The Waypoint Counseling Approach

These are the foundational values of the Waypoint counseling approach. Curious about who this type of therapy may benefit, the theoretical basis, and the current research in walk-and-talk session formats? Continue reading below!

  • Authentic alliance is the foundation for sustainable growth. Ensuring that you feel valued and heard within our compassion-centered relationship is my number one priority as we begin on your therapeutic and personal development journey.

  • Creating lifestyle change requires commitment across all areas of wellness: emotional, physical, spiritual, relational, occupational, and intellectual. Together, we will examine how your growth goals interact and intersect with your “whole person.”

  • Utilizing two primary modalities, Walk + Talk and Telehealth, allows for flexibility and increased consistency for sessions.

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Who Benefits from this Approach?

Waypoint Walk + Talk and Telehealth sessions are designed to meet the needs of a wide range of people: if you are age 14 or older and are ready to dive deeper into your wellness, Waypoint’s approach will support you on your journey. This is includes but is not limited to individual counseling for:

  • Anxiety Disorders

  • Mood Disorders

  • Stress, toxic stress, and trauma

  • Life transitions and adjustments

  • Relationships distress

  • Emotional regulation

  • Low confidence and poor self-esteem

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Advantages of Integrating Counseling Theories and Techniques

By integrating evidenced-based mental health counseling techniques with experiential work, you can anticipate…

  • Learning to articulate your emotions and experiences

  • Practicing mindfulness and gratitude

  • Increasing distress tolerance skills

  • In-vivo grounding

  • Empowerment to set healthy boundaries

  • Increasing your sense of self, trust, and vulnerability

  • Walking away with new practical coping skills and mindset intervention strategies

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Current Research in the Walk + Talk Session Format

The breadth and depth of research on the Walk + Talk approach to mental health therapy and personal growth counseling continues to grow. Below are some links to helpful resources further explaining the benefits of this up-and-coming therapeutic modality.

American Psychological Association

National Institute of Health

Journal of Creativity in Mental Health