Can we go outside?

When people think of therapy, they often envision the proverbial therapeutic couch that had been a staple of the psychoanalytic (psychodynamic) practice for over a century.. 

There is, of course, tremendous value in a therapeutic space that is safe, secure, quiet, and calming. However, sometimes the office walls can feel confining and stifling.  Ecotherapy, also known as nature-assisted therapy, or "walk and talk" therapy, can help engage the body in the healing process. Spending time in nature is therapeutic in itself: it helps to stabilize mood, reduce the risk of suicide, and promote health. 

You may notice that you process things differently and experience the therapeutic process differently when outside. As with all therapy, the ultimate point of ecotherapy is to get out of your head and go out into the world to live your life.