Walking Therapy: Healing in Motion

Step outside. Breath deeply. Talk freely.

City street with businesses, parked cars, and a hillside filled with houses and trees in the background.

Walking therapy, aka walk-and-talk therapy, is a unique approach to transitional counseling that takes your session off the couch and into the open air. It’s just like a typical therapy session, except we take it outside for a gently walk through the neighborhood or nearby green spaces.

Whether you’re navigating stress, anxiety, life transitions, or grief, walking therapy offers a grounding, calming alternative to sitting indoors.

Why choose walk therapy?

  • Research shows that being outdoors, especially around trees, fresh air, and natural light, can reduce anxiety and improve mood.

  • Gentle movement can support emotional processing. As your body moves, your mind often follows — making space for insight and clarity.

  • Walking therapy can feel more natural and less formal, especially if you struggle with traditional office settings or feel restless while sitting still.

A street scene in Buena Vista Park with large Victorian-style houses, palm trees lining the street, a person walking a dog, and sunlight shining through the trees.

If walking therapy sounds like a good fit for you—or if you’re simply curious—let’s talk. We can discuss your goals, preferences, and whether this approach aligns with what you’re looking for in therapy.

Let’s take the next step together