* Grief & Loss
* Depression
* Anxiety
* Stress
* PTSD & Trauma
* Feeling Stuck
* Life's Transitions
* Relationship Issues
Why Talk & Walk Therapy?
Besides exercise's proven ability to combat depression, anxiety, insomnia,
weight gain and other health and mental health conditions,, combining it with
therapy has benefits of its own. Research has consistently shown that
exercise can significantly improve overall mood. It is increasingly apparent that
walking is not only good for your physical health, but it is also good for your
mental health.
Simply being outside in the fresh air and sunshine releases Vitamin D which
elevates mood. Most people don't get enough of this essential vitamin. Briskly
walking for more then 20 minutes releases endorphins which also improve
your mood. Walking gets the blood and the lymphatic system pumping, which
is good for the brain. Most clients report, in addition to their progress from
therapy, they feel grounded, have increased energy, less tension in their body
and feel refreshed.
What is Talk & Walk Therapy ?
Talk and Walk Therapy is used as an alternative approach from the traditional method of Therapy conducted in an office space, or virtually. This alternative approach of counseling is conducted in specific locations, around the city of Pittsburgh and/or suburbs, which are conducive to providing the appropriate comfort level for therapeutic counseling. The locations selected are deemed appropriate between both parties, however locations are always selected for the reasons of safety, discreetness of conversation, terrain, and therapeutic ambiance.
How effective has it been in relation to traditional therapy?
Some of my clients report they have never felt comfortable experiencing therapy in an unfamiliar setting and/or sitting across from someone discussing their personal issues. It is my belief that the Talk & Walk approach allows for the client to experience similar attributes to experiencing a conversation with a confidant, mentor, and/or a trainer. Other positive reports that my clients experienced during the walk-n-talk approach was a sense of calmness, clarity, focus, and energy.
Benefits - Mentally/Physically:
Clients report how much better they feel after they have walked during our 50 minute sessions, while discussing areas of their life that are difficult and/or causing distress. Moreover, the medical field has proven that more chemical endorphines are released as one participates in some form of exercise, such as walking.
Kathleen Seitz, MA, NCC, LPC
TALK & WALK
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