St. George, Utah
Nov 16–21, 2026
24 CE Credits
THE ARC
From stress, through resilience, toward flourishing.
Each day is intentionally designed to integrate evidence-based learning with experiential application — mornings in neuroscience and psychological theory, afternoons in ecopsychology and direct encounter with the living landscape.
4 Frameworks
PERMA
Seligman's five pillars of positive psychology: Positive Emotion, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, Accomplishment.
Resilience
Rick Hanson's model of Calm, Strength, Balance, and Contentment as core inner resources.
RISE
Resiliency training developed at Kripalu, applied in high-pressure contexts including UN-associated programs.
Nature-Informed
The CNIT model — nature as co-facilitator in healing, regulation, and meaning-making.
Five days, one arc, one landscape as teacher.
A progression from understanding stress as adaptive, through awareness of our patterns, into centeredness, solo integration, and finally the practical architecture of a flourishing life.
Day 1
Stress, Survival, & Reframing the Narrative
Explore the neurobiology of stress, cognitive appraisal, and trauma-informed perspectives. Learn to understand stress not as failure, but as adaptation. The desert landscape becomes a lens for resilience, conservation, and survival
Day 2
Riding the Wave: Understanding Personal Patterns
Using ACT-informed principles, participants examine reactivity, avoidance, psychological flexibility, and values. Nature supports slowing down, noticing early signs of dysregulation, and returning to center.
Day 3
Centeredness: Calm, Clarity, & Connection
Drawing from MBCT and Attention Restoration Theory, participants explore rumination, attention fatigue, and present-moment awareness. Outdoor practices help restore attention and create space between thought and awareness.
Day 4
Solo Integration: Relationship with Self & Nature
This experiential day invites participants into structured solo time in nature with reflective prompts, sensory awareness practices, and journaling. The day concludes with guided integration and meaning-making.
Day 5
Strengths, Meaning, & Flourishing
Participants integrate the week through the PERMA model, strengths-based reflection, and a personalized resilience plan. The training closes with attention to ethics, scope of practice, and long-term application.
Questions? info@natureinformedtherapy.org
WHO THIS IS FOR
A training for those who support the well-being of others and their own.
No prior experience with Nature-Informed Therapy is required. This program offers both professional tools and personal insight.
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Therapists, Counselors & Social Workers
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Coaches & wellness practitioners
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Healthcare Providers
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Educator & Outdoor leaders
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Helping Professionals Navigating Burnout
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Seekers of Personal Growth
WHY THIS EXPEREINCE IS UNIQUE
Professionally credentialed. Deeply experiential.
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Training first, retreat feel — rigorous content delivered in a spacious, restorative environment
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Evidence-based and experiential — integrates ACT, MBCT, positive psychology, neuroscience, and nature-informed practice
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Desert as teacher — the landscape becomes a living model of adaptation, regulation, rhythm, and resilience
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Built for translation — participants leave with practical tools, stronger clinical or professional insight, and a personalized resilience plan
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Deep integration — includes guided solo reflection, group debrief, and structured application to professional practice
LOGISTICS & PREPAREATION
What to expect, what's included, what to bring.
Loding & Daily Flow
Shared home in the St. George area, selected to foster a communal retreat experience. Training days run 9 AM–5 PM with lunch and breaks built in. Outdoor sessions use nearby nature sites; carpools are coordinated in advance.
Getting There
Fly into Harry Reid International Airport (Las Vegas). Reliable shuttle options connect LAS to St. George:
St. George Shuttle — stgshuttle.com
CNIT coordinates pickup from the St. George stop to the training location.
Weather in St. George
November days in the low to mid-60s°F with mostly sunny skies. Mornings and evenings drop into the 30s–40s°F. Pack layers, a daypack, reusable water bottle, and a headlamp for evening.
Meals
Self-serve continental breakfast, bagged lunches for outdoor sessions, and catered community dinners each evening. Vegetarian options always available; food allergies and medically necessary restrictions accommodated.
Physical Considerations
Time outdoors with a range of movement options. Short hikes typically under 2 miles on easy terrain. Some sessions are still — sitting in nature for reflection, sunset, or stargazing. Optional longer hikes (~5 miles) on select days for those who wish.
What's Included
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Full training experience and curriculum
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Daily breakfast, lunch, and catered dinners
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Lodging in a shared home
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Transportation to outdoor training sites
Pricing & Lodging Options
Use code EBCHF250 when registering by 9/17 for the early bird discount
FAQ
Is this a retreat or a training?
It is a professional training designed with a retreat-like rhythm. You will receive structured instruction, guided practice, and practical tools, while also having time for reflection, community, and rest.
Do I need prior experience with Nature-Informed Therapy?
No. The training is designed to be accessible to both newcomers and those already working in nature-based or integrative settings.
Do I need to be an experienced hiker?
No. This is not a performance- or endurance-based program. Outdoor experiences are designed to be accessible, and participants are encouraged to engage at the level that feels right for them.
Will I earn CE hours?
Yes. The program offers 24 CE hours across Days 1, 2, 3, and 5. Day 4 is an experiential integration day and is not included in CE hours.
What meals are included?
Breakfast, lunch, and catered dinners are included during the core training experience. Dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated when communicated in advance.
Can I come alone?
Yes. Many CNIT participants attend solo. The structure is designed to support both personal reflection and meaningful connection.
Ready to Join?
Cultivating Human Flourishing is designed for those who want more than inspiration alone. It offers a grounded, evidence-based, and deeply experiential approach to resilience, flourishing, and nature-informed professional practice.
Questions? info@natureinformedtherapy.org
Where science meets experience
nature becomes the teacher.
Consider extending your stay to visit Zion National Park, just 45–60 minutes from St. George.
Space is limited.