THE WALK & TALK THERAPY PRACTICE FRAMEWORK
A more considered approach to therapy beyond four walls
The Walk & Talk Therapy Practice Framework is being developed as a research-informed guide for therapists and practitioners who want to offer walk and talk therapy safely, ethically and with greater clinical confidence.
It will bring together emerging research, professional responsibilities and practical considerations across areas such as client suitability, informed consent, confidentiality, risk, accessibility and the outdoor therapeutic setting.
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RESEARCH & ARTICLES
Exploring the evidence behind therapy in motion
Thoughtful summaries and professional perspectives on walk and talk therapy, walking, natural environments and mental health. We examine both what the research suggests and where important questions remain.
UNDERSTANDING THE APPROACH
What is Walk & Talk Therapy?
Walk and talk therapy takes the therapeutic conversation beyond the traditional consulting room by allowing the client and practitioner to walk side by side outdoors.
It is not a single therapeutic modality. Rather, it is a way of delivering therapy that may be integrated with established approaches according to the practitioner’s qualifications, the client’s needs and the context in which the session takes place.
For some people, walking side by side may feel more natural or less formal than sitting face to face. For others, a consulting room or telehealth session may be more appropriate. Suitability should be considered collaboratively, with attention to preference, accessibility, privacy, safety and clinical needs.
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Practitioners listed in the directory provide their services independently. We encourage you to review each practitioner’s qualifications, registration, approach and suitability before commencing therapy.
Is Walk and Talk Therapy Right for Me?
This short guide will help you understand what walk and talk therapy is, who it often helps, and what to expect if you choose to work with a practitioner.
Therapy Approaches That Integrate Movement and Nature
This directory features therapists who integrate established therapeutic frameworks with movement, walking, and outdoor environments. Approaches vary by practitioner, training, and location.