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Healing Happens Where Roots Run Deep

Nature-based therapy guided by skilled professionals to help children flourish through meaningful connections with the natural world.

Meet Our Team

Our dedicated team of licensed occupational therapists brings together expertise in therapy and nature-based interventions to create transformative experiences for our clients.

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Lauren Clark, MAOT, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Lauren Clark MAOT, OTR/L is a seasoned occupational therapist with over 12 years of experience supporting children and adults across inpatient and community-based behavioral health settings. Her clinical expertise centers on sensory modulation and its influence on daily functioning, alongside a deep understanding of how trauma shapes development and psychosocial well-being.

Rooted in a love for the outdoors, Lauren integrates nature-based therapeutic approaches to foster resilience and holistic healing. She finds joy in gardening with her husband and son, and has pursued advanced training in Sensory Processing (STAR Pro-Cert Level 1), therapeutic horticulture (North Carolina Botanical Garden), Ecosensory Therapy, Zones of Regulation, and trauma-informed care through the ARC Framework.

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Dana Weber, OTD, OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Dana Weber, OTD, OTR/L, earned her Doctor of Occupational Therapy degree from Methodist University in 2022. During her doctoral capstone, she developed and implemented a nature-based occupational therapy program targeting socioemotional wellbeing, sparking her passion for the therapeutic benefits of outdoor settings.

Dana is dedicated to promoting health, well-being, and meaningful engagement through nature-centered interventions that empower individuals to thrive by promoting skills that will last a lifetime. Dana has additional training in ecosensory therapy, and has worked with children in both a community and clinic setting, supporting those with challenges in self-regulation, emotional regulation, and sensory processing.

Our Mission

To equip individuals and families with education, resources, and clinical insights regarding sensory systems and nature to cultivate holistic well-being.

Our holistic approach recognizes that every individual is unique, and we tailor our programs to meet specific needs while honoring the therapeutic benefits of connecting with the natural world.

To inspire a deeper connection to our sensory systems in nature, fostering practical skills for daily living.

Key Principles

  • Person-centered and individualized approach
  • Evidence-based therapeutic interventions
  • Sensory-rich natural environments
  • Collaborative goal setting and progress monitoring
  • Holistic development addressing physical, emotional, and social needs
Individual connecting with nature through therapeutic activities

In every walk with nature, one receives far more than they seek.

John Muir

Our Core Values

These fundamental beliefs guide our work and shape every interaction we have with our clients and community.

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Curiosity

We lean into wonder — asking questions, exploring nature, and staying open to what each child uniquely shows us.

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Compassion

We approach every child and family with empathy, warmth, and deep respect for their journey.

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Creativity

We design experiences that are playful, imaginative, and rooted in the natural world to spark meaningful growth.

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Courage

We encourage children and families to try, to stretch, and to trust the process — even when it feels hard.

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Connection

We nurture relationships — between children and nature, between families and our team, and within each child's own sense of self.

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Collaboration

We work alongside families, caregivers, and communities as true partners in every child's therapeutic journey.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Contact us today to learn more about how our nature-based programs can support your development and well-being.

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