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What is Walk & Talk Therapy

Walk & Talk Therapy combines the power of traditional counseling with the proven mental health benefits of movement and time spent in nature. Instead of sitting in an office, you and your therapist walk side by side — at a comfortable pace — while working through what matters most to you.

Why Walk & Talk?

  • Reduces anxiety and stress through physical movement and fresh air
  • Many clients find it easier to open up when walking side by side rather than face to face
  • Nature and outdoor settings naturally support mood regulation and emotional processing
  • Combines the benefits of exercise and therapy in a single session
  • Ideal for clients who feel restless or uncomfortable in traditional office settings
  • Suitable for a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and more

Who Is It For?

Walk & Talk Therapy is available for individuals of all ages — children, teens, adults, and older adults. Sessions can be tailored for individuals or couples. Whether you are navigating a major life change, managing chronic stress, or simply seeking a fresh approach to therapy, walking sessions offer a meaningful and effective alternative.

How Does It Work?

Choose a Location: Sessions are held at parks, trails, beaches, or other outdoor spaces agreed upon by you and your therapist.
Dress Comfortably: Wear weather-appropriate clothing and supportive shoes. Bring water if you like.
Walk at Your Pace: There is no pressure to walk fast. We move at whatever pace feels right for you.
Confidentiality is Maintained: Your therapist takes steps to protect your privacy in outdoor settings.
Standard Session Length: Sessions are typically 50–55 minutes, the same as traditional therapy.

Ready to take the first step?

Contact us to find out which of our therapists offer Walk & Talk sessions

and to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.

Seaside Counseling & Wellness

Questions, Support or Guidance

Angela Ordyniec, MA/LISW-CP

Clinical Social Worker

Angi was drawn to become a therapist by her desire to walk alongside people as they navigate life’s twists and turns. Her approach is authentic, dynamic, and uplifting, and she never loses sight of each individual’s capacity to persevere, create, and transform.

With 20 years of experience working with individuals from diverse and complex backgrounds in both non-profit and private practice settings, Angi brings a warm, relational style to her work—often sprinkled with humor. She specializes in supporting adults through life transitions, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and symptoms of anxiety and depression.

Angi integrates various therapeutic approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She is also passionate about the connection between nutrition and mental health, having earned a certificate in Nutrition and Integrative Medicine for Mental Health from Adelphi University.

She embraces working with people from all backgrounds, religions, orientations, cultures, and ideologies. In her free time, Angi enjoys cooking savory meals, relaxing at the beach, reading, connecting with loved ones, and maintaining a balanced self-care routine.

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