Nature Therapy In Hamilton, Ontario
At Noia Wellness, we combine therapeutic conversation with the healing power of nature. Our sessions take place in safe, serene outdoor settings where you can feel at ease. We’ll walk side by side, allowing the natural surroundings to support the therapeutic process.
It's Therapy, Just Outside!
Do you find peace in nature or feel more comfortable outside the traditional office setting? Walk & Talk Nature Therapy offers a unique way to engage in therapy while surrounded by the calming presence of the outdoors. At Noia Wellness, we believe that nature can be a powerful partner in the healing process, helping you feel grounded and connected as we work together.
Humans are inherently made of nature. Being in and with nature has been shown, across time, culture, and faith systems, to deeply impact the wellbeing of people. Why? Because we ARE nature. Countless scientific and psychological studies have shown the health benefits of being in nature, for physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health.
Walk & Talk Nature Therapy has recently blown up in the field of psychotherapy, as it combines the beauty and effectiveness of traditional psychotherapy, with the evidence-backed accounts of the power of nature.
Nature-Based Therapy Could Be For You If You...
Feel more at ease or find it easier to open up in nature
Struggle with traditional office settings or feel constrained by them
Want to combine the benefits of physical movement with therapeutic work
Are seeking a more relaxed and informal therapy experience
Feel connected to nature and want to incorporate it into your healing journey
How Walk & Talk Nature Therapy Can Help Adults In Hamilton, Ontario
Walk & Talk Nature Therapy offers all the benefits of traditional therapy, with the added advantage of being in nature. Through our sessions, you’ll:
Explore your concerns in a more relaxed, natural environment
Experience the calming effects of being outdoors
Engage in therapy in a way that feels less formal and more connected
Combine physical movement with mental and emotional processing
Good to know: Walk & Talk sessions are currently available to returning clients only. If you're new to Noia and interested in walking sessions, we'll start with an initial session (in-office or virtual), followed by a check-in, before moving outdoors together.
Conditions We Work With
Walk & Talk Nature Therapy can support you if you're dealing with:
Anxiety and racing thoughts
Burnout and nervous system exhaustion
Stress that feels stuck in your body
Life transitions — career changes, relationships, becoming a parent, big moves
Feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or "checked out"
Difficulty opening up in a traditional office setting
Difficulty opening up in a traditional office setting you're not sure whether this approach fits what you're carrying, our Therapist Matching Form is a good place to start.
Note: Walk & Talk Nature Therapy is not a crisis or emergency service. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 911 or go to your nearest hospital.
Areas We Serve
We currently offer Walk & Talk Nature Therapy sessions in:
Locke Street and the surrounding neighbourhood
Westdale
Our office is based at 231 Locke Street South, Hamilton, and we also welcome clients from Kirkendall, Durand, and Strathcona for in-office and outdoor sessions. Prefer to meet virtually first? We offer virtual therapy across Ontario for your initial and follow-up sessions before moving outdoors together.
Looking to build on your Walk & Talk sessions?
Pair this work with Individual Therapy, Somatic Therapy, or Burnout & Nervous System Therapy if you're carrying stress that outdoor sessions alone don't fully address.
Our Hamilton Therapists For Nature Therapy
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Emily Grunthal
M.Psy., RP
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Maddy Prosserman
M. Sc., RP
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Teagan Miller
MSW, RSW
Frequently Asked Questions
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Walk & Talk sessions are currently offered to returning clients only. If you're new to Noia, we'll start with an initial session and a follow-up check-in (in-office or virtual) before transitioning to outdoor sessions.
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Sessions take place outdoors in and around the Locke Street and Westdale areas of Hamilton, in parks, trails, and green spaces close to our office.
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Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and footwear you can walk in. We meet outdoors rain or shine, so dress for the forecast.
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We don't bill insurance companies directly, but we provide receipts you can submit to your provider for reimbursement. Coverage depends on your plan and the practitioner type (RP or RSW), so we'd recommend checking with your provider first.
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Not at all. Walk & Talk Nature Therapy works the same way as our in-person or virtual sessions, just outdoors. It's a fit whether you're new to therapy or have been in it for years.
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Fill out our Therapist Matching Form and a team member will follow up within 1-2 business days to help you find the right fit.
Find Your Fit: Therapist Matching Form
Match with a therapist on our team that fits your needs! Tell us a little about yourself, and a team member will get back to you in 1-2 business days.