Garden Therapy: Healing Through Nature

At Mental Harbor, we believe in the healing power of nature and therefore offer garden therapy as an integral part of our therapy program. Garden therapy, also known as Horticultural Therapy, uses the natural environment and gardening activities to promote mental and physical well-being.

In garden therapy, patients are encouraged to be active in the garden – whether it is planting flowers, tending vegetable beds or landscaping. These activities not only provide physical exercise, but also a calming and meditative experience. Working with plants and soil can help reduce stress, improve concentration and provide a sense of accomplishment.

Garden therapy offers numerous mental health benefits. Being in contact with nature and working outdoors can increase overall well-being and improve mood. The sensory experience of perceiving the colors and scents of plants can have a calming effect and help reduce stress. Garden therapy also promotes mindfulness by encouraging patients to be present in the moment and fully focus on their gardening tasks.

For many people, garden therapy is a valuable addition to traditional forms of therapy. It offers a way to express yourself creatively, connect with nature, and strengthen your own mental health at the same time. At Mental Harbor, we integrate garden therapy into our comprehensive treatment concept to enable our patients to heal holistically and sustainably.

Discover the transformative power of garden therapy at Mental Harbor and find a path to inner peace and balance in nature.