About walk and talk , Outdoor Therapy and Natural Mindfulnes

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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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

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. 

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.