The walls start to close in, the air feels heavy, and words don’t come easily.
Outdoor & Adventure Therapy offers another path — one that takes place on local trails, parks, and open spaces in the Cheyenne area. It’s counseling in motion: calm, grounded, and connected to the world around you.
When we step outside, something shifts. Conversations flow more naturally, the nervous system settles, and the environment itself becomes part of the healing process.
Being outdoors changes how our brains and bodies respond to stress.
Nature helps regulate the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and promote clarity in ways that four walls often can’t.
Outdoor therapy works by blending evidence-based psychological methods with the natural grounding power of movement and environment.
Clients often notice:
Less pressure and more openness in sessions
A sense of calm that builds over time
Increased confidence through physical engagement
Easier connection between mind, body, and emotions
It’s not just about walking — it’s about shifting how we process thoughts and emotions.
Sessions are guided by your therapist and follow a flexible, client-centered structure.
Here’s what it typically looks like:
Meet-Up & Check-In – You’ll meet your therapist at a designated local trail, park, or outdoor location in Cheyenne.
Movement & Conversation – Sessions may involve walking, light activity, or seated discussion in nature, depending on your comfort and needs.
Reflection & Integration – You’ll process experiences, connect insights back to your goals, and leave with practical takeaways to continue progress between sessions.
Outdoor therapy is private, confidential, and customized to your comfort level. If weather or accessibility are factors, sessions can easily transition to traditional or telehealth formats.
This approach can be especially powerful for:
Clients who feel “stuck” in traditional therapy settings
Those dealing with anxiety, depression, or burnout
High performers who struggle to slow down or disconnect
Veterans and first responders seeking trauma-informed movement
Anyone who finds healing, focus, or spiritual connection outdoors
Outdoor & Adventure Therapy integrates our full clinical toolbox —
including ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), CBT, DBT, and somatic awareness techniques — with physical engagement and mindfulness.
You’ll learn how to:
Use sensory awareness to regulate emotions
Develop resilience through controlled challenges
Connect values and goals with physical experiences
Practice grounding, mindfulness, and reflection in motion
It’s therapy that feels real — active, connected, and alive.
Due to current insurance limitations, Outdoor & Adventure Therapy is a private pay service.
This flexibility allows for customized locations, session structures, and extended or family-based outdoor sessions when appropriate.
We’ll discuss trail options, accessibility, and safety during your initial consultation.
You’ll always know what to expect before heading out.
Outdoor therapy fits seamlessly within our whole-person approach at Outside Therapy.
Many clients combine this work with other services such as:
Together, these build a foundation for long-term wellbeing — not just mental health, but mental strength.
Many clients describe outdoor sessions as “the first time therapy actually clicked.”
There’s freedom in movement, and with that freedom often comes clarity — the ability to finally say what’s been held inside, or to think about something without the same weight.
You might come in feeling tense, restless, or anxious — and leave with a quiet mind, a deeper breath, and a plan that feels doable.
Our work doesn’t stop at the office door. We believe mental wellness includes sleep, nutrition, movement, and connection — all the factors that shape your ability to function and feel fulfilled.
That’s why our team partners with local wellness providers, outdoor programs, and nutrition services to support whole-person healing.
When you take care of the full picture, progress becomes permanent.