Consults and Talks in Forest Therapy
Translating the science of nature connection into accessible pathways that inspire and restore
Bringing Forest Therapy to Wider Communities
Beyond guided walks and retreats, Youmin Yap is available for consultations and talks across a wide range of forest therapy–related topics. These include Forest Therapy research design and implementation, Forest Bathing trail certification, the integration of Forest Therapy into wellness programs and more.
Trained in evidence-based and methodological approaches, Youmin brings a grounded, logical perspective to her work. At the same time, her extensive experience as an ANFT Forest Therapy Guide, ANFT Senior Trainer, and Certified Shinrin-Yoku International Instructor allows her to blend science with the art and heart of guiding. Together with her background in education, she delivers concepts in ways that are both easy to understand and deeply engaging.
Youmin has shared her expertise in settings ranging from global conferences and universities to governmental ministries and NGOs. Each consultation and talk translates the wisdom of forest therapy into practical, evidence-informed insights that both inspire and clarify.
Recognised and Invited by Leading Institutions
Scroll down for our photo gallery from these talks, consults and engagement events.
Rooted in Nature,
Shared in Practice
Areas of Expertise in Forest Therapy - Topics for Organisations, Communities, and Education
Each consultation and talk is tailored to the audience — grounded in evidence, enriched with lived practice, and shaped by the needs of the community. Here are some possible themes, topics and applications.
Co-creation for Community, Social Care & Tourism Applications
Designing forest therapy programmes and workshops that deliver impactful applications for vulnerable groups including dementia and hospice patients, women’s groups and caregivers; as well as for attractions and partners in the tourism sector.
Forest Therapy and Psychosocial Wellbeing
Exploring the impact of forest bathing on cancer care, dementia support, and mental wellness — how nature connection can restore resilience and support emotional health.
Consultation in Forest Bathing Trails Design & Certification
Supporting venues and landowners in designing, developing, and attaining certification for therapeutic trails and sites through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs.
Consultation in
Forest Therapy
Research
Partnering with academics and scientists to establish and design research protocols that investigate various forest therapy parameters of interest.
Rest and Renewal in Modern Life
Sharing practices such as Yoga Nidra and mindful rest that help professionals, caregivers, and communities manage stress, prevent burnout, and cultivate resilience.
Forest Therapy in Urban Environments
Adapting forest therapy to cities, parks, and workplaces — making the wisdom of nature accessible in modern urban environments.
In Focus:
Gallery of Talks and Consult Highlights
森林療癒基地顧問及資訊 Forest Therapy Program, Sites and Trails Consultations for 林業及⾃然保 Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency (Ping Tung Branch), Ministry of Agriculture, Taiwan, 2025
Talk - Forest Therapy in Urban Gardens and Forests Supports Psychosocial Wellbeing in Cancer Patients at the World Forest Therapy Congress, Korea, 2024
森林療癒工作坊 Forest Bathing Workshop for 國立屏東科技大學 National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan, 2024
Consultation and evaluation of trails and activities for scientific pilot study on nature walking and mindfulness for psychosocial well-being for the NUS Mind Science Centre and the National Parks Board Singapore, 2024
Consultation and video scripting for a virtual forest bathing exhibit for the D.S. Lee Foundation Mind Art Experiential Lab (MAElab), NUS Mind Science Centre exhibition
Talk - Forest Therapy in the City: Fantasy or Necessity - Insights from Hong Kong and Singapore at the International Forest Therapy Conference, United States, 2019
Forest Bathing Special Interest Circle Training for volunteers for Society for Wings, 2023 and 2025
Forest Bathing Seminar for the Department of Tourism, Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines in 2019.
Talk - Urban Forest Therapy at the Therapeutic Horticulture Seminar, National Parks Board, Singapore, 2018
Why partner with and invite Youmin
With more than 400 guided walks and extensive collaborations across healthcare, education, corporate, and community sectors, Youmin brings both credibility and care into every talk and consultation. Holding an MSc in Life Sciences and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, she bridges evidence-based understanding with lived wisdom — offering guidance that is both credible and deeply human.
Recognised with the Singapore Tourism Board’s Outstanding Wellness Award and invited to speak at global congresses, Youmin Yap also offers perspectives that are regionally grounded and globally relevant. Her approach bridges science, mindfulness, and poetic presence — leaving audiences informed, inspired, and renewed.
Selected Forest Bathing Consults & Talk Topics by Youmin
Sharing the forest’s wisdom across Asia and the world.
2025
Forest Bathing Community Group and Leaders Training | Singapore Cancer Society, 2025
林療癒基地顧問及資訊 Forest Therapy Program, Sites and Trails Consultations | 林業及⾃然保 Forestry and Nature Conservation Agency (Ping Tung Branch), Ministry of Agriculture, Taiwan, 2025
森林療癒工作坊 Forest Therapy Workshop | 雙流國家森林遊樂區 Shuangliu National Forest Recreation Area, Taiwan, 2025
Forest Bathing Special Interest Circle | Society for Wings, 2023, 2025
2024
Consultation and evaluation of trails and activities for scientific pilot study on nature walking and mindfulness for psychosocial well-being | NUS Mind Science Centre, National Parks Board, 2024
Forest Therapy in Urban Gardens and Forests Supports Psychosocial Wellbeing in Cancer Patients | World Forest Therapy Congress, Korea, 2024
Well-being and Being Well with Rest | MINDEF HQSS Mental Wellness Day, 2024
森林療癒工作坊 Forest Bathing Workshop | 國立屏東科技大學 National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan, 2024
Virtual Forest Bathing consultation and video scripting | D.S. Lee Foundation Mind Art Experiential Lab (MAELab), NUS Mind Science Centre, 2024
Nature and Forest Therapy | Master of Landscape Architecture, NUS, 2019, 2021, 2023, 2024
2021-2023
Virtual Reality Forest Bathing Project Consulting & Scripting | Singapore University of Social Sciences, 2023
Forest Bathing Special Interest Circle | Society for WINGS, 2023
Forest Bathing | Learn@HCA: Because I Care | HCA Hospice, 2023
Mindful Immersive Nature Therapy for People Living with Dementia | Apex Harmony Lodge, 2022
Rejuvenate with Forest Bathing - Nature & Creativity | Future of Learning, National Library Board Singapore, 2021
Forest Therapy for Wellbeing | Department Safety Day, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, NUS, 2021
Forest Therapy Special Collections | CAPTISS Student Symposium, College of Alice & Peter Tan, NUS, 2021
2018-2020
Resting for Your Wellbeing | Learning and Organisational Development Conference, Civil Service College, 2020
Resting and Being Well through Mindful Embodied Processes | Safety Fiesta, Institute of Mental Health, 2020
#ThrivingFromRest and Yoga Nidra | Virtual Conscious Festival, Green Is The New Black, 2020
Forest Therapy in the City: Fantasy or Necessity? - Insights from Hong Kong and Singapore | International Forest Therapy Conference, USA, 2019
Forest Bathing Seminar | Department of Tourism, Cordillera Administrative Region, Philippines, 2019
Urban Forest Therapy | International Forest Therapy Day, Finland, 2018
Urban Forest Therapy | Therapeutic Horticulture Seminar, “Connecting People with Nature”, Centre for Urban Greenery and Ecology, National Parks Board, 2018
Engage Youmin to Speak or Consult
Whether you are an academic institution, government agency, corporate wellness team, or community organisation, forest therapy can be tailored to meet your needs.
Talks may take the form of keynote lectures, intimate workshops, or conference presentations, while consultations may include program design, research applications, or content creation.