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Nature-Based Therapy Center Launches Amid Mental Health Crisis

9/11/2025

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Willow Wellbeing Wales, established by Julie Johnson, is a therapy center in Llanychaer, Wales, focusing on mental health through nature-based activities.
It provides workshops in plant medicine, pottery, and cooking to enhance community and emotional well-being.
A study from RCSI University indicates over 25% of adolescents experience poor mental health, underscoring the need for youth-friendly spaces.
Cork City Council plans a 116-hectare park to improve recreational options and biodiversity, seeking community input.
Research supports the mental health benefits of nature, highlighting the role of green spaces in urban planning.

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Story summary

Willow Wellbeing Wales, established by Julie Johnson, is a therapy center in Llanychaer, Wales, focusing on mental health through nature-based activities.
It provides workshops in plant medicine, pottery, and cooking to enhance community and emotional well-being.
A study from RCSI University indicates over 25% of adolescents experience poor mental health, underscoring the need for youth-friendly spaces.
Cork City Council plans a 116-hectare park to improve recreational options and biodiversity, seeking community input.
Research supports the mental health benefits of nature, highlighting the role of green spaces in urban planning.