"Rooted in clinical care, grown on the farm. Anchor and Bloom Farm offers a unique space for therapy, herbalism, and animal-assisted wellness designed to help you ground your spirit and flourish."
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Brewing the Calm.
Instructions: 1 tsp per 8oz of 200°F water. Steep for 5–7 minutes.
"Take three slow breaths as the steam rises. Sip with intention."
Ingredients: Organic Lemon Balm, Oatstraw, Holy Basil, Rose Petals, Lavender.
Grown & Blended at Anchor and Bloom Farm | Exeter, Rhode Island.
FDA Disclaimer: This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.Nervous System Support | Loose Leaf Herbal Tea.
A handcrafted botanical salve made at Bloom & Anchor Farm in Rhode Island. This nourishing blend of herbal infused oils and beeswax is designed for moments of pause and grounding. Apply to temples, wrists, chest, or hands and enjoy the gentle aroma of calming botanicals as part of your daily self-care ritual.
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The Sanctuary
Herd Wisdom: Learning Healthy Boundaries from Goats & Chickens
Animals communicate boundaries clearly, calmly, and without shame.
In this unique nature-based workshop at Anchor & Bloom Farm, participants will explore the concept of healthy emotional and relational boundaries through observing and interacting with goats and chickens.
Led by therapist and herbalist Bethany Handfield, LICSW, the workshop blends trauma-informed education with experiential learning on the farm. Participants will observe herd and flock behavior to understand how animals communicate space, safety, and respect.
Through guided reflection and gentle experiential exercises, guests will explore their own boundary patterns and practice tools for setting clear and compassionate limits in daily life.
Participants leave with:
• Practical boundary-setting strategies
• Insight from observing animal behavior
• A printed Boundary Toolkit
• An Anchor & Bloom Farm Protection Salve crafted with supportive herbs
This workshop is educational, reflective, and deeply grounding.
“The Reset Retreat” is a calming, nature-based wellness experience for teens ages 13–17 designed to help adolescents better understand anxiety while learning practical coping strategies through connection with animals, herbs, mindfulness, and nature. The retreat is 2 hours.
Hosted at Anchor & Bloom Farm and facilitated by Bethany Handfield, LICSW and Certified Herbalist, this trauma-informed workshop blends mental wellness education with hands-on experiential activities in a peaceful farm setting.
Participants interact with goats, rabbits, chickens, and therapy dogs while exploring grounding techniques, nervous system regulation, mindfulness practices, emotional awareness, and herbal wellness.
Whether a teen is struggling with stress, overwhelm, social anxiety, perfectionism, school pressure, or emotional burnout, The Reset Retreat offers a supportive space to slow down, reconnect, and build healthy coping tools.
Participants will:
Learn how anxiety affects the brain and body
Practice grounding and mindfulness techniques
Interact with calming farm animals
Explore herbal wellness and relaxation herbs
Build personalized coping strategies
Create calming take-home items
Connect with peers in a supportive environment
Spend intentional time outdoors away from screens and stressors
Research shows that interaction with animals and nature can support emotional regulation and reduce stress.
At Anchor & Bloom Farm, teens experience:
Goat Grounding- Practice slowing down, regulating breathing, and noticing how animals respond to calm energy.
Rabbit Mindfulness- Gentle sensory grounding through quiet connection and touch.
Chicken Observation- Learn about safety, awareness, and social connection through flock behavior.
Therapy Dog Co-Regulation- Experience calming companionship and nervous system support.
Herbal Wellness- Participants are introduced to gentle herbs traditionally used to support relaxation and emotional wellness.
Examples may include:
chamomile
lavender
lemon balm
peppermint
tulsi
Hands-on activities may include:
herbal sachet making
calming roller blends
sensory herb exploration
The Reset Retreat is designed to be:
welcoming
nonjudgmental
sensory-conscious
supportive
low-pressure
Participation is always encouraged but never forced.
We prioritize emotional safety, predictable structure, and compassionate support.
This workshop may benefit teens experiencing:
anxiety
stress or overwhelm
social anxiety
emotional dysregulation
perfectionism
burnout
school stress
difficulty slowing down
No farm or animal experience is needed.
Single workshop experience
Small group size
Homeschool group offerings aligned with RI SEL Standards
You are not your anxiety.
You are not “too much.”
You are a human being with a nervous system that deserves care, support, rest, and tools that help you feel safe and grounded.
The Reset Retreat was created to help teens reconnect with themselves, nature, and the reminder that calm can be practiced.
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Who
we are
Anchor and Bloom Farm is a nature-based therapeutic space where clinical expertise and holistic healing come together. Founded by Bethany Handfield, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with over 20 years of experience as well as a certified herbalist, the farm offers therapy, workshops, and experiential learning that integrate nature, animals, mindfulness, and herbal wisdom.
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