Widely accepted treatment methods using horticulture
as a therapeutic modality Through the years,
horticultural therapy (HT) has evolved from its use only
by volunteer gardeners to become a recognized and
respected therapeutic modality conducted by trained,
registered professionals. Horticultural Therapy Methods:
Making Connections in Health Care, Human Service, and
Community Programs details the basics of the growing,
time-proven practice of therapy through gardening.
Experienced practitioners and educators discuss
horticultural therapy theory, application, and the
impressive positive impact it has on clients. Beginners
are educated on key issues and given the tools needed to
effectively treat clients. Horticultural therapy uses
widely accepted treatment methods in a calming, creative
program framework. Horticultural Therapy Methods
challenges pre-conceived notions of the value of this
treatment by describing the processes, techniques for
practice, and the rationale for their use. This manual
not only can be used as a reference and a guide for
students but can also be used by educators and those
conducting horticultural therapy to help construct
effective treatment programs.Health care and human
service professionals will find this resource a powerful
ally in the therapy, treatment, and education of
inmates, residents, patients, trainees, and students.
Horticultural Therapy Methods is a clear helpful manual
that explains: the types of programs, settings, and
goals the process of treatment planning developing
sessions including activity or task selections to meet
treatment objectives motivation and behavior management
techniques documentation guidelines three types of HT
programs resources for HT activity ideas practical
approaches for mental health Horticultural Therapy
Methods is a valuable addition to the literature and is
crucial for all levels of horticultural therapists,
occupational therapists, therapeutic recreational
specialists, social workers, special educators,
community horticulture leaders, horticulturists, mental
health professionals of all types, and students. |
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