Walk & Talk Therapy in Maple Grove, Plymouth & the West Metro
Therapy does not have to happen while sitting across from someone in an office. Walk & Talk Therapy gives you the opportunity to meet with a therapist outdoors, walk side by side, and talk at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Walk & Talk Therapy - Meets You Where You Are
You may know that you could benefit from therapy but feel uncomfortable with the idea of sitting in an office and being expected to talk.
Maybe you feel restless when you are anxious. You might think more clearly when you are moving, feel calmer outside, or find it easier to talk when you are not sitting directly across from another person.
You may also be navigating a medical diagnosis, cancer treatment, chronic illness, grief, trauma, or another experience that has changed your relationship with your body. Being outdoors can provide more room to breathe, move, pause, and notice what you need.
Walk & Talk Therapy combines the support of traditional talk therapy with gentle movement and time outside. You and your therapist walk side by side while talking about what has been happening in your life, what feels difficult, and what you would like to change.
You do not need to be athletic, walk quickly, or cover a certain distance. Sessions can include walking, sitting on a bench, stopping along the trail, or choosing a shorter and more accessible route.
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Walk & Talk Therapy may be a good fit for adults who feel more comfortable moving than sitting still or who want therapy to feel less confined and formal.
At WanderWell Therapy, I commonly work with adults navigating medical trauma, cancer, chronic illness, grief, anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, and major changes in identity.
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We will meet at the planned location and briefly check in before we begin walking.
Sessions are generally 50 minutes. We may walk for the full appointment or combine walking with time sitting or standing. You can ask to slow down, change direction, stop, or sit at any point.
You are not expected to make eye contact while talking or maintain a continuous conversation. We can allow the session to unfold naturally while still keeping your goals in mind.
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WanderWell Therapy offers outdoor sessions in parks and walking areas throughout the Twin Cities West Metro. Common service areas include; Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove, Clifton E. French Park in Plymouth, and Lake Harriet Bandshell in Minneapolis.
The exact location is chosen together based on accessibility, convenience, trail conditions, privacy, weather, and your preferences.
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Individual Walk & Talk Therapy sessions are $155 for 50 minutes.
WanderWell Therapy does not bill insurance directly. You may use an HSA or FSA card, and a superbill can be provided for you to submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement.
Coverage varies by insurance plan, so you should contact your insurance provider directly to ask about your out-of-network mental health benefits.
A limited number of sliding-scale appointments may be available.
Our Process
Medical Trauma, Cancer & Chronic Illness
A frightening diagnosis, painful procedure, medical emergency, hospitalization, or difficult treatment can change how safe you feel in your body.
Even when treatment has ended or your health is stable, you may still feel anxious before appointments, become overwhelmed by physical symptoms, fear receiving bad news, or struggle to trust your body again.
Walk & Talk Therapy can give you a place to talk openly about these experiences without having to protect the people you love from your fears.
Link: Learn About Medical Trauma Therapy
Anxiety & Feeling Constantly on Guard
Anxiety may leave you restless, tense, distracted, irritable, or trapped in repetitive thoughts.
You might overprepare for every possibility, avoid situations that feel uncertain, or constantly look for signs that something is wrong. Walking while talking can provide an outlet for some of that restless energy while we explore what your anxiety is trying to protect you from.
Link: Explore Therapy for Anxiety
Grief, Loss & Identity Changes
Grief, Loss & Identity Changes.
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