Walk and Talk Sessions
I offer walk and talk counselling here in Edmonton, as an alternative to meeting in-person or online. These sessions are held at Gold Bar Park or Hawrelak Park year-round.
Some benefits of being in motion
Our bodies are made for movement, and walking is a gentle way to connect with yourself and the world around you
The cross-lateral movement of walking supports brain health, and can offer more ease expressing and processing emotions
Being in nature supports nervous system health, and allows for observations and metaphors from nature to support you
Neurodivergent clients often appreciate how movement offers freedom from expectations of stillness and maintaining eye contact
Walking offers a break from long days of sitting at work or school
Being outside in the winter months can support wellness and reduce symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder
Observing changes in the season by re-visiting the same landscape regularly can be a grounding experience
Themes of anxiety, grief, anger, and stuckness are particularly well suited to walk and talk sessions.
““Move with an awareness that you are worthy of being fully seen by the natural world around you. Move with an awareness that relationship is reciprocal and that there is a wondrous exchange happening between you and what is alive near you.””
Accessibility
I aim for accessibility with each of the session options that I offer. Please reach out if you have any questions or access needs related to walking or being outside. Wheelchairs and mobility devices are welcome, and there are benches and bathrooms in the park. Our pace of movement will always be responsive to your needs. Meeting online is always an option in response to weather conditions.