Human. Nature. Healing.
Center for Nature Informed Therapy (CNIT), a division of Chesapeake Mental Health Collaborative,
is a community of mental health professionals including social workers, professional counselors, psychologists, and mindfulness practitioners who have dedicated their professional lives to the advancement of nature informed mental health work.
Our Mission:
A Mental health focused community that assists people
in cultivating a healing reconnection with
the natural world.
We Envision:
A future where a reciprocal relationship with nature will restore the mental health of all people and create deeper connection to self, others and our spirituality.
We Believe:
NATURE HEALS,
NATURE IS EVERYWHERE,
NATURE IS FOR EVERYONE.
What We Do:
We use clinically sound and
evidence-based approaches to
alleviate mental health distress
through intentional interactions with
the natural world.
From individual therapy to
outdoor group experiences,
to social justice initiatives,
mental health certification and
our ever-expanding offering of
courses, retreats, and programs,
we strive to support
human-nature healing.
We serve anyone who desires
mental well-being, connection,
and a deep relationship with
the natural world.