This workshop offers a gently paced, immersive experience designed to bring you fully into the present moment. Stepping away from the busyness of daily life and into the quiet serenity of Reflection Riding’s diverse forests, you'll be invited to deepen your connection with both yourself and the living Earth—cultivating a more meaningful relationship with your more-than-human kin.

As birdsong serenades your nervous system and the lush greens wrap you tenderly in their quiet embrace, you’ll be guided by a trained ecotherapist through restorative practices such as silent sensory walks, reciprocal engagement with nature, nature journaling, gratitude practices, reflective dialogue, and much more.

This experience nurtures a sense of belonging, mindful presence, and holistic healing—offering practices and perspectives to carry with you long after you leave the forest.

About the teacher:

Waves Wellness & Counseling Services is led by Jenna Parker, an LCSW with nearly a decade of experience as a therapist. Passionate about helping individuals reconnect with themselves, their relationships, and the world around them, Jenna integrates evidence-based ecotherapy and other clinical approaches to foster healing and growth. Her mission is to break down barriers to wellness and healing, while providing clients with practical, attainable skills for proactive well-being in their daily lives. Outside of work, Jenna can be found wandering the mountains and waterways of Eastern Tennessee, getting lost in a good book, or enjoying time at home with her two beloved fur-children. To learn more about Waves Wellness, visit Jenna’s Psychology Today profile, Instagram, website, or feel free to ask her directly—she loves discussing wellness as a way of being.