Walk and Talk Therapy in Houston, Texas 77006 77007 77055
What is Walk & Talk Therapy?
Walk and talk therapy offers the opportunity to experience counseling outside the therapy office! We meet at a designated outdoor location in the Spring Branch/Memorial area of Houston (either Memorial Park or Spring Valley Park) if the weather is acceptable. In case of rain or extreme heat, we will meet at Memorial City Mall. We walk for the full session (50 minutes). You can also choose to have an in-office session.
If you want to work smart, not hard, walk & talk is two birds- one stone.
We get that it’s hard to find time to take care of your mental health. And we get that it’s hard to find time to take get out and moving. We love walk & talk because it offers the best of both.
Other Counseling Services at Houston Center for Valued Living
If you would rather try traditional talk therapy in the office, we offer counseling for anxiety (including panic, GAD, social anxiety, & health anxiety), OCD, depression, insomnia, and postpartum depression & anxiety, and behavioral therapy for kids.
Frequently Asked Questions About Walk and Talk Therapy
Is walk and talk therapy confidential?
It does not offer the same level of assured confidentiality as when you’re meeting in a private office. However, from the outside it will appear as though you’re just walking and talking with a friend. Your therapist will be sure to be discreet. You will have a detailed conversation with your therapist about concerns over confidentiality before you begin walk and talk therapy.
What are the benefits of walk & talk therapy in Houston?
- Some people find it’s easier to talk, process, and problem solve when they’re moving
- Physical activity has been shown to reduce depression, stress, and anxiety
- Moms- bring your baby or small child in the stroller, no need to get a sitter
- Pet Parents – Bring your leashed pet
What types of therapy concerns are best for walk & talk?
Walk & talk is suited for a variety of concerns. It can be a time to process life transitions, discuss stress and anxiety. It can help with depression.
- It’s a great fit for professionals who can’t seem to find time to fit it all in.
- It’s wonderful for Houston mothers who need to “get out” and get active.
- It’s great for individuals with health concerns who want to increase their physical activity.
Walk and talk is not appropriate for processing of trauma or other situations in which you feel like you need the freedom and confidentiality to express intense emotions. It is also not appropriate for certain treatments for OCD and panic disorder which require specific treatments.
Before your first walk and talk session, we will discuss its appropriateness to your treatment needs.
What pace do you walk?
You set the pace for each session so you can walk as quick or slow as works for you. We advise that you wear comfortable clothing.
How much does walk and talk therapy cost?
Please view our rates and fees page for more information. All sessions are billed at the regular rate. Although Houston Center for Valued Living does not accept insurance and is not in network with any insurance companies, we do offer multiple tier levels and fee levels of therapists. Please view our staff page for more information.
How can I make an appointment for walk and talk therapy in Houston?
Please view our staff page to determine who you’d like to walk and work with. Not all therapists are offering walk and talk services at this time.
We offer more than walk and talk therapy.
As a Houston based counseling clinic, our caring therapists also offer therapy for symptoms of depression, anxiety disorders and anxiety treatment, obsessive compulsive disorder, maternal mental health, insomnia, counseling for children and therapy for teens. We also offer tips for improving your overall mental health on our blog. Call one of our therapists today or send an email to: info@hcfvl.com to learn more about how Houston Center for Valued Living can help you take the next step toward creating your best life. If you’re ready to get started today, head on over to our easy online scheduling system where you can make an appointment immediately with just a few clicks.
