Who is Biglow Unbound?
My name is Robert Biglow, and I am a dually licensed clinician (LADC and LPCC). I have been involved in the mental health profession for 7 years assisting individuals, couples, and families that are seeking support to address their concerns of depression, anxiety, trauma, communication, grief, relationships, and life transitions.
Throughout my life I have explored what it means to be “therapeutic.” For something to be therapeutic it must “promote healing, relieve pain, or provide a beneficial effect on the body or mind.” -Merriam Webster
This definition opens the door on how we can manage our symptoms, behaviors, relationships, or stressors. Mental health concerns can be addressed in real ways, and in every day settings.
Embracing the outdoors has been a transformative therapeutic practice for me, offering a quiet, natural sanctuary where I can find clarity, peace, and a renewed sense of connection to the world around me.
Let’s integrate movement, hobbies, and action into the therapeutic process.
What is an Unbound Session?
Unbound sessions are in person therapy sessions that are completed in a public-community setting in order to create comfortability, confidence, and productivity outside of an office atmosphere.
Unbound sessions may include but are not limited to the following:
-Completing a session at a coffee shop
-Sitting at a local park
-Walks
-Hiking
-Paddleboarding
-Biking
-Going to a playground/park (If providing services to children/adolescents/Families)
-Playing games at a local park (Bags, frisbee, catch, basketball, etc.)
-Fishing
An Unbound session serves as a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with the outdoors while exploring new hobbies that can enrich your personal well-being.
Let’s work together to determine which activities best align with your therapeutic goals.
Why was Biglow Unbound created?
Life happens outside of an office setting! So, why can’t therapy?
The mental health profession has changed in a way that limits how providers are able to support clients.
Biglow Unbound was established to provide care in everyday environments where clients can receive real-time support in processing concerns and cultivating new abilities.
Immersing yourself in the outdoors can restore mental fatigue, as the natural world offers a soothing contrast to the sensory overload of modern daily life.
If you are seeking therapy for your child or teen, I encourage you to ask what environment feels most comfortable for them: an office setting or an active session at the park where they can play games and talk.
Let’s find meaningful hobbies, explore new interests, and reconnect with the outdoors!
Who may be a good fit for Biglow Unbound services
Adults, couples, teens, adolescents, and children 10+ that are open to TeleHealth therapy sessions, or in person sessions that would take part in a community-based setting.
Unbound therapy sessions are an ideal fit for individuals who feel restricted by a traditional office setting, find that movement helps them process their thoughts more effectively, or feel more grounded and at ease when immersed in a natural environment.
How does this all work?
Sign the initial paperwork
Initial paperwork must be signed prior to beginning Biglow Unbound services.
The paperwork can also be signed during the TeleHealth intake session.
Attend the intake session
An intake session will be completed via TeleHealth.
The intake includes: signing intake paperwork, sharing why you are seeking services, discussing what is important to you, exploring the status of your support system, and identifying any goals you would like to work on.
Schedule your next session!
Once the intake has been completed, you can choose whether you would like to schedule a TeleHealth session, or an Unbound session.
See the appointment calendar for scheduling options.
How to schedule your session
-
Choose between Intake TeleHealth Session, Standard TeleHealth Session, and Unbound Session.
IF YOU ARE A NEW CLIENT YOU MUST COMPLETE AN INTAKE TELEHEALTH SESSION FIRST!
If you are choosing an Unbound Session, staff will contact you in order to coordinate an activity and location for the appointment.
-
You will be able to choose from the available appointments to see what day and time works best for you.
-
Please provide your contact information in order to receive confirmation for your upcoming session.
-
During the scheduling process you will be asked to pay for the session.
You have the option to pay with credit or debit card, or Venmo.
-
After payment, check your email for an appointment confirmation and you will be good to go for your session!
Frequently Asked Questions
-
-Unbound in person sessions are subject to change based on weather and temperature conditions.
-If the weather poses a risk to taking part in the Unbound session, the session can be switched to TeleHealth, rescheduled, or cancelled.
-
-If an Unbound session is cancelled due to weather or temperature concerns, you the client will not be charged a cancellation fee.
-
-Depending on the activity that you would like to take part in will determine if any additional items are needed.
-Talk to staff to determine if any items are needed.
-
-Unbound therapy sessions are scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
-TeleHealth sessions are scheduled on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
-See the schedule for time options.
-
-Unbound Sessions may take place in the Northern Twin Cities area (Anoka, Andover, Coon Rapids, Blaine, Ham Lake, Ramsey, Dayton, Maple Grove).
-This is not a cumulative list of areas that may take part in an Unbound session. Please discuss location preferences with staff.
-Clients can join TeleHealth therapy sessions from anywhere in the state of Minnesota.
-
-Nope! Taking part in an Unbound session is not required in order to receive services through Biglow Unbound.
-If you prefer TeleHealth sessions, you may continue to schedule sessions via TeleHealth.
-
-Yes! Biglow Unbound offers TeleHealth therapy sessions as well.
-
-Biglow Unbound is flexible with your scheduling preferences!
-You are able to choose between TeleHealth sessions an Unbound sessions.
-
Biglow Unbound does not take insurance. Payments can be made by credit card, debit card, and Venmo.
Free from the hassle of dealing with insurance!
This ensures complete confidentiality of your care.
You have freedom from insurance delays, or limitations in coverage options.
You have control over your care, who you choose to work with, the frequency of sessions, and what you focus on.
Ready to recharge?
Share your goals, and we’ll craft a plan just for you!