For any creative soul who might spend a lot of time in front of a computer, sitting indoors, perhaps with a lot of mental chatter in the headspace or, feeling caught between competing demands, I recommend the restorative change of pace Gregg offers through his "forest bathing" walks. You may already love getting out into nature to recharge. Or, maybe you feel like you don't get outdoors enough. Either way, experiencing one of these guided group walks In Connection with Nature will be unlike whatever you might imagine -- and, that's a good thing. Through a series of creative "invitations" outdoors to awaken your senses, I never know what will "show up" in my internal experience. Whatever I end up noticing, effectively deepens my connection with myself first. I can relax, center and, more fully resource myself with the natural wisdom -- beyond linear thought and reason -- which is already available to me. The elements of subtlety, depth, playful curiosity and surprise which unfold through an organic, group experience isn't just a rich shared experience. For me, it anchors an important reminder of my own nature as part of nature -- simply being part of the boundless wonder, power and magnificence. Without efforting to be! With the freedom and permission to be with all that is, just as we are, the non-judgmental "container" created being In Connection with Nature offers a magical and healing opportunity to welcome everything we may feel, spanning wordless grief to ecstatic joy. And, through the lenses into the outer and inner worlds simultaneously, the opportunity here to come fully alive and be present to our deeper truths is a gift -- that, not only we get to give to ourselves in the forest but, that we get to maintain for ourselves even after leaving the forest. read more

I have already had a deep understanding that we came from this Earth, so the reconnection to our Mother is real and profound. Being in nature, before the discovery of Shinrin Roku, has without fail, always brought me back to "normal" and feeling replenished. Two years ago while attending a healing workshop in San Francisco, I saw that "Ecotherapy" was offered by Gregg. The description attached to this form of healing drew me in--connecting with nature, meditative walking--all having a list health benefits. This was my first dose. Experiencing only about 30 minutes of this had extreme relaxation effects, so when I learned that Gregg led even longer walks, I made the commitment right there and then to nature therapy. I have been on a couple of more walks with Gregg since then, not as often as I had wanted, but those walks gave me the right healing and restoration that I needed at the right time of my life. Gregg will tell you about the science behind how these walks increase your immune system, how they reduce your blood pressure, how they reduce your stress, how it increases your energy level and help improve your sleep--but you must experience it yourself. Today where technology keeps too many of us plugged in, these walks reminds us where we came from, to get back in touch with ourselves, and to others, naturally. read more

You may imagine a walk in nature as hearing and seeing interesting facts about local flora and fauna. But you haven't yet taken a walk with Gregg. Gregg includes the "deeper you" in his experiences. His gentle invitations prompt us to not only see nature from a different perspective but also just BE in nature and express ourselves from that place. With Gregg we become attuned together in nature. This is what is really special about walks with Gregg. We find ourselves tuning into the people we came with in delightful, unanticipated ways. Gregg's walks are ideal for families that are longing for simple ways to just be together without cell phone interruptions from young and old. Whether you're a group with members who know each other well or a group of people just getting to know each other, Gregg provides wonderfully connective experiences wrapped in Nature Herself. read more

I suffer from pretty bad anxiety and these walks with Gregg have always been a huge help for me, with the calming effects often lasting at least well into the following week. Gregg's approach of moving in an extremely intentional way through nature, guiding a journey as much internal as external, is a welcome contrast to the "book learning" of other nature guide experiences I've had. It's nice being able to identify flora, but I'd much rather feel my own body and be present in the moment, something Gregg has helped me to do repeatedly. I totally recommend this if you have time and a desire to show up for yourself. If you're trying to bookend 4 different things in a day, this won't be a great fit. If you want to expand into your own experience, you'll have a wonderful time. read more

I did a forest walk with Gregg. I was looking for connection to nature to help me find answers to difficult questions I had bubbled up inside me. My work life was really stressful at the time and I was feeling disconnected from my partner. I have this center of calmness and peace that I can tap into when things get hectic. It's an amazing skill to have, but it does get depleted from time to time. When I first got into the walk, I was anxious and easily distracted. The one exercise that really cracked at my anxiety was the trust walk. It was beautifully led and I felt held by my partner in the exercise. I felt safe enough to play, which was huge for me! I left from the walk feeling grounded and present to the sensations in my body. I felt like my center was restored. read more

Gregg is an extraordinarily skilled EFT/tapping practitioner. Soft spoken and gentle with a warm heart and sense of humor, he quickly brings you to a place of trust and openness to look deeper into your own being. Gregg has such a natural grace as a practitioner, like a world-class ice skater gliding effortlessly across the ice, he makes it seem so easy I thought I could do just as well on my own...until he was away for several weeks. I then found it nearly impossible to fully focus on the issue I was tapping while at the same time move forward into deeper interconnected issues. Without hesitation, if you are someone seeking to address and heal your deeper issues, I would highly recommend Gregg. read more

I have always turned to nature as a source of renewal and connection to myself and to the world. As I enter a time of much transition in my life, I knew that I needed to connect with nature in deeper, more intentional ways. When the opportunity to attend a forest therapy walk with Gregg Berman came up, I did not hesitate. What I experienced, in community with eight other beautiful souls, was a carefully tended and profound container for the depth of connection I was seeking. More, I learned specific practices that I can use at other times to draw wisdom and healing from natural places in new ways. I will definitely attend future walks. read more

Gregg Berman is the perfect guide for a journey into mindfulness, reflection and playful exploration in nature. His own feelings of ease and connection with the forest are infectious. I felt like I was exactly where I needed to be. We grounded ourselves and opened our senses. Gregg guided us in meditation and through solo and partnered activities. How challenging these are-- how far outside your comfort zone-- is up to you. It was a wonderful way to disconnect from my busy life and reconnect to something larger. Gregg did a marvelous job facilitating this journey and reminding us how safe, accessible and abundant nature can be. read more

Gregg connected compassionately with the concerns I presented. My EFT sessions with him helped move me to several profound personal insights. His warm and caring manner made it easy for me to open up. His ability to guide the sessions and incorporate reflective exercises for exploring emotions such as grief and self-sabotage was amazing. He gave me some super helpful tools and techniques to help me continue my healing work on my own in the days and weeks following. I would highly recommend Gregg as an EFT practitioner. He is a powerful guide for personal growth. read more

I had several EFT (Emotional Freedom Tapping) sessions with Gregg Berman and found the training deeply curative. He is an especially caring teacher who was able to adapt the training and guide me in the best direction for healing. I expect to continue internal healing with Gregg as I move forward in resolving my health challenges. I am looking forward to expanding the EFT in a Connection With Nature session. I highly recommend Gregg Berman for anyone who is seeking internal healing. read more

Gregg holds an exquisitely safe space for more of me to unfold. Each part of my being who has something to say is welcome and encouraged to be seen and felt and to speak. Gregg's spot-on intuition guides me deeper towards myself with curiousity. Tapping with Gregg leads me on a journey of fuller expression and expands my ability to see new perspectives. Gregg's grounded and powerful presence actively witnesses me to see and feel.. & to h e a l. read more

My son and I attended last Sunday one of Gregg's Shinrin Roku Forest Bath experiences. It was absolutely wonderful, meditating, sensing, sharing with each other in the most beautiful Redwood forest. Gregg was attentive, inspiring, creative and trust enducing. Given my personal experience I love to recommend you to share the experience with a loved one. It does not only brings you closer to nature but also to your child, partner, friend... read more

I'm a practicing physician and know the importance of stress control for my patient's health and recovery from illness. I consider Gregg a part of my "healing team" and trust him with all my patients. Not only that, I am also his client and have made great headway in personal emotional healing that has been substantially effective in turning my own health state around. Thanks so much, Gregg! read more

I'm an avid hiker and love to be in forests. So, I didn't expect that the forest walk with Gregg would be much different. Boy, I was WRONG! The forest walk he led of a dozen or so, really was a memorable, healing experience of connecting with the energy of nature in a different tempo and tone than regular walking or hiking. A sublimely sweet anchoring experience! read more

I have very bad insomnia and my life has been stressful lately. I was feeling distance from my husband. Gregg has been a great help for me. I did a few EFT sessions with Gregg and I can feel the calmness, peace and acceptance after each session. Gregg is So Gifted, he has this amazing way to help me feel so much better, and able to connect with myself. read more