ABSTRACT

We examined participant experiences of the 7-week Fishing for Wellness (FFW) nature-based group counseling protocol. Eleven white adult male and female clients aged 27–73 years (M = 47.8, SD = 14.3) completed semi-structured interviews in exploring contextual factors impacting participation, self-reported change, and possible elements within FFW contributing to that change. Data were analyzed using consensual qualitative research. Participants reported expanded self-awareness, self-efficacy, connection with self and others, and nature relatedness two to three months following the group’s termination. Findings lend initial support for applying the FFW protocol when working with clients presenting with adverse life experiences.

摘要

我们检查了为期 7 周的健康钓鱼 (FFW) 基于自然的团体咨询协议的参与者体验。11 名 27-73 岁的白人成年男性和女性客户 ( M = 47.8, SD  = 14.3) 完成了半结构化访谈，以探索影响参与的背景因素、自我报告的变化以及 FFW 中促成这种变化的可能因素。使用双方同意的定性研究分析数据。参与者报告说，在小组终止后的两到三个月内，自我意识、自我效能、与自我和他人的联系以及与自然的关系都得到了扩展。在与有不良生活经历的客户合作时，研究结果为应用 FFW 协议提供了初步支持。