Chip Matthews

Life Coach and Forest Therapy Guide

Increase optimism
Cultivate purpose
Expand Connections
Improve resiliency
Overcome grief
Connect with nature

Life Coaching

Working with a coach can be life changing. I work as a partner with clients in an exploratory process to identify creative ways to live more fully. This coaching partnership can help in personal and professional areas by revealing potentially new sources of inspiration, achievement, leadership, connections, impact and grief processing.

Guided Forest Healing Walk

Forest therapy is based on forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, a Japanese practice that has garnered attention for its ability to immerse people into their natural environment. It helps people take a deep breath and rediscover our true essence, to remember our purpose and how we can serve the world. By immersing ourselves in nature and engaging our senses, we can reap the many benefits of forest therapy such as improved immune function, cardiovascular and respiratory health, and reduced stress and depression. (Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs)

The forest is the therapist. The guide opens the doors.

M. Amos Clifford

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Endorsements

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Chip Matthews is not only an exceptional life coach and mentor, but most importantly a kind human. His ability to listen deeply and provide practical, wise steps for navigating life’s challenges is remarkable. He has been instrumental in advancing my career goals and enriching my personal life. I am deeply thankful for his guidance and the positive impact he has had on my journey. I cannot recommend him enough.
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A Forest Therapy walk facilitated by Chip Matthews is an exceptional opportunity to awaken our inherent connectedness to our natural world, awaken our innate senses, and awaken to our selves. Chip's gentle and intuitive guidance supports the student in having an immersive experience with lasting benefits.
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If you're looking to breathe deeply and take break from the chaos that is everyday life, this is an experience that you won't want to miss. Chip very gracefully guides you through the forest therapy experience, and he invites you to participate at whatever level you feel comfortable. There is ZERO pressure, and there are ZERO expectations. You are allowed to be yourself: your true, authentic, & raw self.
During this experience all of your senses will be heightened, and you will be aware of all the things around you- big and small. I have always appreciated Mother Nature and all she has to offer. I thrive on finding the "little things" that people so often miss. For me, it's usually insects or critters of some kind! It was incredible to be surrounded by like-minded people who also noticed what others so often overlook.
I left this experience feeling refreshed and connected. Not only to the Earth, but to others, and most importantly to myself. It's hard to slow down in our fast-paced world. However, it is essential for our health and happiness.
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If you've EVER been curious about getting 'out there,' I urge you to sign up for one of these experiences. I promise that you won't regret it!

About Chip Matthews

I help others to develop a more optimistic and creative mindset so that they can better manage life’s ups and downs.I help those seeking life direction to increase their self awareness, identify their core values, develop achievable goals, and define their purpose.I help others to enhance their resiliency and bounce back from difficult life events.I help those dealing with grief and loss to map out a healing journey and regain joy.

I have a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a Masters in Public Administration. I am certified Professional Coach and a certified Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guide.Throughout my career, I have conducted numerous workshops on leadership, values clarification, intention and mission development, creative solution finding, bystander intervention, team building, ethical leadership, wellbeing, and conflict resolution.I have also taught college courses in leadership theory, interpersonal skills, career and educational planning, and group dynamics.I have worked in the field of Higher Education, including the areas of Residence Life, Student Life, and New Student Orientation, for over 25 years where I have helped students learn and develop through involvement and increased self-awareness.

My intention

It is my intention to partner with others as they learn, develop, and find a greater sense of purpose and curiosity through the use of humor, creativity, and enthusiasm.

My values

I value working hard, being creative, being curious, being flexible, doing the right thing, having hope, learning, showing compassion, showing enthusiasm, and having fun.