Part 1 – What is Walking Therapy
Walking Therapy is aimed and improving Mind, Body and Spirit. It started in the 90s in the US and as with many things in England, we can be a bit more reserved before we accept change in how we do things. That change has happened and there is a sharp increase in the use of Walking Therapy as people experience the benefits.
It saves travel time to and from a therapist’s office and the opportunity to leave the office as Walking Therapy is held outdoors and combines two very powerful health benefits of walking and talking with a professional.
How does Walking Therapy work?
Walking Therapy allows busy professionals and those that are unable to make time to get out of their home and offices to meet their therapist or coach in the fresh open space. Get some air, unwind, unload, exploring solutions by providing the support you need for your mental, emotional and physical well-being.
Walking Therapy is accessible to almost everyone. Unlike other forms of therapy that may require attendance in a specific setting or equipment, all you need for walking therapy is a pair of comfortable shoes and a safe outdoor space to walk.
And, of course, the right therapist.
Does the therapist decide how the session is run?
In short, no. Aside from location (see below) you chose an available time, the setting, the type of experience you want and the tempo of the session. If you want brisk exercise with breaks to talk then that’s fine.
Equally, you can just leave it flexible taking the time to pause and reflect in your surroundings or on a bench.
The choice is yours. In the hands of a professional, they will hold the boundaries in place to make sure you feel safe during your session.
Where can I try Walking Therapy?
The only limit is geography in where Walking Therapy is offered. For example, in Bristol we offer this the trails of Leigh Woods or the relaxed waterside environment surrounding the Harbourside if you prefer.
In London, we offer a riverside walk starting and finishing in Twickenham taking in the Thames.
What do I do next?
If you want to give Walking Therapy a try just press Book Now.
If you want to carry on reading about The Science of Walking Therapy (Part 2 of our Series) or more detail on The Benefits of Walking Therapy (Part 3 of our Series), just click on those links.
You can still book at any time from links on those blogs.