Sometimes the best way to move forward is to step outside. A supportive space to untangle your worries, clear your head, and reconnect with yourself.
Nature Therapy in North Vancouver: Walk, Talk and Reconnect Outdoors
Outdoor counselling. Professional support. Space to move, breathe and reflect.
- In-person outdoor sessions
- Walking, sitting, or using natural elements for creative expression.
- A gentle pace led by you
RCC
Compassionate.
Culturally informed.
Extended health, CVAP
+ ICBC coverage options
RCC
Compassionate. Culturally informed.
Extended health, CVAP + ICBC coverage options
NATURE THERAPY EXPLAINED
What Is Nature Therapy?
Nature therapy, also called nature-based therapy, ecotherapy or walk-and-talk therapy, brings professional counselling into outdoor settings. It combines therapeutic conversation with gentle movement, sensory awareness, reflection and connection with the natural environment.
At Noorify Counselling, Ileah Snell, MCP-AT, RCC, offers nature therapy in North Vancouver and Vancouver. Your initial consultation takes place by secure telehealth. Before your first outdoor session, you and Ileah discuss your goals, mobility, privacy, weather and a setting that feels safe and supportive. You and Ileah discuss your goals, accessibility, privacy, weather and a natural setting that feels safe and supportive.
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PROFESSIONAL COUNSELLING OUTDOORS
What to Expect in Nature Therapy
Mindful Movement & Walking
Using local trails or parks to pace your thoughts and process emotions through gentle physical activity.
Sensory awareness
Learning to use the sights, sounds, and textures of nature to soothe your nervous system in the moment—building practical grounding skills you can carry with you for life.
Metaphor & Reflection
Finding clarity by mapping internal struggles onto the resilient, changing cycles of the environment around us.
Expressive Arts
Incorporating natural, found elements into creative processing and emotional expression.
WHO NATURE THERAPY SUPPORTS
Support for times when life feels heavy or disconnected.
Nature therapy adapts to your body, comfort, mobility and goals.
Stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm
Neurodivergent clients
Personal growth, clarity, or deeper connection
Identity concerns, low self-esteem, or feeling stuck
Trauma, numbness, or feeling disconnected
Grief, loss, or a major life transition
Burnout, fatigue, or difficulty slowing down
Nature-based counselling also suits people who think more clearly while moving or feel uncomfortable in a traditional office setting. It combines the support of talk therapy with the grounding experience of the natural environment. You remain in control of the pace, direction, and level of activity throughout each session.
Nature-Based Therapy
Registered Clinical Counsellor
MEET YOUR NATURE THERAPIST
Ileah Snell
MCP-AT, RCC
Registered Clinical Counsellor Offering Nature-Based Therapy
Ileah offers a calm, respectful space where nature, gentle movement and reflection help you connect with your feelings, stories and strengths. Sessions follow your pace and centre your comfort, culture and goals.
- Warm, person-centred support
- Nature-based and talk-based options
- A collaborative, pressure-free approach
QUESTIONS ARE WELCOME
What people often ask before booking
Is nature therapy confidential?
Outdoor sessions involve different privacy limits than office-based counselling. Ileah discusses these with you beforehand and chooses quieter settings to support your comfort and privacy.
Do I need to be physically fit?
No. Nature therapy is not a fitness class or guided hike. Sessions involve gentle walking, sitting or a combination of both. The pace and location are chosen around your comfort and mobility.
What happens if the weather changes?
You and your therapist agree on a backup plan before the session. Options include adjusting the location, meeting indoors or rescheduling when needed.
Are sessions covered by insurance?
Many extended health plans cover sessions with a Registered Clinical Counsellor. CVAP and ICBC coverage options are also available. Check your plan for details.
WHY PEOPLE CHOOSE NATURE THERAPY
A different setting for meaningful therapeutic work.
Less Pressure
Walking side by side often makes difficult conversations feel less intense and more natural.
ROOM TO MOVE
Gentle movement supports reflection when sitting still or maintaining eye contact feels uncomfortable.
NATURAL GROUNDING
Trees, water, fresh air and changing light offer sensory anchors for returning to the present.
BUILT AROUND YOU
The location, pace and level of activity are chosen around your comfort, mobility and goals.
You do not need to know exactly what to say.
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. Ask your questions and explore whether nature therapy in North Vancouver feels right for you.
Not sure which therapy is right for you?
There is no pressure, just a conversation.
