Therapy, Outside.
For some people, sitting across from a therapist in an office isn't where they feel most comfortable.
Nature-based therapy brings counselling outdoors and allows us to incorporate movement, mindfulness, conversation, and the natural environment into our work together.
A session might look like walking a trail while we talk, slowing down for a grounding exercise, sitting near the ocean, or using an outdoor experience to explore something you're working through in therapy. It doesn't need to be strenuous, and you don't need to be an "outdoorsy person."
The goal isn't simply to spend time outside. The outdoors becomes part of the therapeutic process.
Why Nature-Based Therapy Matters to Me
Long before I became a psychotherapist, the outdoors was already a big part of my life and work. My background includes studying Adventure Therapy, working professionally as a sea kayaking and backpacking guide, and supporting young people through outdoor education.
When I became a therapist, bringing these two parts of my background together felt natural.
I believe meaningful therapy can happen in many different environments. For some people, an office provides exactly the safety and structure they need. For others, walking, moving, being near the ocean or simply having more space around them can make it easier to slow down, talk and connect with what they're experiencing.
Nature-based therapy allows me to combine my training as a psychotherapist with years of experience working safely and intentionally in outdoor environments. Sessions are always adapted to your goals, comfort level and abilities—there is no expectation that you need to be particularly fit or experienced outdoors.
Why Take Therapy Outdoors?
Movement & Conversation
For some people, talking feels easier when you're walking side-by-side rather than sitting face-to-face. Movement can create a more natural rhythm for conversation while giving your body somewhere to put some of that nervous energy.
Space to Slow Down
Spending time outdoors can offer opportunities to pause, notice your surroundings, and reconnect with the present moment. We may incorporate mindfulness, grounding exercises, or quiet reflection into our sessions.
Therapy That Meets You Differently
Nature-based sessions are still therapy. We can draw from approaches such as EMDR, IFS, mindfulness and somatic work while adapting the session to your goals, comfort level and the environment.
How It Works
An experiential, outdoor approach to individual therapy in Newfoundland
Start Indoors
We'll begin with a consultation and indoor sessions so we can get to know each other, understand what you're hoping to work on, and decide whether nature-based therapy is a good fit.
Head Outside When It Makes Sense
If outdoor therapy fits your goals and circumstances, we can begin incorporating nature-based sessions. Where we go and what we do will depend on your comfort level, goals, abilities and the weather.
Bring It Back Into Everyday Life
What happens outside doesn't stay outside. We'll connect what comes up during sessions to the patterns, relationships and challenges you're working with in everyday life.
Session Fees
Clear, straightforward session fees so you know what to expect.
50-Minute Individual Session
$160
A standard session that may take place indoors or outdoors, depending on your treatment plan.
80-Minute Individual Session
$240
Extended time that can be helpful for longer outdoor experiences or when you'd like more space in the session.
Insurance & Direct Billing
Direct billing is available for most insurance providers. Coverage varies by plan, so I recommend confirming that your plan covers services provided by a Registered Psychotherapist (RP), Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) or Naturopathic Doctor (ND).