Therapy doesn’t always have to happen while sitting in a chair or staring at a screen.
For many, traditional therapy settings can feel intimidating, stiff, or even disconnected from the rest of their lives. That’s where Walk and Talk Therapy—especially over the phone—can offer a powerful and refreshing alternative.
Imagine this: You’re outside, breathing in fresh air, feeling the rhythm of your steps on the ground, and talking through the thoughts and emotions that have been weighing on your mind. There’s no eye contact to worry about. No pressure to “perform” or say things just right. It’s just you, your body, and your process—held by a trained therapist who walks beside you, metaphorically and literally.
Why Movement Matters in Healing
Movement isn’t just good for our physical health—it’s essential to our emotional and mental well-being. When we walk, our brain processes emotions differently. We become more open, less rigid, and often more able to access parts of our experience that are hard to reach when we’re stuck in stillness.
Walking has been shown to:
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Reduce cortisol and calm the nervous system
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Increase creativity and perspective-taking
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Help process trauma and emotions that live in the body
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Regulate mood and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety
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Build a sense of forward momentum and empowerment
In somatic and trauma-informed approaches, we often use a body based approach. Walk and Talk Therapy honors that by letting the body join the conversation.
Why Phone-Based Walk and Talk Therapy Works
You don’t need to walk with your therapist physically to get the benefits. With phone sessions, you can put in headphones, step outside, and walk in your neighborhood or a nearby park while your therapist does the same on their end. This allows for flexibility, privacy, and accessibility—especially for those who prefer not to be seen or who feel more at ease in motion.
Some clients find that walking while on the phone helps them:
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Feel less self-conscious
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Speak more freely
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Stay grounded in their body
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Access emotions that feel stuck
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Reduce the intensity of painful thoughts or memories
It can also help when dealing with grief, anxiety, depression, or big life transitions. When everything feels heavy or overwhelming, walking while talking can make the work feel just a little lighter.
Who Is Walk and Talk Therapy For?
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If you feel restless or uncomfortable sitting still
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If you process your thoughts better while moving
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If eye contact or sitting face-to-face makes it hard to open up
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If you struggle with depression or anxiety and want to build movement into your day
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If you’re curious to try a new way of being with yourself
Then this approach might be a good fit.
Walk and Talk Therapy can be especially effective for men who may feel less comfortable in traditional therapy settings. It can also be helpful for clients navigating trauma or who find that movement brings a sense of grounding.
A Gentle Invitation
There’s no right or wrong way to do therapy. What matters is that it feels safe, supportive, and true to you.
If you’re curious about Walk and Talk Therapy by phone, reach out for a free consultation here
