About the Teacher
Why study with them?
My name is Madelyn Steen and I’m a queer trauma ecotherapist by day and I also have my retreat business, softwildjoy, which I’m extremely passionate about. I created softwildjoy because I found my own healing existed not only in therapy, but also outside its walls, in connection with the natural world and in community with others. I truly found my joy for life when I was hiking in the woods with friends. I want to create spaces where I can bring that same feeling to others.
I graduated from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and English. Following that, I completed my Master of Science in Counseling, focusing on Marriage and Family Therapy, at California State University-Long Beach.
Originally from Minnesota, I have lived in California and traveled extensively around the world. I have spent my whole life as a nature lover in the woods and lakes of Minnesota. As an adult, that has translated into hosting nature-based healing events for others.