Gervase Clark

Gervase Clark is a certified horticultural therapist and an accredited landscape architect based in Portland, Oregon. He has recently joined the faculty at Portland State University, where he teaches sustainable urban planning and therapeutic gardens design to eager undergraduate and graduate students alike. Gervase's doctoral thesis delved into the impact of green spaces on mental health and community cohesion, with his research emphasizing the importance of nature in promoting psychological well-being.

An avid advocate for integrating nature into urban environments, Gervase frequently speaks at conferences and workshops about the benefits of ecotherapy. He has contributed to numerous publications discussing the role of landscapes in supporting mental health recovery and personal development. Outside of academia, Gervase runs a small consultancy firm in the Pacific Northwest, focusing on designing and implementing restorative outdoor spaces that help individuals reconnect with nature and improve their quality of life. Alongside his team of dedicated professionals and therapy animals, Gervase helps clients cultivate serene gardens that serve as sanctuaries for healing and reflection.

On a sunny Saturday afternoon in early March 2024, Gervase can be found leading a workshop at a local community center, guiding participants through the process of creating their own miniature Zen gardens—a practice that embodies the principles of mindfulness and serenity he champions in his work.