Walk & Talk Therapy
(offered April 1st - September 30th)
Have a low desire to sit in an office space during the warm summer months - I get you. Let’s take our 50-minutes on a walk and embrace the therapeutic benefits of movement, sunshine and nature - together. Please note walk & talk bookings are limited :)
A walk & talk therapy session is perfect for individuals seeking the therapeutic benefits of psychotherapy (talk therapy) and the benefits of movement and nature.
That being said, there is, of course, less opportunity to control the environment with therapy outdoors, as we don’t have the boundaries of four walls and may be interrupted by people, animals or events. This doesn’t mean that the therapeutic benefits of it are less, simply that it is a different experience. You may decide that you need the additional sense of containment of being in a room, or you may value a feeling of freedom in being outside - I also welcome a mix of both!
It’s important to note that due to the nature of walk & talk sessions taking place outside in a public setting there are inherent risks and differences to the confidential nature of therapy. With that in mind we suggest these sessions are not supportive for folks who are looking for depth work, and trauma processing as our relationship and work will be conducted in a public setting.
who are walk & talk sessions for?
Walk & Talk sessions are available in Vancouver throughout the months of April - September
When & Where:
Monday Morning (10am-12pm): Location Vancouver Seawall, starting at Hinge Park
Wednesday afternoons (4pm-6pm): Location Trout Lake, community park
Session Fees:
Individual 15-minute consultation: free
Individual 50-minute session: $140+GST
Individual 75-minute session: $190+GST
Please note: our first session will be a 50-minute virtual in-take and assessment to ensure that Walk & Talk therapy sessions will support your therapeutic goals, this also allows us time to cover the differences in confidentially and address any concerns.
location, availability & rates
Benefits of walk & talk therapy:
There are various benefits of walk and talk therapy, and it can be used in conjunction with other treatment methods for several conditions. Walk and talk therapy can positively impact sleep patterns, stress levels, symptoms of anxiety & depression, life transitions, self-esteem, and more.
Reduces anxiety & depression: movement can help with decreasing anxiety, evidence also suggested that clients experience increased energy after engaging in walk and talk therapy.
Reduces Intrusive & Ruminative Thoughts: A nature walk can ground a person’s mind in the present moment, aiding in thought stopping. Some evidence found that clients felt a sense of “centering” during and after participating in the physical experience of walk and talk therapy, helping produce clarity in thinking.
Reduces Stress: According to experts, walk and talk therapy in outdoor environments helps the nervous system relax.
Emotional Regulation: Awareness of your emotions and mind-body connection helps regulate mood or emotions. Research has shown that movement can encourage self-awareness and emotional awareness.
Reduces the feeling of “Stuck”: Research has suggested that walking can free a person from feeling stuck. Walking is a literal and physical way for to keep you moving forward.
get to know Kara’s practice
My approach is authentic, with the goal of meeting you where you’re at. I get that for you to be real, I need to be real. My approach aims to hit that sweet spot—the familiar and comfortable feeling you get when speaking to a close friend while maintaining the professional boundaries of working with a mental health professional.