Therapy, Reimagined: Healing in the Heart of Nature
Nature-Informed Therapy is now available outdoors this summer — in the forest and by the ocean!
This summer, therapy sessions are stepping outside. I am excited to offer Nature-Informed Therapy (NIT) in two extraordinary outdoor settings right here in the greater Boston area: the charming forests of Breakheart Reservation in Wakefield and the serene shores of Singing Beach in Manchester-by-the-Sea. Whether you are drawn to the grounding stillness of towering trees or the expansive openness of the ocean, there is a natural setting waiting to support your healing journey.
Building a Connected Mental Health Community: WNPA Officially Joins Wellesley Counseling & Wellness
At Wellesley Counseling & Wellness (WCW), we have always believed that mental healthcare works best when it feels connected, accessible, collaborative, and deeply rooted in the community it serves. Over the past several years, we have watched the needs of our local community continue to grow. We see families searching for answers, adults struggling to navigate complex symptoms, local schools looking for guidance, and individuals working hard to achieve diagnostic clarity. One of the most significant barriers we repeatedly encountered in the Greater Boston area was accessing comprehensive, high-quality neuropsychological testing.
That is why we are thrilled to announce that we have officially integrated Wellesley Neuropsychology & Assessment (WNPA) into WCW. This exciting transition is part of our growing mission to become a true, comprehensive clinical and mental health hub for the Wellesley, MA and Greater Boston communities.
You Are Trying, Now Trust
This article will talk about the fears, struggles, and questions you may have around therapy work! There will be some helpful prompts and scripts you can use or feel inspired from when you are feeling stuck in session.
How Generosity Supports Mental Health
Giving—especially in small, meaningful ways—has a powerful impact on mental health. And it benefits both the giver and the receiver.
Generosity isn’t about grand gestures. It’s checking on a friend, helping a neighbor, volunteering for an hour, or surprising someone with a small kindness. These moments matter more than we think.
Turning Towards Anxiety
Our first instinct is usually to push it away. Anxiety can feel unbearable, and it’s natural to want it gone. But what if your anxiety isn’t the enemy? What if it’s actually trying to protect you, keep you safe, or prepare you? Instead of pushing it away, what if you turned toward it, with compassion and curiosity?
How Do I Talk With My Child About Starting Therapy?
Having a conversation with your child about starting therapy can feel tricky. Parents often feel a lot of pressure to get it just right, especially if it’s their child’s first time in therapy or they’re not sure how their child will respond to the idea. There’s no one right way to talk about starting therapy with your child. What’s most important is to introduce the idea in a way that feels safe and supportive, not like they’re in trouble or that something is wrong with them.
Holding Space When the World Feels Unbearable
None of us are meant to carry this alone. I want to offer not just validation, but a few reflections on how we might accompany others—and ourselves—through times like this.
Harnessing Nature’s Power with Nature Informed Therapy (NIT)
Learn about how our relationship to nature can be an agent of change.
Making the Most of Your Therapeutic Investment
Learn several strategies to take your efforts up a notch, and support your success in your therapeutic journey.
