Embracing Change: The Unofficial End of Summer
As summer comes to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the power of change. This season, I made it a point to unwind—traveling, enjoying the beach, savoring good food, and soaking up the sun. Just as the weather shifts and leaves change color, we too can embrace these changes as an invigorating opportunity to reset and renew.
With the academic year approaching, we recognize the distinct challenges that come with this transition, especially for students in the Boston area. College life, with its academic pressures and social changes, offers both growth and stress. This period can be particularly difficult for students struggling with eating disorders (ED), as the statistics show a rising prevalence of these conditions on campuses. Our practice is uniquely positioned to support this population, with expertise in treating eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and related mental health challenges.
As we welcome the cooler weather and the changes it brings, let’s also embrace the opportunities for growth and transformation that come with it.
Here’s how we’re supporting you this season:
Discover Alex Bauermeister’s Expertise: Learn more about the expertise of one of our talented therapists, Alex Bauermeister, LCSW, including her work with couples, polyamory, and non-monogamy.
Expanded Services: Find out more about our flexible therapy options in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Florida, and explore our medication management and professional consultation services.
Blog Highlight: Dive into our latest blog on perfectionism and its impact on mental health.
Upcoming Supervision Group: Get details about our new online supervision group starting in October, designed for professional growth and connection.
Thank you for your support, and as always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions or feedback.
Be well,
Karen
Spotlight on SPECIALTIES: Alex Bauermeister, LCSW (she/her)
We’re excited to shine a spotlight on Alex Bauermeister, LCSW, one of our talented therapists. Alex specializes in working with couples, bringing a wealth of experience from her training in couples yoga therapy, the Gottman approach, and the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy (PACT). In her work, Alex helps partners understand their interactions on a nervous system level, fostering a more regulated and connected relationship.
Alex also has a special interest in supporting clients exploring or navigating non-monogamy and polyamory. With her trauma-informed and attachment-informed approach, she offers a safe and supportive space for clients who might feel isolated on their unique relational journey.
Learn more about Alex and the rest of our team HERE.
Expanded Services: Therapy, Medication Management, and Professional Consultation
Therapy, Medication Management, and Professional Consultations: In addition to providing in-person therapy at our Brookline, Massachusetts office, we offer telehealth appointments for therapy and medication management throughout Massachusetts. Did you know that some of our therapists are also licensed in Rhode Island and Florida?
Clinical and Private Practice Consultations: We also provide comprehensive consultation services to support both clients and mental health professionals
Our clinical consultations offer guidance on various treatment options, including inpatient, residential, and intensive outpatient programs. Karen’s extensive experience in the mental health field helps clients and families make well-informed decisions about their treatment journey.
For mental health professionals, we offer individual and group consultations to enhance skills and knowledge, as well as tailored coaching for those starting or growing a private practice.
Perfectionism isn't a harmless quirk; it's a defense mechanism built on a foundation of insecurity. At its core lies a nagging feeling of inadequacy, a belief that we aren't good enough as we are. READ MORE.
Upcoming Supervision Group for Professionals
We’re excited to announce the launch of a new online supervision group for clinicians this October. This group offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and connection. Sessions will be held monthly from 11:45 AM to 1:00 PM. Participants are asked to commit to an initial three-month period, with a total fee of $150 for the three sessions.
Group Dates:
• October 22nd
• November 19th
• December 17th
Keep an eye out for the flyer with more details coming soon!
Karen's Mental Health Bite
While I certainly had my share of the summer sun, I am looking forward to the cozy glow of fall and winter. As the weather cools down, there’s nothing quite like curling up with a warm beverage and a good book.
This month, our team is recommending a few of our favorite reads that can provide both comfort and insight during the transition to fall. We'd love to hear what some of your favorite books are!
No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model, by Richard Schwartz.
The Wind Knows My Name, by Isabel Allende
Defending Jacob, by William Landry
