"My work as an end-of-life doula means I'm navigating vulnerable spaces around grief and loss on a regular basis. But I find that being in a supportive role often means I'm doing less to track my own grief experiences. This is especially true when it comes to personal grief related to climate change, ecosystem collapse, etc. The Thicket course was so valuable in that it offered both a container and an outlet for me to learn about and be in creative dialogue with the various faces of my own grief. The content is dynamic, embodied, and is curated in such a way that all parts of you feel tended to and incorporated into the experience. I truly wish everyone could be gifted this sacred and thoughtful opportunity."

ELIZABETH

End-of-Life Doula and ED of the Peaceful Presence Project
USA

"As an activist working on the climate crisis, my mental health often was put on hold in the face of the urgency of the crises we are facing. The Thicket course helped me to slow down, and take seriously the need to better take care of my mental health. It provided useful tools, strategies and techniques, which will strengthen my well being and, by doing so, my activism too."

ALEX

South Africa Climate Justice Campaigner at 350.org
South Africa

"Thicket helped me to connect deeply with myself, my fellow human beings, and the Earth. Through participating in this group, I feel better able to hold my emotions related to climate change and I know what I can do to manage those emotions if they become overwhelming."

ALLEGRA

Clinical psychology student and researcher on climate change anxiety
Canada

"I feel very privileged to have been a part of this program, and have carried so much with me into my daily life – more courage to deeply connect with other humans, more space to allow myself to connect with my deep grief and deep joy, more permission to intentionally and regularly connect with the natural world, and more conviction to ensure I stay balanced in my work. Thank you so much for being such loving and intentional facilitators of this experience – I learned so much from not only the content and resources you provided, but from your way of being in the world."

JULIA

University Professor
USA

"Thicket brought me solace through connection, while challenging me as an individual. It opened up space for both grief and joy in my life as I continue to navigate the climate crisis. The eight weeks flew by, but I know that the discussions, practices and experiences that began here will continue to sustain and stimulate me well beyond the end of the program. Having participated in this training, I feel better prepared to care for myself and others during whatever lies ahead."

ALINE

Ecologist
USA

"I was feeling pathological (about feelings related to climate grief, spirituality, disillusionment about current systems) before Thicket. The training showed me that a LOT of other people feel this way. That there is power in feeling, and there are tools to help. The training acted as medicine for a hurt that isn’t always recognized or validated in my everyday life."

HALIE

Lead Sustainability & Community, US Advancement Strategist

"I stumbled upon Thicket at the exact moment I needed a group like this. I am so grateful for the care and intentionality that Elizabeth and Eva put into creating this space for us. I felt an instant kinship to the other participants and looked forward to our biweekly gatherings. This group inspired me, challenged me, and made me feel less alone in navigating the climate crisis we're all experiencing. I feel more equipped and grounded to continue my work as a climate-aware therapist and although my Thicket experience is over, I carry the stories and wisdom of this special group with me."

MEG

Psychotherapist
USA

"Thicket Training was an opportunity to strengthen my internal resilience in a safe space to express my emotions and have support for my own practice."

NATHALIA

WTR facilitator
Brazil