Karen Grant Outdoor Counselling

17/02/2026

Modern pain science has come to understand that the complexities of chronic pain can present opportunities for relief.

Of the many factors that contribute to your discomfort, some will be fixed but others are modifiable.

I can work with you to build a solid understanding of your situation and use modern pain science to develop ways to improve it.

ourdoorcounselling.org

effective - affordable - compassionate

29/09/2025

There are lots of reasons why I conduct my workshops outdoors, the main one being... it's simply wonderful 😊

Thanks Steve Willing for the pic

05/08/2025

Hobart colleagues - this is an invitation to join a free workshop at Taroona on Sun 31 Aug. I'll be trialing a new approach to address the distress experienced by those who work in climate change. If you're a scientist, environmentalist, activist, or educator struggling with the emotional toll of working in climate, please join us.
Link for bookings: 👇
https://events.humanitix.com/free-workshop-with-karen-grant

19/02/2025

Talking about climate change with our children... should we be reassuring or do we need to be realistic? We fear for their future yet we don't want them to be frightened.

You're not alone if you're wondering how to navigate this. It's the question I'm most often asked.

You'll find my perspective with some evidence-based guidance here:👇
https://www.outdoorcounselling.org/post/how-can-i-talk-to-my-children-about-climate-change
Link in Bio

12/12/2024

Christmas can be tricky when family members hold conflicting world views, particularly on climate.
In this short blog post, I consider what might be useful 👇
https://www.outdoorcounselling.org/post/christmas-family-climate

24/09/2024

So... I've done a good job, I'm looking good, I've achieved something special - why would someone praising me for doing so make me feel uncomfortable?
I explore this question in a new blog post. You'll find it here:👇
https://www.outdoorcounselling.org/post/why-does-praise-make-me-squirm

09/09/2024

There are distinct levels of engagement with mental health care in Australia. As with physical health, who to see depends on the severity and complexity of the problem. In a recent blog, I explain the titles and describe the roles. There's quite a bit of overlap so please take this as a very general overview.
Read about it here:👇
https://www.outdoorcounselling.org/post/psychotherapist-counsellor-psychologist-psychiatrist

29/08/2024

Is therapy really just talking?
My latest blog post (mercifully short 😏) considers this question.

https://www.outdoorcounselling.org/post/what-use-is-therapy-it-s-just-talking

15/05/2024

The short answer is both! There is very good evidence that having therapy while taking anti-anxiety medication or anti-depressants achieves the best outcomes for most people. That said, many people don't need medication to benefit from therapy, while some conditions don't respond to therapy alone. The best approach will depend on your personal circumstances. You can book a free 15 min consultation to talk about your situation at outdoorcounselling.org

Listen to this Minding Your Mind podcast to learn more about therapy:👇
https://open.spotify.com/show/0LAtSABWBHF3D8bH7bViXY

05/04/2024

OK... this is nothing new. But sometimes - often - I need reminding.
Check out this delightful 2013 British film "About Time" to learn more:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2194499/

22/03/2024

Depression is insidious, pervasive, and ... treatable ☺️
Prof. Ian Hickie's 2023 book debunks damaging myths, demystifies complex issues, and describes useful ways forward.
If depression, in any of its forms, darkens your life, this book is well worth checking out.

The Devil You Knew explores the spectre of depression – what it is, where it comes from and the common myths and misconceptions surrounding it – so we can find our unique path to healing and live fulfilling lives on our own terms.

22/03/2024

What two words would you like to be used to describe you when you are gone?
Perhaps they can guide you now ...