Thomas Doherty ’02 (New England, PsyD) was featured in the APA Monitor on Psychology article “How to integrate walking therapy into your practice,” exploring the benefits of walking therapy and its growing role in mental healthcare.
A leader in ecotherapy, Doherty highlights how walk-and-talk sessions can deepen reflection and create meaningful therapeutic experiences, with some clients reaching what he describes as a more “spiritual” level of insight.
Based in Portland, Oregon, Doherty integrates an environmental perspective into his clinical work, focusing on the connection between mental health, well-being, and the natural world. He is the founder of Sustainable Self, where he provides therapy and consultation on climate change, health, and resilience.
Read more about Doherty in the Alumni Magazine article “Finding Your Center in the Chaos of the Climate Crisis.“
