Integrating eco-therapy into coaching psychology: A dual case study of grounding, meaning-making, and emergent agency.

This article examines the integration of eco-therapy—nature-based psychological practices—and coaching psychology to support individuals experiencing climate-related emotional distress. Through a dual-case qualitative study involving two women, one coached outdoors and one online, the research identifies key themes including embodied reconnection with nature and self, meaning-making through metaphor and imagery, and the adaptation of eco-therapeutic practices into daily life. Findings suggest that eco-therapy-informed coaching can facilitate emotional regulation, reflective insight, and values-led agency despite challenges such as emotional intensity and the vast scale of the climate crisis. While limited by its small sample and single-session design, the study highlights the potential for coaching psychologists to foster grounded presence and purposeful engagement with ecological concerns across diverse settings.