<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[My Site]]></title><description><![CDATA[My Site 1]]></description><link>https://www.adventuretherapypnw.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:22:22 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.adventuretherapypnw.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Private Pay Advantages]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Freedom of Private Pay in Adventure Therapy Choosing a therapist is a deeply personal decision, and how that care is funded can significantly impact the therapeutic experience. While using insurance is a common route, opting for a private pay model offers unique advantages that align perfectly with the intentional, nature-based work at Adventure Therapy PNW. Here is why self-funding your mental health journey can provide a higher level of freedom, privacy, and personalized care: 1. Total...]]></description><link>https://www.adventuretherapypnw.com/post/private-pay-advantages</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f8e2e6356085c6404fc485</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 18:19:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_a18ed13f850f45cda361f1b327c90855~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>avasofialarsen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Green Reset: The Science Behind Nature-Based Healing]]></title><description><![CDATA[In our modern, high-tech world, we are often "connected" but deeply untethered. We spend roughly 90% of our lives indoors, breathing filtered air and staring at blue-light screens. It’s no wonder that burnout, "brain fog," and chronic stress have become the baseline for so many. However, a growing body of research suggests that the most powerful pharmacy isn't behind a counter, it’s right outside your door. When we step into a nature-based wellness retreat, we aren't just "taking a break." We...]]></description><link>https://www.adventuretherapypnw.com/post/the-green-reset-the-science-behind-nature-based-healing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f13db824f9d3e5cd7173ff</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:10:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_5032f4b408a44d07b398e94790ec1a0b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>avasofialarsen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Nature Makes a Difference in Therapy &#38; Walk and Talk Info]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why Nature Makes a Difference in Therapy- Therapy can be done outside! Have you ever noticed how a walk outside can shift your mood, clear your mind, or calm your nervous system? That’s not just a feeling, research and clinical experience show that being in nature has measurable benefits for mental health, including reducing stress and improving emotional balance. I am trained in and integrate adventure, nature-based work and walk-and-talk sessions alongside traditional counseling. This...]]></description><link>https://www.adventuretherapypnw.com/post/why-nature-makes-a-difference-in-therapy-walk-and-talk-info</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f0143f24f9d3e5cd6ed732</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:58:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/16f9d351f1b748ce975fecd30cb103ac.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>avasofialarsen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Great writing about outdoor and nature therapy!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Therapists trade the couch for the great outdoors article Great blog from a colleague on how bringing sessions out of the office and to the trail impacts the therapy practice Associations between Nature Exposure and Health: A Review of the Evidence Bringing Outdoor Therapies Into Mainstream Mental Health article Campus Nature Rx: How investing in nature interventions benefits college students article]]></description><link>https://www.adventuretherapypnw.com/post/other-great-writing-about-outdoor-therapy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f014067475e016cb929567</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:57:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_141438bb743048bcbb4e60fda5126843~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>avasofialarsen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome to my blog!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Starting counseling can feel like a big step, especially in a place like Bellingham, Washington, where the pace of life, connection to nature, and strong community values matter deeply. If you’re searching for a Bellingham counselor for yourself, your teen, or as a college student, my hope is that this space feels grounded, supportive, and human. I offer in-person counseling in Bellingham, WA for teens, college students, and adults. I specialize in experiential and nature-based therapy,...]]></description><link>https://www.adventuretherapypnw.com/post/welcome-to-my-blog</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f0137a705aca899d676b10</guid><pubDate>Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:55:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/7295af87c5c84520be65938b4607d630.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>avasofialarsen</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>