Outdoor Therapy in Northumberland and Sunderland

I offer outdoor therapy for children, teenagers and adults in a dedicated woodland space in Longhorsley, Northumberland, within easy reach of Morpeth, Ponteland and Hexham. I also offer in-person sessions in Sunderland, with the option to work outdoors where this feels more comfortable.

Outdoor therapy can be helpful if you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, or finding that traditional therapy settings feel too much.

A different way to begin therapy

For some people, sitting in a therapy room and talking face-to-face can feel intense or difficult.

Being outdoors can change that.

There is more space, less pressure, and a quieter environment. This can make it easier to talk, think, or simply take time without feeling overwhelmed.

What outdoor therapy can help with

Outdoor therapy can be particularly helpful for:

• Anxiety and feeling overwhelmed
• Low confidence or self-esteem
• Feeling stuck or disconnected
• Emotional shutdown or difficulty expressing feelings
• Children or teenagers who struggle to sit and talk
• Anyone who feels more themselves in nature

What sessions are like

Sessions take place in a private woodland space, offering a calm and natural environment.

We might:

• Walk side-by-side
• Sit in a quiet space
• Use a hammock for relaxation
• Include gentle movement or creative approaches
• Or simply talk in a way that feels less pressured

There’s no expectation to do anything in a particular way. We go at your pace, adapting sessions to what feels most comfortable.

Outdoor EMDR therapy

Where appropriate, I also offer EMDR therapy outdoors.

Being in a natural environment can help you feel more settled in your body, making it easier to stay present during EMDR and process what feels difficult.

This can be particularly helpful if:

• You feel overwhelmed in a therapy room
• You find face-to-face work intense
• You feel calmer and more regulated outdoors

A dedicated outdoor space in Northumberland

Sessions take place in a quiet, private woodland setting in Longhorsley, Northumberland.

This is a dedicated space designed to feel safe, calm and separate from everyday pressures, with the natural environment supporting the work.

Getting started

If you’re curious about outdoor therapy, or unsure whether it might suit you or your child, you’re welcome to get in touch.

I offer a free 20-minute consultation to talk things through and help you decide what feels right.