Walking Therapy
Sometimes it’s easier to talk while moving.
Walking therapy offers the opportunity to speak with a qualified therapist while walking outdoors in a natural setting. For many people, walking side by side can feel more relaxed and less intense than sitting face to face, helping conversations flow more naturally.
The gentle rhythm of walking, combined with time outdoors, can help people think more clearly, reflect more freely and begin to process what is on their mind.
Feel more comfortable talking while moving rather than sitting still
Spend much of your time indoors and value time outdoors
Find nature calming or grounding
Are managing stress, anxiety or mental overload
Would like a different setting for reflection and conversation
Like all therapy, the focus is on providing a safe and supportive space to explore whatever you are experiencing.
At Rise, we focus on you.
Walking therapy sessions for adults take place outdoors, starting from our offices at Cavendish Court in Doncaster – we’re lucky to have green spaces close by.
You and your therapist will walk at a comfortable pace while talking about whatever feels important to you. Sessions follow the same principles as all therapy at Rise - confidential, supportive and guided by your needs.
Your therapist will work with you to ensure the pace, distance and environment feel comfortable. There is always the option to pause, slow down or sit if needed.
All our therapists meet high professional standards and the service is an organisational member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), ensuring recognised quality and ethical care.
Key benefits:
Flexible: no minimum or maximum number of sessions.
Consistent: weekly sessions at a time that suits you.
Accessible: in-person, from our premises at Cavendish Court, Doncaster, with parking available on site
Supportive: friendly guidance to make your therapeutic journey as comfortable as possible.
If you haven't experienced walking therapy before, at Rise we’re here to make it simple, supportive, and easy to understand. Read on to see what you can expect.
You'll meet your therapist at our premises at Cavendish Court in Doncaster, before proceeding on one of our risk assessed walking routes with your therapist
The session is an opportunity to talk about what has brought you to therapy and what you hope to gain from the experience.
Your therapist will explain how walking therapy works and answer any questions so you feel comfortable and informed.
Your therapist will work with you to understand your needs and what you would like to change or improve.
Together you will develop a therapy approach that reflects your goals and what feels most helpful for you.
Sessions focus on providing a supportive space to explore thoughts, feelings and experiences at your own pace.
Sessions continue outdoors, walking at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
The natural rhythm of walking often helps conversations feel more relaxed and reflective.
Your therapist will support you in exploring challenges, building understanding and developing ways to move forward.
Confidential: Everything you share with us is private - we will only share information with others if we're concerned about your safety or the safety of others (read our privacy & confidentiality policy here)
Flexible: Sessions are in person, at a time that suits you.
Professional: Delivered by qualified, accredited therapists.
Personalised: Techniques and session focus are adapted to your needs.
