We deliver bouldering therapy through or our facilitated ClimbWell group, or as 1:1 sessions. Both can help you acquire the skills to navigate personal challenges or help you with your difficulties and provide an opportunity for reflection and growth.

Climbing provides a safe space for real-context interventions, helping individuals manage social comparison, self-criticism, fear, and reframing internal difficulties.

The approach combines skills from various psychological modalities such as Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Narrative Therapy, Person Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).

All of our psychotherapists are registered with professional bodies such as Social Work England or the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy, and all climbing instructors are qualified with Mountain Training England.

Chalk and Talk is primarily a therapy group dedicated to fostering a supportive community focused on individual and collective well-being. It is a welcoming and inclusive space where members come together regularly for large group sessions that emphasise sharing ideas, building connections, and providing mutual support.

These sessions are designed to create a safe environment where everyone feels comfortable expressing themselves and supporting one another’s mental and emotional health, as well as engaging in physical activities like climbing. The overarching goal of Chalk and Talk is to cultivate open, honest conversations and a sense of mutual care, helping each person to feel empowered, connected, and resilient within the community.

The session cost is £20.00 each, plus your entrance fee and runs on the last Tuesday of each month.

"Chalk n Talk" can also be offered as one-on-one therapy sessions, providing a personalised approach to mental health support. In these sessions, we utilise climbing as a powerful tool for open discussions.

You'll have the opportunity to express your thoughts and feelings in a safe environment. The dynamic nature of climbing helps break down barriers, promote trust, and foster deeper connections. As we engage in this activity, we can explore topics of your choice.

This method encourages interactive dialogue, as the physical challenges of climbing can reflect personal challenges in everyday life. It's an ideal setting to reflect and develop new perspectives while building both physical and mental resilience.

Whether you're addressing specific issues or enhancing your overall well-being, "Chalk n Talk" sessions offer a unique blend of physical activity and therapeutic conversation to support your mental health journey.