When you take a flower in your hand and really look at it, it's your world for the moment. I want to give that world to someone else." - Georgia O'Keeffe |
The Mid-Atlantic Horticultural Therapy Network is a group of practicing and aspiring horticultural therapy practitioners who are dedicated to expanding the acceptance of horticultural therapy as a recognized therapeutic and rehabilitative discipline. Learn more about our organization here.
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The Many Benefits of Horticultural therapyA horticultural therapist uses the connection between people, plants, and gardens to support growth and healing. It helps improve cognitive, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being, and can be used in healthcare, schools, rehabilitation programs, and residential settings. For more on the benefits of HT, click here! | Our member's only pages include job postings. If you are not a member, join now to gain access. If you have a job to share with our members, please email the information to info@mahtn.org |
MAHTN is a group of practicing and aspiring horticultural therapists and other professionals interested in HT/TH in the Mid-Atlantic region (NY, PA & NJ and beyond!). This group is dedicated to expanding the acceptance of horticultural therapy as a recognized therapeutic and rehabilitative discipline. MAHTN's member meetings are held quarterly and typically include an informative presentation on topics related to HT, a site visit, HT activity demonstrations, and, of course, time for networking with colleagues. Learn more about being a MAHTN member here. | MAHTN membership includes:
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