Walk and Talk Therapy
The Central Coast is a wonderful region for beautiful walks along the beach, rivers and bush trails. Walk and talk therapy is a perfect opportunity for the client and therapist to walk during therapy.
Walk and talk therapy will take place at an agreed location. Contact Kate for details.
What is Walk and Talk Therapy?
Living on the Central Coast there are many beautiful and engaging walks along the beach, rivers and bush trails. Walk and talk therapy is a perfect opportunity for the client and therapist to walk together during therapy at an agreed place. This alternative therapy combines the benefits of fresh air and exercise into therapy.
What are some of the benefits of walk and talk therapy?
- Getting out of the office is good for the mind and body
- Rhythmic exercise such as walking can be helpful to the process of self-discovery
- Mood improving physical activity may create deeper ways of thinking
- Face to face interaction can cause anxiety whereas walking side by side with the distraction of the environment may allow for easier engagement
- Fresh air and physical fitness.
- Teenagers feel more comfortable walking alongside a therapist rather than sitting in a formal environment across from one another.
- Some teenagers have trouble sitting still and this is a perfect way to release anxiety through movement.
- Movement helps to process thoughts easily and helps improve depressed states.
- Walking is a way of ‘moving forward’ which helps the client to move forward in their life.
- Good practice of being ‘present’, what do you see, smell, hear?
- Physical movement encourages psychological movement.
Reasons For Healing
Stress & Anxiety
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Healing can significantly transform stress and anxiety by nurturing a state of relaxation and promoting emotional well-being. Techniques such as mindfulness meditation, and guided imagery help activate the body’s relaxation response, counteracting the physical symptoms of stress.
By integrating various healing modalities, you can gain insight into your emotional triggers, release blockages, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. This holistic approach not only alleviates immediate feelings of anxiety but also builds resilience, empowering you to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and clarity.
Spiritual & Personal Growth
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Healing can significantly transform your life by facilitating both personal and spiritual growth. It encourages deep self-reflection, helping you to uncover and release emotional blockages that may block your progress. Through various healing modalities, you gain insight into your true self, developing a greater sense of purpose and connection.
As you engage in this transformative process, you build resilience and self-awareness, empowering you to navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. Ultimately, healing paves the way for a more authentic, fulfilling existence, allowing you to embrace your journey toward wholeness.
Self-Worth
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Healing can transform self-worth by addressing the root causes of low self-esteem and nurturing a more positive self-perception. Through practices that promote self-compassion and self-awareness, you learn to celebrate your achievements and embrace your unique qualities.
Healing also encourages the release of past traumas and limiting beliefs, allowing for greater self-acceptance and respect. As you connect with supportive communities and establish healthy boundaries, you develop a deeper understanding of their inherent value, leading to enhanced confidence and a more fulfilling life.
Job Loss or Change
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Healing can be transformative during job loss and career transitions by providing emotional support and clarity. Through various modalities, it helps you process grief, reduce stress, and rebuild self-confidence. Healing practices encourage self-reflection, allowing you to reassess your values and goals, which is crucial for making informed career decisions.
By addressing underlying fears and limiting beliefs, healing empowers you to embrace new opportunities with resilience and optimism. It also develops mindfulness, helping you stay present and focused as you navigate the challenges of job searching and career reinvention.
Struggling with Boundaries
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Healing can significantly improve your ability to establish and maintain healthy boundaries. Through various therapeutic techniques, you’ll gain insight into your personal needs and limits, learning to communicate them effectively. This process helps you recognise and respect your own worth, empowering you to say ‘no’ when necessary and ‘yes’ when it aligns with your values.
Healing also addresses underlying issues that may have contributed to boundary struggles, such as people-pleasing tendencies or fear of conflict. As you develop stronger boundaries, you’ll experience improved relationships, reduced stress, and a greater sense of personal empowerment and self-respect.
Unsure About the Future
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Healing can provide clarity and comfort when you’re faced with uncertainty about the future. Through various modalities, it helps you to calm anxiety and reduce fear associated with the unknown. Healing practices encourage mindfulness, allowing you to focus on the present moment rather than worrying about what’s to come. These techniques also build self-trust and intuition, empowering you to make decisions with greater confidence.
By addressing limiting beliefs and past traumas, healing opens you up to new perspectives, helping you envision positive possibilities for your future. Ultimately, this process cultivates resilience and adaptability, equipping you with the tools to navigate life’s uncertainties with grace and optimism.
Harmful Thoughts
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Healing can be a powerful tool in addressing harmful thoughts and breaking negative thought patterns. Through various therapeutic techniques, you can learn to recognise and challenge these destructive thoughts, replacing them with more balanced and constructive ones. Healing practices often incorporate mindfulness and self-compassion, which help create distance from harmful thoughts and reduce their impact.
By addressing underlying emotional wounds and limiting beliefs, healing can help you develop a more positive self-image and outlook on life. This process empowers you to build resilience, enabling you to navigate challenges with greater ease and maintain a healthier mental state.
Self Empowerment
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Healing plays a crucial role in nurturing self-empowerment by enabling you to reclaim control over your life and decisions. Through various healing modalities, you can gain deeper self-awareness, helping you identify your strengths and areas for growth. This process encourages setting realistic goals and taking actionable steps toward achieving them, which builds confidence and resilience.
Healing also promotes positive self-talk and self-compassion, allowing you to challenge negative beliefs that may have held you back. By creating a supportive environment and surrounding yourself with uplifting influences, healing empowers you to embrace your true potential and navigate life’s challenges with greater assurance and clarity.
Isolation & Loneliness
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Healing can be instrumental in addressing feelings of isolation and loneliness by providing tools for connection and self-discovery. Through various healing modalities, you can learn to process your emotions, allowing you to confront and understand the root causes of your loneliness. Engaging in practices like mindfulness and self-reflection fosters a deeper awareness of your feelings, promoting acceptance and resilience.
Additionally, healing encourages reaching out to others, whether through community activities or supportive relationships, helping to break the cycle of isolation. By transforming these feelings into opportunities for growth and connection, healing empowers individuals to cultivate meaningful relationships and a greater sense of belonging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Healing Session Confidential?
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During the initial contact Kate is required to collect and record relevant personal information. This is kept highly confidential. Notes are taken after the session and kept confidentially.
All information will be kept confidential unless:
- a) Subpoenaed by a court.
- b) Information disclosed that places yourself or another at risk.
- c) Your signed consent will be required before:
- Discussing with another person such as parent, doctor or employer, or
- Providing a written report to another professional agency, or
Referring to another agency
How Much and How Long Are The Sessions?
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The sessions last for 90 minutes. The cost is $149.00 per session. To book you click on the booking link that will take you to a calendar and payment section.
How Do I Make Payment?
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Click the “Book an Appointment” (Purple) button that will take you to a calendar to book your day and time. You will then be taken to the payment section. I then receive an email notification and message you the day before to confirm. There is a full cancellation fee if your appointment is not rescheduled within 24 hours of your session time. The cancellation fee is applied because your appointment slot cannot be filled by another client. Thank you for your understanding.
Are referrals needed?
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No, referrals are not necessary. Click on the booking link and you will be taken to a calendar to book your time and day, then to the payment link. There is a full cancellation fee if your appointment is not rescheduled within 24 hours of your session time. The cancellation fee is applied because your appointment slot cannot be filled by another client.
How Many Healing Sessions Will I Need?
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This depends on your needs and the reason for coming to my healing rooms. Everyone is different and placing a general timeframe or estimated number of sessions is unrealistic. We can discuss further in your initial session. Healing is layered and depends on trauma and other emotional issues.
Is There A Cancellation Fee?
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24 hours notice is required to reschedule an appointment otherwise the full fee is charged. The cancellation fee is applied because your appointment slot cannot be filled by another client. Thank you for your understanding.
Contact Me
Phone or Email to ask a question OR Click “Make an Appointment” below.