06/08/2026
A 2024 systematic review found that nature-based walking interventions can improve mood, optimism, mental wellbeing, and reduce stress, anxiety and rumination.
As therapists, findings like these are exciting.
They remind us that the environment in which therapy takes place can matter just as much as the conversation itself.
Walk & Talk Therapy isn't simply about taking a session outdoors.
It's about thoughtfully combining movement, nature and therapeutic conversation to create a different experience for clients, one that many find less pressured, more natural and more conducive to reflection.
Walking side by side can help some clients feel more at ease, reduce the intensity of face-to-face interaction, and create space for thoughts and emotions to emerge in a different way.
Of course, this approach isn't suitable for everyone, which is why it's important that therapists understand the ethical, practical and clinical considerations before introducing it into their practice.
That's exactly what we'll explore in my Taking Therapy Outdoors workshop this September.
Together, we'll look at how to integrate Walk & Talk Therapy safely, ethically and confidently, while connecting with a growing community of therapists who are passionate about expanding the ways they support their clients.
If you've been curious about taking therapy outdoors, I'd love to welcome you.
| Walk and Talk Therapy | Therapist Training | Counsellor Training | Therapy Workshops | CPD | Outdoor Therapy | Nature-Based Therapy | Mental Health Professionals | UK Therapists | Professional Development
Source: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s12144-023-05112-z
