Find Your Ground.

Heal in Nature.

Outdoor Therapy & Forest Bathing with Nancy Saunders.
Begin your journey to well-being.

I’m Nancy, a psychodynamic counsellor based in Buxton.

My practice is built on the belief that your journey of self-awareness is uniquely yours. I am here to provide a safe and ‘holding’ space where we can explore that journey together with warmth and without judgement.

We begin with what brings you here, and gently, over time, we’ll unfurl your life story to understand the roots that lie beneath your current feelings. As we reflect together, you’ll gain a greater sense of how your relationships and experiences have shaped you.

I see my role as a guide, helping you build a deeper understanding of how you relate to yourself and the world. This new awareness is what allows you to find strength, overcome challenges, and walk a path that feels true to you.

I am a registered member of the BACP and offer sessions for adults and older adults, either outdoors in nature or remotely.

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My Services

Outdoor Therapy

We take our counselling sessions outdoors, walking and talking in nature. Moving side-by-side instead of sitting face-to-face can feel freer, helping us explore your thoughts in a more expansive and reflective space.

Forest Bathing

This is a gentle, guided mindfulness practice of Shinrin-Yoku (forest bathing). It’s not counselling, but a separate offering to help you slow down, connect with nature through all your senses, and reduce stress.

Online Counselling

Receive warm, confidential support from the comfort and privacy of your own home. Remote sessions (via video or ‘phone) offer a practical, secure, and accessible way to get the time and space you need each week.

My Approach

I combine professional, evidence-based counselling with the profound healing benefits of the outdoors. Nature provides a unique setting that helps reduce stress and foster mindfulness, allowing for deeper therapeutic work. My role is to guide you through this process, providing support as you navigate your challenges in an environment that naturally encourages healing and self-discovery.

QUESTIONS?

Finding the right therapist is an important decision. For any questions at all, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Let’s start the conversation.