Walk 'n Talk

What is Walk 'n Talk?

“The rhythm of walking mirrors the rhythm of thought, supporting deeper reflection” -Barton et al., 2012.

Simply, talking to your therapist (psychologist/psychotherapist/mental heath social worker etc) while walking or sitting in nature.

The simplicity of Walk n’ Talk hides potentially powerful and transformative experiences. These benefits are backed-up by quality research.

Why Walk n' Talk?

Walk-and-talk therapy offers a unique and beneficial approach by combining physical movement with therapeutic conversation. Walking can help reduce anxiety, promote relaxation, and make you feel more at ease. Natural settings create a more comfortable and less intimidating environment, compared with indoor therapy settings

Where does Walk 'n Talk take place?

Pakapakanthi, 2025

Walk 'n Talk sessions take place in the local parklands near our office in the CBD, which are host to a wide array of park life, as well as varying terrains, creating opportunities to adapt to each clients' needs.

What else is there for me to consider before trying Walk ‘n Talk?

Before your first walk and talk session, you will be fully informed about the potential risks and benefits of a walk-and-talk session. This includes discussing the environment, potential distractions, privacy considerations, and physical activity involved

 

How to access Walk 'n Talk

To speak to someone at Connected Self please phone 08 8232 2438 or email at info@connectedself.com.au

Polyvagal Practices

Polyvagal practices aim to enhance physiological regulation, restore a sense of safety, and promote engagement through autonomic nervous system regulation.

This enhances social and emotional learning, including recognising and regulating emotions (from a physiological lens) and developing empathy for others.

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PACE

Developed as part of attachment-focused family therapy, PACE is a trauma-informed approach aiming to create safe, trusting, emotionally connected relationships with children and adolescents who have experienced trauma or attachment difficulties. PACE stands for:

Playfulness

  • Approaching with an open, ready, calm, relaxed and engaged attitude.
  • Not taking yourself/situations too seriously.
  • Diffusing difficult/tense situations.

Acceptance

  • Unconditionally accepting the current state/mood/behaviour.
  • Accepting that there are things unseen that lie below behaviour.
  • Acceptance supports feeling secure, safe and loved

Curiosity

  • Understanding the child gently and without judgement.
  • Supporting child to bring awareness to their inner life.
  • Wondering statements.

Empathy

  • A sense of compassion and understanding for young person’s feelings and thoughts.

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