NEW WALK STARTING MONDAY 6TH JANUARY

Hey I’m Gary, the walk leader of the Nantwich MWAT group.

When moving to the area, I found a lack of mental health support in the community. So after discovering the MWAT group, I decided to set one up in Nantwich.

Having been through many of my own battles with mental health over the years, I know how valuable it is to have a strong and reliable support network to be successful in beating what life throws at us.

I didn’t come from an outdoors family, but discovered a passion in hiking, exploring and all things outdoors in my 30’s. This led me to joining walking groups via social media and getting to explore some awesome places in the UK and abroad. All while making some lifetime friends.
And going on to organise group walks and retreats, providing support to people with their mental health.

Following a particularly low point in life after a break up, I was made homeless and then lost my job. Finding myself with no hope or future, I battled to regain control of my life for many months. Until attending a Christmas Day community walk, set up for those facing Christmas alone. This was the turning point for me.

I sorted my own Mental Health, then gained qualifications and experience to become a qualified counsellor and therapist. Mixing my passion for the outdoors into my work practice to develop a walking style therapy.

I look forward to meeting you on one of our walks and hearing your stories.