Walk and Talk Therapy in Copenhagen
- Bjørg Plougmand
- Mar 25, 2023
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 2
Therapy in motion
Walking creates a natural rhythm in the conversation and allows space for natural pauses. For some people, the process can feel easier because the gaze is directed forward rather than directly at the therapist. The informal setting, natural surroundings and fresh air can create a sense of calm, more room for reflection, and less stuckness around difficult topics. Some people find that these surroundings and the movement make it easier to put difficult thoughts and feelings into words and help release emotional stress in the body.
I offer walk and talk therapy in Copenhagen near the Lakes, close to my practice in Frederiksberg.
What is walk and talk therapy?
Walk and talk therapy is psychotherapy where the conversation takes place while we walk together in natural surroundings. The therapeutic work is fundamentally the same as in a session at the clinic or online — only the setting is different.
The format is flexible and can either stand alone or be used as a supplement to sessions at the clinic.
We walk at a calm pace that is adapted to you, and there is of course always the possibility to pause or sit down on a bench along the way.
Who might benefit from walk and talk therapy?
Walk and talk therapy may be a good option for both adults and adolescents who feel more comfortable with a more active and informal setting for the conversation.
Walk and talk therapy is not a separate form of therapy, but an alternative setting for the psychotherapeutic conversation. The session is adapted to you and to the issues you would like help with.
It may be relevant for you if you:
experience stress, restlessness or racing thoughts
are going through a life transition
are working with grief, loss or trauma
experience anxiety or low mood
find it easier to put things into words and open up while walking
would like a different setting than traditional therapy in a consulting room
Walk and talk therapy is not necessarily suitable for every issue. We will always talk about what would work best for you before we meet for the first walk and talk session.
What happens during a session?
We meet at an agreed location near the Lakes and walk a route that fits the length of the session and your needs.
The conversation is, as always, confidential. However, because we are in a public space, we may encounter other people along the way. We therefore agree in advance how to handle this if we meet someone you know, or if a situation arises where you need more privacy.
In the case of very poor or very hot weather, the session can, by agreement, be moved to the clinic on Vodroffsvej or take place online.
Practical information
Location The sessions take place at Vodroffsvej 61 in Frederiksberg. I also offer online sessions and walk-and-talk therapy in the local area.
Language I offer therapy in both Danish and English.
Do you have questions? It is important that you feel comfortable. You are always welcome to book a free and non-binding 25-minute online consultation to connect and for you to decide if I am the right therapist for you.
Would you like to explore walk and talk therapy in Copenhagen?
You are welcome to book a complimentary 25-minute online consultation if you have questions or would like to explore whether walk and talk therapy could be a good fit for you.
References
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van den Berg, A. E. & Beute, F. (2021). Walk it off! The effectiveness of walk and talk coaching in nature for individuals with burnout- and stress-related complaints. Journal of Environmental Psychology, Aug(76). https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jenvp.2021.101641.
