When we are in harmony with the natural world we can begin to heal. Our nervous system can rest itself, our bodies and minds can go back to how they ought to be. No longer out of kilter with nature, but once again in tune with it, we are refreshed and restored.
Dr Qing Li, Associate Professor at the Medical School in Tokyo
A registered charity established to promote the mental health benefits of engaging with the natural world.
The UK Government's 25 Year Environment Plan states:
"Spending time in the natural environment... improves our mental health and feelings of wellbeing. It can reduce stress, fatigue, anxiety and depression."
Dose of Nature works with people with mental health problems and the general population, encouraging everyone to connect with nature in order to improve their mental wellbeing.
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Dr Alison Greenwood and Dr Emma Fredman ran a wellbeing workshop last week at Pensford Field, Kew , hosted by Dose of Nature for the staff team at SPEAR. SPEAR is a charity supporting people facing homelessness, helping them secure stable accommodation and providing tailored support to rebuild their lives and independence. The workshop introduced SPEAR staff to Dose of Nature’s wellbeing programme, combining scientific learning about the mental health benefits of time spent in nature with practical outdoor activities. The session encouraged reflection, connection, and hands-on experience of how nature can enhance wellbeing — both personally and professionally. It was an afternoon of shared learning, fresh perspectives, and calm connection with nature. You can learn more about SPEAR here .
We’re thrilled to share that our Clinical Lead, Dr Georgina Gould , has been featured in the October 2025 edition of Sainsbury’s Magazine in a beautifully written article titled “On the Nature Trail.” The piece explores how connecting with nature can restore calm, focus and creativity — something we at Dose of Nature are deeply passionate about. Drawing on her expertise in clinical psychology and nature-based wellbeing, Dr Gould explains how the natural world supports mental health in profound ways. She describes how the soft, self-repeating patterns found in nature — known as fractals — can soothe our nervous system , releasing alpha waves that bring a wakeful sense of relaxation. Dr Gould also highlights the concept of “soft fascination” , the gentle, effortless attention that natural environments inspire — from watching ripples on water to noticing leaves moving in the breeze. As she puts it, “In the natural world, you don’t see hard edges. Take time out to watch the clouds, trees moving in the wind, ripples on water… rest, recover and return to whatever you’re doing with renewed focus.” We’re so proud to see Dr Gould's insights shared with a wider audience. At Dose of Nature, our mission is to help people experience these same benefits through supported, evidence-based connection with the natural world. Our heartfelt thanks to Sainsbury’s Magazine for recognising the importance of nature-based wellbeing — and to Dr Gould for continuing to lead the way in this vital conversation. You can read the full article here .
On Wednesday 17th September 2025 , Dr Georgina Gould and Dr Emma Fredman delivered a wellbeing workshop at Pensford Field, Kew , hosted by Dose of Nature for the staff and volunteers at LVA Trust . LVA Trust provides relationship, sex, and health education (RSHE) to schools and communities, supporting young people to feel loved, valued, and able. Their work includes interactive workshops, therapeutic mentoring, and training for parents and teachers. This wellbeing workshop gave their staff and volunteers the chance to pause, recharge, and explore how time in nature can be used as a powerful tool for wellbeing — both personally and in the vital work they do. As with our other workshops, the session combined scientific insights into the mental health benefits of nature with practical, hands-on activities to bring these benefits to life. Participants explored how time outdoors can support wellbeing, while also learning simple, sensory ways to strengthen their everyday connection with the natural world. The afternoon was filled with reflection, fresh air, and shared experiences — leaving everyone feeling inspired, refreshed, and more connected to both nature and each other.