Module 1: Therapeutic Foundations in Nature and Self-Reflection

• Introduction to Wilderness Therapy and Mirror Therapy: Definitions, History, Relevance

• The Science of Healing: Mirror Neurons, Sensory Immersion, Neuroplasticity

• Nature as Co-Therapist: How environment shapes emotional regulation

• Mirror Work as a Tool for Self-Awareness, Inner Child Healing & Trauma Recovery

• Ethical considerations & psychological safety in both approaches

 

Module 2: Techniques, Models & Approaches

• Core Models in Wilderness Therapy: Ecopsychology, Adventure-Based Interventions

• Structured Approaches in Mirror Therapy: Guided Self-Observation, Verbal Processing, Embodied Healing

• Therapeutic Rituals: Symbolism in nature, reflection rituals, grounding practices

• Creative Techniques: Mirror journaling, outdoor mindfulness, eco-art

 

Module 3: Clinical & Practical Applications

• Who Benefits? Applications for trauma survivors, neurodivergent clients, grief, body image, anxiety, youth at risk

• Designing Individual & Group-Based Interventions

• Integrating both therapies with other approaches (CBT, IFS, Mindfulness, Somatic Practices)

• Role of the therapist: Holding space in reflection and wilderness contexts

 

Module 4: Session Planning, Challenges & Closure

• Creating Safe Therapeutic Environments (Indoor & Outdoor)

• Facilitating Emotional Processing Through Mirror Work in Natural Settings

• Monitoring Progress, Evaluating Outcomes, Handling Emotional Triggers

• Case Examples, Dos & Don’ts, Ethical Boundaries in Dual Modalities

 

Practical Application (Last 2 Weeks):
No theory lectures. One of the following will be assigned by faculty for experiential integration:

• Designing a therapeutic session combining nature and reflective practices

• Creating a project report using journaled self-reflection + nature-based metaphor

• Case analysis of real-life client scenarios using integrated methods

The Certificate is accredited by the IAOTH International Association of Therapists. 

 

Being an International Accreditation Body,
Please note: We still believe the fact that more than the Certificate, it is the instructor and the teaching that matters the most. 

 

The Certificate Course is conducted by a practicing Psychologist with an experience of more than 4+ years.

 

With this certificate, you can work as a practitioner in the field with your Master's Degree in Psychology.

 

**RECORDINGS FOR EACH LECTURE WILL BE AVAILABLE.

The Program will be beneficial for:

• Recommended for individuals who are exploring master’s in psychology.
• Individuals who are research oriented and want to gain the ability to critical evaluate theories and approaches.
• Anyone who wants to practice the approach in their life.
• Individuals wanting to explore different application based trainings.
• Students from Psychology and non-psychology background.

 

**ALL THE COURSES BY THE MIND POINT ARE DESIGNED IN A WAY WHICH CAN BE UNDERSTOOD AND ENJOYED BY EVERYONE FROM ANY FIELD; BE IT PSYCHOLOGY OR NON PSYCHOLOGY BACKGROUND.**

 

How will this Certificate Course help you? 

• Educational benefits
• Focusing on the skills needed for the therapy in terms of Psychology 
• Career advantages
• It is a whole new avenue which focuses on mental health of the physical anatomy. It is a growing field, gaining recognition worldwide. A bonus for those wanting to go abroad for higher education.
• Theoretical benefit
• It can be clubbed with different theoretical approaches.
• An opportunity to learn new techniques which can calm the mind down
• An add on skill to any approach already being practised.
• **RECORDINGS FOR EACH LECTURE WILL BE AVAILABLE.

• Reference notes / Study Material
• **RECORDINGS FOR EACH LECTURE WILL BE AVAILABLE.
• **APPLICATION BASED CASE STUDIES, ACTIVITIES & EXERCISES FOR EACH POINT WILL BE INCLUDED.
• Digital Certificate of Completion
• FREE access to all the upcoming batches of this course for you to revise your knowledge about any topic, or if you miss out on any lecture(s) in the current batch. 
• Free lifetime access to clear your doubts about any topic from the course with your instructor.
• Flat 10% discount in all courses by The Mind Point for next 6 months.
• Flat 10% discount if you wish to enrol for Counselling sessions for next 6 months.
• Experiential and Practical Learning Experience
• Letter of Recommendation (if required)