Shannon Gorres is a certified Forest Therapy Guide and employs mindful immersion in nature to support healing and wellness in her clients. She combines nature therapy and emotional counseling to lower stress hormones, lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety and depression, and decrease chronic pain. Two to three hours of outside exposure and exploring senses and surroundings has a calming and grounding effect. Shannon recommends locations like the Rotary Arboretum and the Baker Wetlands and also bicycling for seeking a natural experience. Lawrence Public Library has an excellent collection of resources on Forest Therapy. Shannon also has a back ground in social work and a Masters in Divinity Studies.
