Toronto, On – Social Worker and Therapist Amy de Nobriga launches “The Walking Therapist,” making mental health care approachable, adaptable, and supportive for all. The Walking Therapist is a modern, innovative counselling service offering therapy in a way that integrates seamlessly into clients’ daily lives. This person-centered approach provides therapy sessions while walking, in the comfort of your home, or via video chat, making mental health support more accessible and flexible than traditional office-based therapy.
Walking therapy sessions combine light exercise with counseling, allowing clients to process emotions and thoughts while moving with a therapist by their side. This unique approach encourages a sense of ease, incorporating therapeutic support into a client’s routine at school, work, or home. Therapy is designed to be non-judgmental, anti-oppressive, and easy to integrate into daily life.
For those interested, The Walking Therapist allows the use of insurance benefits for sessions. Depending on the insurance provider, direct billing options may be available, making the service more convenient and accessible.
Key Benefits of Walking Therapy:
- Stress reduction: Walking can help relieve tension, improve circulation, and lower blood pressure
- Enhanced therapeutic relationship: Walking alongside the therapist can build a feeling of equality and parity between the two
- Easier to open up: Walking can make talking about problems feel more natural and relaxed
- Metaphor for progress: The physical movement of walking can be a metaphor for progress in therapy
“I’m dedicated to creating a safe, supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings. Walking alongside you, I’m here to help you navigate life’s challenges with compassion and care.” Amy de Nobriga, MSW, RSW
About Amy de Nobriga, MSW, RSW:
Amy de Nobriga has nearly 2 decades of experience in the field of social work with agencies – including – Mount Sinai Hospital, SickKids Hospital, Humber River Hospital, The Children’s Aid Society, Interval House, The Good Shepherd, University of Guelph & York University at Osgoode Hall Law School. She has provided a wide range of therapeutic support to children, young adults, older adults, pregnant women, couples, and families. Worked with individuals struggling with guilt, shame, stress, substance use, self-harm, thoughts of suicide, anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, schizophrenia, and psychosis. Has offered therapy to individuals experiencing trauma, crisis, abuse, sexual assault, struggling with a medical diagnosis, financial strain, relationship struggles, domestic violence, separation, divorce, end of life decisions and bereavement.
Amy’s additional accomplishment include conducting research on the effects of art programs on children’s self-esteem and the effectiveness of the Partner Assault Response Program (PARS). She has been a guest lecturer for a CLASP seminar at Osgoode Hall Law School speaking about social work and the connection to the legal system. Amy is active in her community. Amy received her master’s in social work from York University and is registered with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers. She has a certificate in Family Mediation from York University. As well as a variety of trainings in various therapy modalities: including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Solution-focused, Narrative Therapy and Mindfulness.
Contact “The Walking Therapist”
Email: amy@thewalkingtherapists.com
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