Horticultural Therapy Methods: Connecting People and Plants in Health Care, Human Services, and Therapeutic Programs

ISBN : 9781032769622

Author : Rebecca L. Haller

Publisher :

Year : 2025

Language : English

Type : Book

Description : Horticultural Therapy Methods: Connecting People and Plants in Health Care, Human Services, and Therapeutic Programs was the first text to describe the processes and techniques used to provide horticultural therapy interventions, and the rationale for their use. The first edition was written to positively impact the professional practice of horticultural therapy and provide an array of strategies for horticultural therapy treatment. Prior to its publication, the topics had only been addressed by other allied professions but had not been specifically tailored for horticultural therapy. The second edition updated the material, added essential information on planning treatment sessions, and provided techniques to address treatment issues for mental health, physical health, vocational skills, and wellness. This third edition revises all chapter content, improves and expands appendices, adds a chapter on building relationships, provides new photos, and includes additional case examples, in addition to providing discussion questions, references, further reading, and key concepts._x000D_ Horticultural Therapy Methods is a clear instructive manual that explains:_x000D_ The process of treatment planning in horticultural therapy_x000D_ Session development, including activity or task selections to meet treatment objectives_x000D_ Therapeutic use of self and relationship building_x000D_ Motivation and behavior management techniques_x000D_ Adaptations and modifications to enable and challenge program participants_x000D_ How to maximize active engagement in horticulture and cultivation of plants_x000D_ Treatment documentation guidelines_x000D_ Practical approaches for mental health and other areas of practice_x000D_ Horticultural Therapy Methods: Connecting People and Plants in Health Care, Human Services, and Therapeutic Programs, Third Edition, is a reference and guide for students, educators, and those using horticulture for therapeutic purposes to help construct effective treatment programs. Health care and human service professionals can use this reference in the therapy, treatment, and education of inmates, residents, patients, trainees, students and others. The aim of this book is to guide novice and experienced horticultural therapists to use accepted human service practices that are aligned with allied professions.

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