Waypoint Approach
These are the foundational values of the Waypoint counseling approach. Curious about who this type of therapy may benefit, the theoretical basis, and the current research in walk-and-talk session formats? Continue reading below!
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Authentic alliance is the foundation for sustainable growth. Ensuring that you feel valued and heard within our compassion-centered relationship is my number one priority as we begin on your therapeutic and personal development journey.
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Creating lifestyle change requires commitment across all areas of wellness: emotional, physical, spiritual, relational, occupational, and intellectual. Together, we will examine how your growth goals interact and intersect with your “whole person.”
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Utilizing two primary modalities, Walk + Talk and Telehealth, allows for flexibility and increased consistency for sessions.
Who Benefits from this Approach?
Waypoint Walk + Talk and Telehealth sessions are designed to meet the needs of a wide range of people: if you are age 14 or older and are ready to dive deeper into your wellness, Waypoint’s approach will support you on your journey. This is includes but is not limited to individual counseling for:
Anxiety Disorders
Mood Disorders
Stress, toxic stress, and trauma
Life transitions and adjustments
Relationships distress
Emotional regulation
Low confidence and poor self-esteem
Advantages of Integrating Counseling Theories and Techniques
By integrating evidenced-based mental health counseling techniques with experiential work, you can anticipate…
Learning to articulate your emotions and experiences
Practicing mindfulness and gratitude
Increasing distress tolerance skills
In-vivo grounding
Empowerment to set healthy boundaries
Increasing your sense of self, trust, and vulnerability
Walking away with new practical coping skills and mindset intervention strategies
Current Research in the Walk + Talk Session Format
The breadth and depth of research on the Walk + Talk approach to mental health therapy and personal growth counseling continues to grow. Below are some links to helpful resources further explaining the benefits of this up-and-coming therapeutic modality.