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


A Trauma-Informed Approach to Therapeutic Horticulture

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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