155: Dr. Thomas Doherty: Ecopsychology Researcher, Therapist and Podcaster

<p>Dr. Thomas Doherty is one of the foremost authorities on Ecopsychology and is a widely sought-after researcher and speaker on how climate change impacts mental health. He is the co-host of the new podcast, <a href= "https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/climate-change-and-happiness/id1604241852"> Climate Change and Happiness</a>, and has a private practice in Portland, Oregon. Thomas shares his early career highlights of being a field guide in a wilderness therapy program for inner-city youth in Arizona and a therapist in a wilderness therapy program in Oregon. Thomas discusses how he transitioned to Ecopsychology and dives into the differences between Ecotherapy, Wilderness Therapy, and Adventure Therapy and how climate change impacts mental health.  </p> <p>Link to <a href= "https://www.nytimes.com/2022/02/06/health/climate-anxiety-therapy.html"> "Climate Change Enters the Therapy Room"</a> New York Times article that Thomas is profiled in.</p> <p>Link to <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Ministry-Future-Kim-Stanley-Robinson-ebook/dp/B084FY1NXB"> Ministry of for the Future</a> book mentioned in this episode.</p> <p>Link to <a href= "https://selfsustain.com/approach-style/">Thomas's website</a>.</p> <p>Bio from website:</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>About</strong>: Dr. Thomas J. Doherty is a psychologist from Portland, Oregon who specializes in applying an environmental perspective to mental health and well-being. Thomas provides individual and couples services through his business Sustainable Self, and also consults about climate change, health and wellbeing to groups and organizations.</p> <p><strong>Therapy Approach</strong>: Thomas Doherty’s approach with individuals is highly interactive and positively-focused. He integrates techniques that have been demonstrated to be effective into a unique plan for each client. A collaborative relationship with clear feedback is at the core of the work. See client <a href= "https://selfsustain.com/about/client-testimonials/">testimonials</a>.</p> <p><strong>Research and Teac