Walk-and-Talk Therapy
Therapy + Movement + Nature = Good for Your Body and Mind
Every person is different. As a result, the best fit for therapy will also vary from person to person. At Growing Grounded Counseling, we believe our clients are the experts in their own lives. They often have a good idea of what kind of counseling will give them the best opportunities to grow. Walk-and-Talk Therapy is a style of therapy where the counselor and client meet in nature and walk together, at the client’s pace, and talk side by side. For some clients, this is an ideal way to feel more comfortable and willing to explore the challenges of life.
Do you wonder if Walk-and-Talk Therapy is for you? Consider these benefits:
Physical Activity is Good for the Mind
Moving your body has been shown to have a positive impact on individuals who are working to tackle numerous mental health conditions. These conditions include depression, anxiety, self-esteem, insomnia and more. The simple act of walking with your therapist can help improve your mental health.
Walk-and-Talk Therapy Inspires Creativity
Talking with clients who participate in Walk-and-Talk
Therapy reveals that, for many clients, the physical journey of walking
alongside their therapist helps them to be more open in processing their
thoughts and feelings. In many cases, Walk-and-Talk Therapy helps them develop
more creative ways to tackle the struggles in their lives.
Nature is Good for You!
As our society becomes more and more urban, people are
spending less time in natural environments. Studies have shown that a lack of
contact with nature is linked to mental health struggles. Likewise, time in
nature is beneficial for how we think and feel!
Interested? Contact us to set up a free 15-minute consultation to see if Walk-and-Talk therapy with Growing Grounded Counseling is the tool you need to move forward with the life you want to live. If this doesn’t sound like the right option, Telehealth might be a good fit for you.