Reconnect with Nature
at The Rooted Self Sessions

Come together in Birmingham, in community to reconnect with the earth. Through nature-based practices, somatics, mindfulness, and shared reflection, we’ll explore what it means to thrive as part of a living ecosystem.

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A monthly, circle and seasonal journey into nature, connection and self

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Hosted by me, Laura! I’m an integrative therapuetic counsellor, meditation teacher, nature therapy practitioner and a pagan priestess. If you’d like to find out more about me and my background head to my frequently asked questions.

The Rooted SELF Connection Sessions are a space to explore an intentional connection with nature, ourselves and community. 

A recent article by The Guardian shared that, since the 1800s, human connection with the natural world has fallen by over 60%. The fact that we are more disconnected from the natural world, and each other, is both a symptom of our modern way of living and a root cause of the emotional, ecological, and societal polycrisis that we now face. The article goes on to talk about an “extinction of experience” and that really spoke to me. I spend a lot of time in nature and in community and I’ve been feeling called to create a space where others can do the same.

Neuroscience shows that time spent in the natural environment can reduce stress, calm the nervous system and support resilience. But, beyond the science, we are not separate from the natural world we are an integral part of it. Nature is a living, breathing thing and our bodies, minds, and spirits are shaped by the same earth, water, air and sunlight that nurture forests, rivers, and animals. 

The Rooted Connection Sessions offers a gentle space to reconnect with the earth, the natural world, ourselves, and each other. We’ll explore this through practices including eco and nature therapy, mindfulness and meditation, somatics and embodiment, along with invitations for reflection. Sessions will be rooted in where we are seasonally. We’ll also explore archetypal energies, folklore and ecology.

At the heart of these sessions is a commitment to reciprocity with nature. How can we cultivate ways to connect that give back rather than take. We’ll also explore the energies and themes of each season, deepening our attunement to the natural cycles around us.

Keep scrolling to find out more and to book your space. You can also head here to find out more about
how nature based therapy can support you, or head to this page if you’d like to explore working with me 121.

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Reconnect with nature, nourish your wellbeing and connect with community at the Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Edgbaston Reservoir, Birmingham

This is for you if:

  • You’d like to Explore your connection with nature in an accessible setting at Birmingham Settlement’s Nature & Wellbeing Centre, Edgbaston Reservoir. With woodlands, permaculture projects, open spaces, and a cozy geodesic dome, it’s the perfect base for our nature sessions.

  • You’d like to discover practical tools to nourish and support yourself. Sessions will be rooted in psychology, eco-therapy neuroscience and earth based spirituality. We’ll be exploring ritual, meditation, somatics and the energy of the season while being held by a trauma informed counsellor, therapist and meditation teacher.

  • You’re looking to connect with others in a gentle, supportive way. Many wellbeing practices focus on individual healing and there will be plenty of opportunities for solo exploration of practices but this will also be a space to be in communit with each other and the earth. We’ll explore how to be in right relationship with ourselves each other, and the natural world. There will also be gentle, optional opportunities to share reflections.

  • You feel called to be in an intentional, trauma informed and gentle space, where you can nurture yourself and disconnect from your day to day life. If you’d like to find out a little more about me, my background and values, along with what I offer, check out my FAQs page.

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when and where

Where?
Birmingham Settlement Nature & Wellbeing Centre,
Edgbaston Reservoir,
79 Selwyn Road,
Birmingham, B16 0SL

When?
18/09/25
16/10/25
20/11/25

6:45pm - 8:15pm
Sessions begin promptly at 7pm and it will not be possible to admit late comers, so please arrive by 6:30 pm

get tickets for the rooted self connection sessions

get tickets for the rooted self connection sessions

  • There is an option to block book all three upcoming sessions for a discounted price. September, October and November’s sessions will focus on exploring the energy of Autumn.

  • Tickets are also available on a sliding scale to support accessibility. Standard ticket purchases support the provision of supported tickets for those on lower incomes. Thank you in advance to anyone who is financially able to pay it forward!

  • Supported tickets: use the code NATURESUPPORTED to take £3 off the stated ticket price. This discount is only available once per booking so if you want to come to all three sessions you’ll need to book them individually.

  • All ticket sales are non refundable and non transferable. Please refer to the terms and conditions found here.

  • An email with joining instructions will be sent out the week of the session. Emails often go to spam, so please make sure you have opted in to my mailing list. It is not possible to admit late comers.

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