Abstract
Grounded in the holistic health theory of body-mind-spirit, this study uses a horticultural group intervention approach to examine the effectiveness of promoting holistic child development in social work practice. It aims to provide innovative perspectives and methodologies for social work practitioners and to support the creation and growth of child-friendly communities in mainland China. The study was conducted in the Z Child-Friendly Community of N City and involved 160 children who were divided into an intervention and control group for practical implementation. Evaluation was carried out using both quantitative and qualitative techniques. The results indicate that the Body-Mind-Spirit Horticulture group intervention is effective in promoting holistic health development in children by reducing stress, optimising emotional state, and promoting harmonious coexistence with nature. These findings have significant practical relevance. The study also discusses the challenges and limitations of implementing the holistic health group counselling programme in child-friendly communities.