About Us
At the Nature and Systems Institute, we combine Forest Therapy with programs and curricula to enhance well-being, teach systems design, and support leadership development.
Our mission is to promote a world of interconnectedness among humans, other species, and the entire natural world, fostering health and sustainable life through education, research, and cross-coalitions.
About Dr. Susan Abookire
Hello, I'm Dr. Susan Abookire. I started my career as an electrical engineer designing aviation systems for aviation safety. My journey took me to Harvard Medical School, and I entered health care with a deep passion for designing healthy, thriving systems in healthcare delivery. After over 2 decades as a healthcare executive designing healthcare delivery systems, I began teaching systems and relying on nature as our model and teacher.
One day I saw an article about Forest Bathing and becoming a Certified Forest Therapy Guide. I immediately connected with the knowledge that I was going to do this. One year later, in 2020, I began incorporating Forest Bathing and Forest Therapy in all my work. Now as a healthcare leader, educator, certified executive coach, and certified Forest Therapy guide, I dedicate my life to connecting us with ourselves, with nature, and with each other.
My programs include 1:1 coaching for women physician leader,s group coaching programs, and Nature as Medicine Practitioner training and certification. I understand the unique challenges faced by physicians, especially women. Whether you're a senior physician contemplating retirement or a mid-career physician seeking achievement and balance, join us.
Nature Based Community for Senior Physicians
At this stage in your life, you may be thinking about your legacy, transitions (both gradual or dramatic), retiring, and happiness. "
You've spent your career caring for others, and now it's time to focus on your own well-being.
My programs offer a safe space for you to explore and identify your own desires, learn how to navigate the next stage of your life, and find a supportive community.
For Mid-Career Physicians
I understand the pressures you face. The ambition, the isolation, the struggle to find balance. You're not alone.
My retreats and group coaching programs provide a supportive community where you can share your experiences, learn practical strategies to manage stress and rediscover the joy in your life and career.
Our specific goals include promoting an appreciation for the beauty of complex systems, translating an understanding of complex systems into the design of healthcare ecosystems, promoting the interconnectedness and relationships of nature as a public health strategy, and contributing to movements toward a reciprocal partnership with nature and the environment.
I invite you to join me on this journey of discovery and wellness. Let's explore the beauty of complex systems and the power of nature together. Let's find the balance you deserve.