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“Walk and Talk”

A process of change, set in motion

Change isn’t easy. Sometimes we know something needs to move — but we just can’t get started. In a therapeutic-advisory conversation with a psychologist, while walking in nature, we’ll walk side by side and help you move forward: from stuck thoughts – to clarity, from hesitation – to action.

“Walk and Talk"

A unique approach
for unique people.

Take advantage of the wonderful effects of walking and the incredible restorative powers of nature on the body and mind, and strengthen your personal resilience in the face of the endless pressures of the current era.

What is "Walk and Talk" and how does it work?

“Walk and Talk” is a therapeutic-advisory conversation with a psychologist, held while walking at a relaxed pace through a green park.

Topics that occupy your mind — like burnout, stress, feeling stuck, decision-making difficulties, perfectionism, or searching for meaning — tend to open up differently when we’re walking.

As we move through nature, we build personal resilience, strengthen your sense of capability, identify what’s holding you back, and help you move forward.

Sometimes we’ll pause for a short seated break — to focus, reflect, or learn simple tools that support mental resilience.

In this way, the session becomes a “movement hour” for the mind — not just the body.

Take advantage of the benefits of walking in nature and the power of deep conversation in motion.

This isn’t just another talk — it’s a process that helps you change habits, release what keeps you stuck, and find a new direction — in your body, your mind, and your life.

Yes, I’m interested – how do I participate?

Please schedule a meeting here on the website or talk to me over the phone, provide a brief mutual background, conduct a short expectations alignment, and set off. The sessions usually take place in the Ramat Gan National Park, on a fundamentally fixed but flexible route according to the needs of the conversation.

What’s holding you back from change? Research shows that a conversation while walking in nature can be just as effective as one held in a room. But something shifts when we start to move — attention opens up, thinking becomes clearer, and the difficulty itself begins to shift.

Burnout

Tension

Stress

Emptiness

Perfectionism

Procrastination

Uncertainty

Values

Flexibility

Self-Criticism

Every change begins with a first step. Here’s what people shared after walking with me:

“I came red. I left green. Walking and Talking with Muli worked wonders for me. Instead of sitting cross-legged and having a face-to-face conversation with the therapist, we walked in the park. How nice. How refreshing. How less formal. How free you feel to release and absorb things. Walk and Talk really did it for me. It was a great joy. I highly recommend walking with him a bit.”

“What a wonderful experience I had this morning. ‘Walk and Talk’ is a fantastic concept. You meet in the park, start walking, and talk as you go. And because Muli is so intelligent, sensitive, learned, knowledgeable, and attentive, you end the walk and the conversation with more light in your heart and especially in your soul. Highly recommended, 10/10.”

“…And I wanted to tell you and haven’t had the chance yet - I had a really painful dental treatment. I practiced the breathing techniques the whole time and it worked amazingly. He was astonished by my endurance.”

“I felt really good this morning. And it was actually the rain, the air.. that quiet—an unexpected, significant pause. Thank you!! I would be happy to schedule another session.”

“I showed up this morning at the national park for an hour+ of walking among lawns, ducks, and water, and of course, a conversation with Muli. It was fascinating and interesting. Highly recommended!”

"Every person possesses the inner strength and resources to be attentive and self-aware, to create behavioral change, set goals, grow, and heal themselves."

I am Muli, an Applied Social Psychologist (license no. 186062). I live in Givatayim, married and a father of three. I hold a Bachelor's degree (BA) in Psychology and a Master's degree (MA) in Social Psychology, specifically in Sports Psychology, from Reichman University.

My approach:

I work with a humanistic, person-centered approach that places the relationship between us at the heart of the change process.

I believe that meaningful conversations require a safe, warm, non-judgmental space — one that helps you reconnect with your inner resources and use them to create change, cope with challenges, build resilience, and restore your sense of capability.

I believe deeply in the healing power of nature and the therapeutic effects of walking — backed by numerous research studies. “Walk and Talk” was born out of that belief.

My work is grounded in training from the Cohen-Harris Resilience Center (Oti NGO), and draws on a range of contemporary approaches including ACT, logotherapy, humanistic and existential psychology, Buddhist thought, and sports psychology.

I place strong value on psychoeducation — making knowledge and tools accessible, so that people can better understand themselves and make meaningful, intentional change.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Where do the sessions take place?

Sessions usually take place at the National Park in Ramat Gan, along a set route that’s flexible depending on the needs of the conversation.

In certain cases, it’s possible to meet in a different park closer to the client.

Group sessions (for organizations and companies) can be held either in the National Park or in nature settings outside the city, as needed.

Is a walk-and-talk session considered physical activity?

While the session includes walking — which offers a welcome physical benefit — the main focus is on the conversation.

“Walk and Talk” isn’t considered structured physical activity, but it does require a basic level of physical health.

If you have any physical limitations, pain, or other concerns, please let me know in advance — a medical clearance may be required if necessary.

Clients are fully responsible for their physical and medical condition throughout the sessions.

How does privacy work when we are walking outside?

Walk and Talk sessions take place in an open public space, so complete privacy — as in a traditional clinic — cannot be guaranteed.

We may encounter people you know or passersby who might overhear parts of the conversation.

I am committed to protecting your privacy as much as possible, and everything we discuss remains fully confidential.

Before we begin, we’ll go through a short expectations talk — including concerns and potential risks related to privacy.

And of course, if you prefer, we can always meet in a standard home-based clinic.

How did the method develop?

The “Walk and Talk” approach was born from the growing need to cope with emotional overload, stress, burnout, and disconnection from nature — challenges many of us face.

Combining natural movement with a professional conversation creates a unique space that supports both mental and physical well-being.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the need to maintain face-to-face therapeutic contact outside of closed indoor spaces led many therapists and counselors to adopt walking sessions in nature.

Beyond the health-related constraints, many discovered that talking while walking often leads to deeper change — and chose to continue with this approach even after the restrictions ended.

Who is it suitable for and who is it less suitable for?

Not everyone feels comfortable sitting in a clinic.

Some people feel confined in a traditional therapy room, find direct eye contact overwhelming, or struggle with the unequal dynamic that can arise in that setting.

Outdoors, on the other hand, the space is neutral — it doesn’t belong to either of us.

That often creates a sense of equality, which can lead to more openness.

Walk and Talk may be a good fit for people who feel connected to nature, more at ease when moving, or who have positive associations with nature from childhood.

That said, some people feel less comfortable in open spaces — or even experience heightened anxiety there — and that’s completely valid too.

Contact me

If something in you feels that it’s time to move — I’m here to help.

To schedule a “Walk and Talk” session or ask any question, you can leave your details or simply give me a call.

Call me

972-54-456-3901+

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