Effective. Efficient. Earthy.

“I participated in a creative, land based decision making workshop with Sarah West to support the development of a municipal climate action plan. It was the perfect collaborative, experiential learning opportunity for this… Through Sarah we were given the tools to creatively engage with the natural world, we worked through our question in a unique way. Especially in my line of work, where I spent 99% of my time behind a computer it was an amazing opportunity to look at a challenging group question in a unique but important way, giving us the lens and space to reconnect with nature and remind me why I do the work that I do and why it is so meaningful to me…I can’t wait to do another workshop with Sarah.”

• Avery, Environmental Project Management Consultant

“Regardless of previous connection with the land or what they think they know about their work, themselves and their local environment, putting time and energy into a session like this will change their perspective and more deeply connect them with themselves, their colleagues and /or their local environment – and likely all three!

If there was a way to require work like this for people/teams engaged in environmental policy development, on a regular basis, we would make better policies and we would implement them more collaboratively and effectively.”

• City administrator & program manager who worked with Earthen Vision’s creative, land based practices in policy development planning and public engagement sessions

“Sarah is gifted with an intuitive, spiritual connection to the earth and she has honed her ability through years of professional training and cultural exploration. When working with Sarah, one can feel that she has gone into the depths of herself, and because of this, she holds the capacity to companion others on a dedicated path of self-inquiry.”

• Client

“My experience in the training really supported me in creating a stronger container for the work I’ve already been doing as a therapist, integrating in the eco arts therapies and working with the land. I myself have Indigenous roots, and working with the and, with mother earth and her cycles has really supported me personally. I bring this connection with the land into my work supporting others. Sarah and the framework she’s created has helped to provide and support me in developing more of my own roots, and a framework for the work I’ve been doing, deepening my intentions for this work.”

• Lindsay Ashmore, Body-Centered, Creative Arts Psychotherapist, Coach, & Guide, on taking the Triple Spiral Framework Practitioner’s training

“Sarah offered an incredibly rich and creative way to tackle what can be very dry and laborious subjects. I felt so engaged by the process and held by the facilitator. It was fun, productive and tapped into broader ways of knowing and understanding.”

• K.L. Kivi, Projects and Campaigns Co-ordinator, Autonomous Sinixt speaking to a creative, land based strategic planning process

“Working with the land is nurturing, it helps you to practice mindfulness and quiet your thoughts in order to get at what is really important. It helps one to gain clarity. I find that when I go into nature with a question (or even to find out what the question is in the first place) being in nature can help to center myself in what would be right for me at that time. Connecting with nature is a way to bring yourself back into relationship with the earth, yourself and others. I found when I treated the land with respect and honour, it helped foster my respect and honour for other human beings.”

• Co-facilitator

“In guiding me through the triple spiral framework, Sarah helped me discover my role as a facilitator, to help foster the connection between the client and the natural world. On some level, my job is to take a step back and trust. Trust that the client will find meaning in the intricacies of nature and that nature will deliver signs to help them on their way… The natural world is alive and full of teachings and guidance, if we only choose to connect and open our hearts. I feel privileged to be able to share this awareness with my clients.”

• Professional art therapist & equine facilitator who took the Triple Spiral Framework Practitioner’s Training

“She has grounded land-based art therapy in a worldview that is evidence-based and accessible to everyone while also exploring the interconnectivity of our world and existential, spiritual concerns. My connection to nature was strengthened from our time together. She helped me connect the dots on personal issues and see how nature was reflecting back to me all these possibilities for healing and hope. At the conclusion of my training, I felt an enduring calm and deep trust in the land in which I live. I am so grateful for Sarah’s wisdom and compassion and I highly recommend working with her and exploring the many offerings of Earthen Vision.”

• Professional art therapist who took the Triple Spiral Framework Practitioner’s Training

“I learned ways to come to the land around me (no matter how urban), to introduce myself, and to truly listen and observe land’s response. A response which was sure to delight us, in an eagle swooping over head, a mysterious brick foundation found in the woods, a flower that reminds us of a childhood memory, the sound of wind whispering through the leaves… After facilitating and learning with Sarah I feel completely confident.”

• Art therapist & co-facilitator who took the Triple Spiral Framework Practitioner’s training

“Your presence has been so gentle, guiding and it’s nice to have that. I really see the care and passion you have for this work, so I think you’ve provided an amazing value for the cost of what it is. Thank you for the work you’re doing, it’s fantastic and super important. Having guidance around this is so important right now.”

• Kaitlin, course participant

“I really enjoyed the training. It gives me more of a framework and makes me more resolute in my moving forward in this work. I enjoyed that we did hands-on work, and had the opportunity to present our own vision for our practice… a delightful surprise.

I’ve appreciated the ability to tangibly do this in the beginning of the course, have time to ask questions, and learn from you. You trust in our instincts and our guides, making us proactive in what we’ve learned, not just passive consumers of this knowledge. Thank you for this.”

• Clara, course participant

“Sarah is a wise, generous facilitator who emulates beautifully the principles and practices of Reciprocity Coaching. This Environmental Arts Therapy training has not only helped deepen my own relationship with the land but also given me the tools & confidence to share this approach with my clients. I highly recommend Sarah.”

• Sophie, course participant