Resources for Therapists

We meet at least once a quarter. I aim to send out details for walks at least a month before they're scheduled to take place.Historically, walks have always been on a Saturday or Sunday, and started at 11am. Moving forward, I'll be adding in some Friday walks as well :)Please subscribe below to stay in the loop about when our upcoming walks are taking place!

We walk along Forbidden Drive in Wissahickon Valley Park, and access the trail from the Pachella Fields parking lot.

We usually walk for about two hours. If you have to leave early- no worries! You can turn around whenever you need to.

Please let me know if you are planning on attending a walk. You do not need to let me know if you are not coming to the walk.

Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes early to find parking, use the restroom, and do whatever you need to do before we start walking. If you're running late and want to try to catch up with us, you can call me to let me know.

Pachella Fields has ample parking in the large parking lot. However, parking can be difficult when there are sporting events taking place at the fields. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the walk start time to find parking.

There is a bathroom at the Valley Green Inn, about 20 minutes/1 mile into the walk.

Forbidden Drive is a wide gravel trail that's mostly flat terrain. However, there is a steep hill from the Pachella Fields parking lot to the trail on Forbidden Drive. Wear sturdy footwear!

First and foremost- some comfortable, sturdy walking shoes. Second and just as important- water. Also, it doesn't hurt to be prepared with some sunscreen and bug spray.

In the event of rain, snow, or excessive heat, I'll try to move the event to an indoor location- usually a nearby coffee shop- as long as there's one that's big enough to accommodate our group. If I can't find an indoor option for us, the event will be cancelled. I'll send out an email by 10am the morning of the walk letting you know if it's been moved indoors or cancelled. If you have any questions about whether the walk is still taking place, you can call or text me.

While I know so many people love and benefit from time outside, these events are only open to mental health therapists.

I appreciate how many therapists love the great outdoors and that some have asked about doing more outdoor activities together through this group. Organizing activities like kayaking or biking takes a bit more planning and it's more than I have the bandwidth for right now! My hope is that you'll meet other therapists you connect with through this group, so you could always get together for some of these other activities with the friends you make here.