CIH Social and Therapeutic Horticulture Special Interest Group Webinar
1 December 2026
Using Research to Strengthen Nature-based Therapy Practice
Join Enrico Meglioli, researcher and nature-based therapy practitioner, and Nicola Rowntree-Carroll, Chair of the Association of Social Therapeutic Horticulture Facilitators in Ireland (ASTHFI), as they explore how research can support and strengthen Social and Therapeutic Horticulture practice. Enrico will share findings from his study on the impact of nature-based therapies on facilitators and participants, while Nicola will discuss how ASTHFI has used this learning to support practitioner wellbeing through supervision and peer support.
Speaker biographies
Enrico Meglioli holds a PhD in Human Sciences and a Master's degree in Environment, Society and Culture. His research focuses on the impact of nature-based therapies on health and wellbeing, including developing approaches to strengthen evaluation and evidence within Social and Therapeutic Horticulture practice.
Nicola Rowntree-Carroll is Chair of the Association of Social Therapeutic Horticulture Facilitators in Ireland (ASTHFI). With more than 30 years' experience working in the field of sexual violence and trauma recovery, she uses horticulture and nature-based approaches to support wellbeing, resilience and personal growth
