Ecotherapy is typically conducted outdoors, so it is sometimes called walk and talk therapy. In some ways, outdoor counselling sessions are the same as those conducted indoors, except that we meet for each 50-minute session in a local park or other natural space. Counselling and psychotherapy outdoors are grounded on the same foundations as conventional therapy but have the added input of nature as a kind of co-therapist.

The research shows that spending time in nature tends to be calming, and helps us experience "negative" emotions more positively. Nature enhances our sense of vitality and supports thinking processes, making it an ideal space to talk about personal difficulties. Nature is there for you throughout your walk and talk ecotherapy session. We can walk, stand, or sit. You might notice aspects of nature that echo your feelings or hint towards positive growth. An old twisted tree might symbolise a hard life, squirrels running around could suggest that we might be more playful, and the emergence of spring flowers reminds us of the endless cycle of death, decay, and new life.

There are many ways in which nature is helpful for processing our thoughts and emotions. Contact me if you'd like to find out more.