Outdoor Therapy

I trained in working therapeutically outdoors with The Centre for Natural Reflection, which was transformational for me both personally and professionally. 

 

Outdoor Therapy is more than Walk & Talk, although this can be hugely beneficial as walking stimulates both sides of the brain, helping us to process and integrate thoughts and feelings. Studies show that being in nature lowers our stress response and helps us to regulate our emotions. Several other dimensions can enhance the therapeutic process: how we experience our body, senses, mind and self, as part of and in response to the natural environment. All the parts of our experience come alive and join with the "more than human" to bring insight, integration and healing.

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I am based in Shoreham-by-Sea, and have the luxury of access to both green and blue spaces: beach, estuary, river, woodland and the South Downs. People often know which natural spaces are most helpful to them, and sometimes different ones are helpful in different seasons. You can read more about the benefits of blue spaces here.

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If you are interested in outdoor therapy please get in contact with me for a free 15 minute phone consultation.