. She receives royalties as a published author. Cheryl Fisher receives a speaking honorarium, recording, and book royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Dr. Cheryl Fisher serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Child and Adolescent Trauma and the Journal of Psychosocial Oncology. She is a member of the American Counseling Association (ACA), the American Psychological Association (APA), and several other professional organizations. For a complete list, please contact info@pesi.com.