Taking in the forest atmosphere at Mass Audubon’s Wachusett Meadow Wildlife Sanctuary in Princeton, MA
Reconnect with nature.
There’s no time like the present moment, and there’s never been a better time than now to put your phone down, turn off the news, disengage from social media, and reconnect with nature through forest bathing with Mike Sidoti, a passionate, experienced, and credentialed forest therapy guide.
Bathing in the colors of autumn among the quiet trees at Redemption Rock at the Trustees in Princeton, MA
Enrich your well-being.
When you disconnect from the daily grind and reconnect with nature, you’ll reconnect with yourself. Plus, the health and wellness benefits are profound, and the evidence is clear.
Mike is professionally trained to deliver an experience that will enrich your well-being as he gently guides you through an experiential and restorative forest bathing session that - in less than two hours - will leave you feeling relaxed, refocused, reconnected, and renewed.
Noticing nature’s elegance in the front yard
Engage your senses.
Mike’s forest bathing sessions shift you out from the busyness of daily life and being on autopilot and into the joy of the here-and-now.
Mike’s approach grounds you in the present moment, consciously engages your senses, and fosters a state of calmness, ease, and deepening connection with nature.
Observing the magic of a rainbow at Rutland State Park in Rutland, MA
Quiet the mind.
Silence the noise, quiet the mind, nourish your being, and embody the present moment. Step away from the distractions and stressors of the modern world and join Mike on the trail.
Relishing in the solitude of the forest at Mass Audubon’s Wachusett Meadows in Princeton, MA
Simply be with nature.
Mike’s mission is to hold a welcoming space for others to safely enjoy and experience the positive attributes that arise when you reconnect with nature. His sessions are sequenced to lower your stress level, induce relaxation, prompt sensory awareness, and allow you to simply be with nature.
Testimonials
“I really enjoyed my guided forest therapy session with Mike. He immediately established a welcoming and grounding presence that was calming and relaxing. I was able to escape the busyness of everyday life and experience the therapeutic benefits that nature offers. In just under two hours, I felt refreshed and refocused. Spending a little bit of time in a natural environment is so healing and the good news is that the forest, nature, and the outdoors are always there to enjoy amidst the hustle and bustle of it all. I highly recommend taking a guided walk with Mike to reconnect with yourself and our natural surroundings.”
“I had the honor of mentoring Mike as he trained to become a forest therapy guide and I am deeply impressed by his growth, dedication, and natural affinity for this work. Mike brings a unique blend of compassion, curiosity, and deep respect for nature to a forest therapy session. Anyone who walks with Mike can expect to be held in a safe and welcoming space. His warm, grounded presence will put you at ease, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the forest.”
“Mike is a wonderful guide. You immediately feel that his innately deep connection with nature is authentic, and genuine. During your forest therapy session with him you will feel safe and well-cared for.”
“I really loved my experience with Mike. He made me feel very safe and comfortable as I dropped into a meditative state. I felt so calm and peaceful afterwards. He is a true professional - highly recommend!”
“I am a lover of the outdoors and I hike frequently. On my guided walk with Mike, I was pleased at how enriching my experience was. He offered invitations that provided an opportunity for me to explore my own connectedness with nature. He provides a different perspective and a richer experience for people who are beginner and experienced nature enthusiasts.”
Mike Sidoti, M.Ed., MBA | Certified Forest Therapy Guide | Board Certified Coach
