Instructor: Joan Basile, Ph.D.

No image available Joan Basile, Ph.D. is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in trauma-informed therapies and is a passionate advocate for the healing power of Nature, especially for toxic stress.

She is a Certified School Psychologist, holds certificates in Gardening and Therapeutic Horticulture from NYBG, and currently manages the Chappaqua Community Garden at CVAC where she has created a therapeutic shade garden, native pollinator habitat, started the Kids' Garden Club, and is developing a program of therapeutic garden activities for the community.

Classes by this instructor


The prevalence of trauma in the general population suggests that many of our clients would benefit from approaches to therapeutic horticulture that are trauma-sensitive. Learn to identify types of trauma and explore evidence-based trauma-informed principles and strategies to enhance positive more...
263THP318BL 02/24 Tu 6:00pm-8:00pm Basile, Ph.D.
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