Moving forward,
physically and emotionally.
Moving Beyond the Couch
Traditional therapy can feel static, but we believe your progress should be as dynamic as you are. At Positive Strides, we’ve traded the four walls of a clinical office for the open path, helping you move forward in every sense of the word.
Why choose a path-based approach?
Move Beyond the Couch: We integrate the grounding power of nature with evidence-based mental health care.
Break Through Plateaus: By getting your body in motion on a wooded trail or park path, we help unlock new mental perspectives.
Healing in Every Step: Our "walk and talk" sessions in Potomac, Bethesda, Rockville, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring, and D.C. create a space where fresh air and personal growth go hand-in-hand.
Grounded in Science, Inspired by Nature
We’ve reimagined therapy to align with how you actually thrive. By moving the conversation out of a static office and into a living environment, we create a space for healing that feels natural and unconfined.
A Holistic Path to Well-Being:
Clinical Expertise, Outdoors: We pair high-level, evidence-based psychological practices with the restorative power of the DMV’s natural trails.
Breaking the Ice with Movement: Physical activity naturally lowers the barriers to vulnerability, helping you spark new ways of thinking and overcome mental hurdles.
A Personalized Pace: We respect your need for space and provide a professional partner who truly understands your journey—mentally, emotionally, and physically.
Ready to experience a different kind of therapy?
Virtual support when you need it
We offer secure, HIPAA-compliant telehealth sessions to ensure your progress stays on track, no matter what the weather brings.
The Book
Walk and Talk Therapy:
A Clinician's Guide to Incorporating Movement and Nature into Your Practice
A guide to finding your stride. Jennifer Udler, LCSW-C, explores the science and soul of movement-based therapy.
This book is perfect for anyone looking to bridge the gap between evidence-based care and the restorative power of the natural world.
Begin your journey today.