Overview
Ecopsychology examines the psychological, spiritual, and therapeutic aspects of human-nature relationships, concern about environmental issues, and responsibility for protecting natural places and other species. The Journal places psychology and mental health disciplines in an ecological context and recognizes the links between human health, culture, and the health of the planet. With contributions from a diverse collaboration of psychotherapists, social science researchers and contributors from other environmental-related fields, Ecopsychology is the only peer-reviewed journal of its kind. The Journal publishes theoretical papers, original and applied research, essays, case studies, examples of therapeutic practice, and book and media reviews.
Ecopsychology coverage includes:
- The role of connection to nature in healthy development and self-identity
- Emotional and psychological factors that drive environmental issues
- Ecotherapy and the use of wilderness for health and healing
- Coping with anxiety or grief about environmental destruction
- Investigations into the subjective, experiential, and existential states associated with connectedness to nature and ecocentric conceptions of self and identity
- Effective ways to motivate sustainable behaviors
- Spiritual and cultural practices that support a healthy environment
Ecopsychology is under the editorial leadership of Editor-in-Chief Thomas Joseph Doherty, PsyD, Lewis & Clark Graduate School of Education and Counseling, and other leading investigators. View the entire editorial board.
Audience: Researchers; psychologists; social and environmental scientists; healthcare providers; and individuals interested in environmental sustainability, conservation, and advocacy; among others