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The Ripple Effect Therapy
  • Home
  • About counselling
  • More about me
  • Your first session/prices
  • Contact me
  • What's phone counselling?
  • What's online counselling
  • What is outdoor therapy?
  • What is face to face?

About walk and talk , Outdoor Therapy and Natural Mindfulnes

A picture of outdoor therapy:two people talking walking into a large green field in the countryside.

What is 'walk and talk' and outdoor therapy?

There are different types of outdoor therapy, but what they all have in common is that they are  outside and using the environment to explore and put a new perspective on issues.  I practice therapy in both more enclosed natural spaces, such as forests, and also offer 'walk and talk' therapy, which is exactly what it sounds like - walking and talking.  Nature and green places provide a great space to reflect and process thoughts and emotions.

Taking therapy outdoors has been shown to lower anxiety, stress and depression and enhance a sense of well-being.  This can take place in a number of places, including parks.

Where does Walk and Talk take place?

I have a number of different places to walk and talk that are suitable for different abilities. These include the very accessible Lyme Valley Park in Newcastle-under-Lyme., Hanchurch Woods,  Downs Banks, etc. You don't have to be fit! The routes are based around your needs. 

What happens in bad weather?

I’m happy to go ahead if it’s safe – but you might not want to be outside if the weather’s bad and I understand that. We can always arrange an online session instead. 

How does it work?

Some people find having therapy outdoors is more relaxing and that being able to connect to nature really helps them.  I'll invite you to consider a number of different ways to help you to benefit from nature in outdoor therapy.  If something doesn't work, we can try something else!  Many people had therapy outdoors during the Covid-19 pandemic and are continuing therapy this way. 

What are the advantages and disadvantages of outdoor therapy?

Many people feel that they can open up more in the outdoors, and look at things differently.  It can be a very powerful and life changing experience, with nature providing many opportunities to find new perspectives in life and new solutions to problems. The disadvantages are that I can't 100% guarantee confidentiality in public spaces, but I'll do everything I can to make it as confidential as possible.

How much does it cost?

£45 per session..  I offer a reduced rate for students and those in hardship (e.g. low income, on benefits)

What is the process?

I offer the first session for free as an initial consultation. Find out more about the first session and the process.  I prefer to do the first session face to face or online  so that we can recognise each other when we meet, but we can discuss this.  If you would like to make an appointment, please email me at hello@therippleeffecttherapy.com or you can use the contact form. 

Interested in a mindful walk in nature?

If you don't want therapy, but want to learn how to connect to nature for your wellbeing, my Natural Mindfulness walks may be for you.  I'm accredited by the International Mindfulness and Meditation Alliance to support people to connect to the healing power of nature.   By walking in nature and using various techniques to really be present in that moment, we can enter a far calmer state, know more about ourselves and feel so content.  A one of walk of forest bathing and Natural Mindfulness costs £40. Appointments available on request.

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