An emergent sapling
Joe Harkness, also known as BirdTherapy, writes and speaks about the benefits of bird watching for mental health. Here he tells his story, and the impact that nature has had on him.
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Bird Therapy, by Joe Harkness
Part of our Mental Health Awareness Series. Joe Harkness writes about the therapeutic benefits of birdwatching on his blog and Twitter account: 'Bird Therapy'. He is setting up a venture…
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