Are you curious about ecotherapy? How can ecotherapy support the therapeutic process? How would you handle confidentiality or privacy when offering walks-and-talks in your therapy services?







In this podcast episode, LaToya Smith speaks about adding ecotherapy to your practice with Courtney Guhl Huckabay.







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Meet Courtney Guhl Huckabay















Courtney Guhl Huckabay is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Registered Play Therapist Supervisor, and National Certified Counselor. She has over 15 years of experience working in various mental health settings including non-profit agencies, advocacy centers, schools, and private practice.







Supervision in counseling is a large focus for her. Growing professional, compassionate, and ethical counselors is the mission of Terra Therapies.







Visit Terra Therapies and connect on Facebook and Instagram.







In This Podcast









* What is ecotherapy?







* Public privacy







* Nature supports the therapeutic process







* Courtney’s tips for adding ecotherapy to your practice









What is ecotherapy?







Instead of sitting in an office, ecotherapy incorporates the natural light and ambiance of nature which greatly enhances mindfulness and a sense of peace.









But also, it’s nice to be in a natural setting and not such a stifling office setting, for some, to have the space to talk.

Courtney Guhl Huckabay







Be intentional about being out in free space, just like when you are outside in nature under big trees, blue skies, or soft grass. Spending time in nature can give a person the chance to feel freer and less burdened.







Ecotherapy can look like:









* Sitting on a park bench and chatting







* Walk-and-talk therapy around a park or in a natural setting







* Group sessions outside











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