Compassionate Roots

Compassionate Roots A nature-based counseling practice in Noblesville featuring an onsite garden.

Rooted in compassion and nurtured by nature, Compassionate Roots is the only nature-based counseling practice in Noblesville featuring an onsite garden offering in-person, virtual, and hybrid model therapy options for clients seeking a unique therapeutic experience who desire to lead a life with more peace, confidence, and clarity. About Nature-Based Therapy
Nature-based therapy (also known as eco

therapy) is rooted the belief that when we slow down, move away from the daily overwhelm, and allow our minds and bodies to reconnect with nature, we are able to better let go of stress and anxiety-driven thoughts, and instead, clear our minds and focus on presence and connection with ourselves and the world around us. Intentional time spent in nature is scientifically proven to:
Reduce stress
Improve cognitive abilities
Lower anxiety
Improve blood pressure
Lower heart rate
Increase confidence and self-esteem
Improve feelings of loneliness
Improve mood


More than anything, we believe that therapy should feel peaceful, authentic, and compassionate. Whether you’d like to spend time gardening and connecting with the earth in our outdoor space or you’d like to simply relax in a hammock while enjoying the beauty of nature around you, we have a place for you.

It was a pleasure to attend the Taste of Business/Made in Noblesville for our third consecutive year. Reconnecting with ...
04/23/2026

It was a pleasure to attend the Taste of Business/Made in Noblesville for our third consecutive year. Reconnecting with familiar faces from previous years was rewarding and really highlights the strong sense of community and support within the Noblesville community, specifically for small business owners.
We were delighted to share our well-loved seed packets and lavender sachets once again. It was fun to hear that many of you we met during previous years still have your lavender from last year and wanted to stop by for a fresh one.

At Compassionate Roots, our mission extends beyond business; we are dedicated to fostering meaningful connections. These interactions allow us to promote mental health awareness, normalize the importance of therapy, and share the benefits of nature while advocating for environmental protection. It's uplifting to see how many Noblesville residents feel the same.

Thank you for another lovely evening. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting so many of you and look forward to next year!

Natalie and Mary are so excited to host our 3rd Annual Seed and Plant Swap at Compassionate Roots! This event has become...
04/11/2026

Natalie and Mary are so excited to host our 3rd Annual Seed and Plant Swap at Compassionate Roots! This event has become a wonderful way to connect, and we invite you to stop by to chat, ask garden questions, or simply relax outside. If you want to come but worry about being awkward, we are unique ourselves and promise we won't force conversation or make it weird. If you have kids, they are welcome to play on the grounds 🌳

Event Details:

- Date: May 2nd
- Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Location: 154 Carey Drive, Noblesville, IN 46060

Compassionate Roots is located in a little blue house designed for eco-therapy. We will have a mud pie station set up, along with activities like bubbles, chalk, and nature crafts for children to enjoy.

Available for Trade/Share (individually potted):
🌻Check back to this original post for updates on additional plant availability🌻

Outdoor Plants: Black-eyed Susans, yarrow (various colors), Maximilian sunflowers (perennial), and gourd seeds.

Houseplant Cuttings: Pothos and spider plants.

The swap is free and open to all nature lovers, regardless of experience level or whether you have items to bring. We will have some seating available, but feel free to bring your own chair just in case.

Please keep an eye on this post for updates regarding plant availability. We look forward to seeing you there!

Message Natalie@compassionateroots.com if you have any questions!

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Don't forget to take time to enjoy nature 🌳
03/13/2026

Don't forget to take time to enjoy nature 🌳

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03/13/2026

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After successful seasons as an advanced clinical intern with Compassionate Roots, Mikey has proven to be an excellent fi...
02/17/2026

After successful seasons as an advanced clinical intern with Compassionate Roots, Mikey has proven to be an excellent fit for our model and has joined our team of therapists. Our approach emphasizes an organic therapeutic environment tailored to each client, integrating nature, music, and creativity to move away from a sterile setting and toward a natural environment for healing. Mikey's laid-back demeanor, warm smile, and passion for people put his clients at ease.

Mikey filled his caseload quickly during his practicum, and as he moves into a formal role, we are excited to open more slots for him to increase his therapeutic impact.

He offers complimentary consultations to ensure a good match and client comfort prior to committing to the therapeutic relationship. Mikey is available for both virtual and in-person sessions and has extensive experience treating those with a history of substance use disorder, as well as families impacted by it. Additionally, Mikey connects well with neurodivergent clients.

To learn more about Compassionate Roots and submit an inquiry to work with Mikey, visit our website: www.compassionateroots.com

Domestic violence occurs across all geographic and socioeconomic populations, affecting both women and men who live amon...
01/05/2026

Domestic violence occurs across all geographic and socioeconomic populations, affecting both women and men who live among us. The sad truth is that domestic violence incidents often increase during the holidays.

As many of us have seen in the local news this holiday season, this unfortunate trend has held true once again.

Please remember to never judge or make assumptions about people surviving and trying to escape domestic violence. Believe them.

Hello everyone, and Happy New Year!Compassionate Roots is offering a cost-free training opportunity for mental health pr...
12/31/2025

Hello everyone, and Happy New Year!

Compassionate Roots is offering a cost-free training opportunity for mental health professionals interested in integrating nature-based interventions into their clinical work.

We are currently seeking ten participants for a pilot ecotherapy training program. This is an ideal consultation group for anyone looking to learn more about this valuable tool.

The program includes:

- A 90-minute training session covering the principles of ecotherapy and its practical clinical application.
- Two additional 45-minute process groups for clinical case consultation.

This course is offered at no cost to participants in exchange for your active engagement and constructive feedback.

The training will be hosted by Mary Ridley, MSW, LCSW, owner/founder of Compassionate Roots, a mental health private practice that utilizes onsite gardens and nature-based treatments.

To secure your enrollment, kindly send an email to info@compassionateroots.com.

With the start of the new year, I have decided to turn my passion for nature and mental health into a blog series. Knowl...
12/31/2025

With the start of the new year, I have decided to turn my passion for nature and mental health into a blog series. Knowledge is power, and the more people I can reach with this information, the better. We are all a part of nature, and we are never alone when we center ourselves within our natural environment. 🌳🌻🪺🌎

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🦋 Photography opportunity! 🦋Compassionate Roots did it. We have butterflies everywhere!In a 5-minute walk through our ga...
10/08/2025

🦋 Photography opportunity! 🦋

Compassionate Roots did it. We have butterflies everywhere!

In a 5-minute walk through our garden, you are guaranteed to see at least four or more butterflies dancing among our flowers. (These are cell-phone pictures.)

There are only a few weeks left to enjoy their beauty, and we want to offer an opportunity for wildlife and aspiring photographers to enjoy our ecosystem. Please email mary@compassionateroots.com if you would like to come photograph. This would be a great opportunity for teens and students that enjoy photography and nature.

Pressed flower lanterns might be our new favorite workshop! Thank you all for joining us! What a peaceful afternoon to c...
09/13/2025

Pressed flower lanterns might be our new favorite workshop! Thank you all for joining us! What a peaceful afternoon to create and enjoy time together. 🌿🌸

While Compassionate Roots primarily operates as a therapy practice committed to mental well-being, offering community events like this workshop is integral to our mission. We are dedicated to cultivating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment where individuals feel comfortable expressing their individuality, exploring their creativity, and connecting with others. These events serve as an extension of our commitment to fostering a supportive community and connecting others with nature.

We'll see you at our next event!

Tomorrow at 3 PM is our pressed flower lanterns workshop. We have more than 500 flowers ready, unique jar shapes and siz...
09/12/2025

Tomorrow at 3 PM is our pressed flower lanterns workshop. We have more than 500 flowers ready, unique jar shapes and sizes, twinkle lights, cookies, and good chill vibes.😊😊🌿✨️ 🪷🌸🌼

We will keep ticket sales on our Eventbrite page open until midnight. 🎟️💻🌙

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pressed-flower-vaseslanterns-workshop-tickets-1555060370429?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwdGRjcAMxDZxjbGNrAzENjGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEecMMb7VdetkSnPC_r63z1XYxfwnG2ynVuVN4jHGryoFuq8rh9LbVWlDySgSU_aem_fZTDr8Ts-1T_LXgR9t0p2w

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