ONLINE TRAINING COURSE FOR THERAPISTS AND CLINICS
Enhanced Walk and Talk Therapy
How to integrate a walk and talk program into your practice.
Time in nature heals, soothes, restores and improves our health.
Walk and Talk Therapy is one form of ecotherapy. Across North America, physicians are increasingly prescribing eco-therapy and time in nature as an evidence-based, clinical treatment for stress, depression, anxiety, PTSD and grief. In Canada, patients are even being offered free passes to National Parks when prescribed by their primary care physician.
With an increased focus and understanding on the benefits of time in nature, now is the perfect time to learn how to be an effective Walk and Talk therapist.
From start to finish, this training will provide you with everything you need to create, build, and launch your own ‘Walk and Talk’ Therapy Program.
All lessons are asynchronous and self-paced, designed to fit into your busy schedule. You will get on-demand access to this course for 6 months from purchase date.
A Live Q & A is offered seasonally for extra support and community building.
COURSE DETAILS:
Course begins: Upon purchase*
Course access: Individual Access: 6 months, Group Access: 2 years
Live Q&A sessions: Seasonally
Next Q & A: October 21st at 12pm EST
Link will be provided to participants.
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At Cherry Tree Counselling, we empower clinicians to build and maintain safe and ethical practices. We provide high-quality, ethically sound training that adheres to best practices in our field. A commitment to lifelong learning and professional development supports our personal and professional growth as therapists and earns the trust of both our clients, colleagues and the public.
Join us in this mission to expand our reach and equip therapists with the tools we need to provide safe, ethical, and exceptional care.
COURSE INVESTMENT
FOR INDIVIDUAL THERAPISTS (Single User License)
From start to finish, this training will provide you with everything you need to create, build, and launch your own ‘Walk and Talk’ Therapy Program. All lessons are asynchronous and self-paced, designed to fit into your busy schedule. You will get on-demand access to this course which is approved for 3 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) by the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA). By purchasing, you agree to the terms and conditions listed on our website.
BUNDLE COURSES AND SAVE
Take advantage of our exclusive bundle offer and save on your training! Enroll in multiple courses to enhance your skills while enjoying significant savings on your total investment.
Receive a 10% discount when you purchase both our Enhanced Walk and Talk Therapy and Ecotherapy Through An Indigenous Lens online training courses totalling approximately $85 in savings after HST.
Receive a 20% discount when you purchase our Enhanced Walk and Talk Therapy, Ecotherapy Through An Indigenous Lens, and Reclaiming Resilience online training courses totalling approximately $340 in savings after HST.
FOR GROUP CLINICS AND PRACTICES (Customized Pricing Available)
Investing in your team's training has never been more cost-effective. Enroll your entire group practice, and take advantage of exclusive group discounts. Save on individual participant costs while equipping your entire team with the skills they need to provide a safe and effective Walk and Talk program for your clients. Best of all, we will do all the training and you can sit back and relax, knowing your entire team is confident, competent and certified in this important and increasingly popular eco-modality.
Coordinating with your colleagues from various affiliations to purchase a group license is also permitted. No affiliation restrictions apply and practitioners may join forces to access our program collectively. Please note that a single payment manager is required for group transactions; individual payments are not supported.
As part of our commitment to environmental sustainability and community wellness, a portion of the revenue generated from course purchases will be allocated towards funding eco-therapy programs. By investing in our Walk and Talk course, not only are you prioritizing the well-being of your team, but you are also contributing to the promotion of eco-conscious practices and mental health initiatives in our communities.
Next Steps:
You will be invited to create an account before arriving at the checkout page to finalize your purchase. Once your purchase has been processed, you will receive an email notification to verify and access your account. If you do not see an email from us in your Inbox, check your spam folder and add us to your contacts so you can receive communications regarding the course to you.
*Terms and Conditions:
By purchasing and accessing our Walk and Talk course, you are making an ethical commitment to respect the terms of use. Each participant, whether under an individual or group license, agrees not to share, distribute, or reproduce any course materials without explicit permission from Cherry Tree Counselling & Psychotherapy Services. Unauthorized sharing violates our commitment to confidentiality and intellectual property rights. Cherry Tree Counselling reserves the right to monitor and enforce these terms.
**Prices listed are +HST.
If you are still having issues, contact us directly.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
Video Lessons
7 lessons of asynchronous learning via short videos and text content:
Lesson 1: What is Ecotherapy?
Lesson 2: Planning and Preparation
Lesson 3: Scheduling and Marketing
Lesson 4: Safety Planning
Lesson 5: Therapeutic Modalities
Lesson 6: Time to Launch!
Lesson 7: Therapeutic Connections With the Land (NEW!!)
Additional Resources
Walk and Talk Course Workbook (for download)
Walk and Talk Planning Worksheets (for download)
Reading and Resource List
End of Course Walk and Talk Therapy Quiz
Certificate of Completion
Certification Badge to display on your website!
1-hour synchronous, LIVE Q&A Session with Instructor
CCPA CEC Application
Access to a community of Walk and Talk therapists
Consultation and
Group Supervision
Individual consultation and supervision and
group supervision sessions are available.
TAKE A SNEAK PEEK!
WELCOME FROM THE TRAIL. This trail is “OPTION 2” on our Walk and Talk Program menu.
CELESTIAL DELIGHTS. Just a typical morning out on the trail where we have a close encounter with a family of deer.
Approved for Continuing Education Credits (CECs) by the CCPA.
Completion of this course provides you with 3 credits.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Cree Lambeck, B.Ed., M.A., R.P., OCT.
CLINICAL DIRECTOR AND THERAPIST, SHE/HER
Assistant Clinical Professor Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences McMaster University
As owner and Clinical Director of this group practice, Cree brings a diverse range of experiences to her work.
Cree has worked with the post-secondary population at McMaster University providing counselling services for students and facilitating psycho-therapeutic groups on campus on the topics of mindfulness, procrastination and anxiety. Cree has also served as a Facilitator and Project Leader on campus initiatives that supported student mental health and well-being. It was through these experiences and Cree's graduate research that she gained knowledge and expertise related to ecotherapy and walk and talk counselling models.
WITH GUEST PRESENTER
Amy Commanda, BA, MA, RP
CLINICAL OPERATIONS COORDINATOR AND ASSOCIATE THERAPIST, SHE/HER
Certified Walk and Talk Therapist, Anishinaabe-kwe
As a practicing Walk and Talk therapist and a First Nations person, Amy brings a diverse range of experiences to her work.
Meet Amy, a dedicated practitioner from the Indigenous community, weaving the teachings of her cultural background into her therapeutic practice. She brings her heritage and deep connection to nature into her work as a Walk and Talk therapist and ecotherapist. Rooted in evidenced-based research and her personal journey, Amy’s expertise in ecotherapy and walk and talk counselling models empowers her clients to reconnect with themselves and the natural world.
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