Darlene has found her soul's calling through her practice of Forest Therapy. Finding ANFT and being part of this community and organization has enriched and opened many doors that bring wholeness and bodyfullness to Darlene's life. As a Forest Therapy Guide, mentor, and trainer-in-training, Darlene offers an open and compassionate heart, a bright spirit, and a capacity to hold a safe and brave space for those she guides. In 2018, she founded Nature Heals Forest Therapy in Longmont, CO, where she guides Forest Therapy Walks. Darlene offers one on one, group and team-building walks in her community. For as long as Darlene can remember, the natural world has been her place for deep connection, support, and healing. Sharing this practice with others brings deep joy and fulfillment to her as she witnesses others cultivating and discovering their own relationship with the natural world. She has been a massage therapist for 20 years, offering healing touch and a space for her clients to realign, rest and heal from the inside out.