Walk and Talk
Sometimes sitting across from someone in a room can feel too intense, too still, or simply not where you do your best thinking. Walk and talk therapy offers an alternative: a chance to move side by side, outdoors, while exploring what’s on your mind.
Being in nature and in motion can bring a different quality to therapy. The rhythm of walking can make it easier to access feelings and untangle thoughts. Without the pressure of eye contact, many people find they feel freer to speak. And the natural world around us — trees, seasons, skies — often becomes part of the conversation, offering grounding, metaphors, and moments of calm.
Research has shown that walking in green spaces can reduce anxiety, improve mood, and support self-esteem. Therapists and clients alike report that outdoor therapy can help when things feel “stuck,” offering new perspectives and a sense of space. Some even describe the rhythm of walking as similar to other therapeutic approaches that use movement to support processing and regulation.
I bring my interest in ecotherapy and nature-based approaches into this work. I see the natural environment as more than a backdrop — it can be a co-therapist, supporting connection and presence in ways four walls sometimes can’t.
