CURRENT EVENTs
Welcome to the Mindful Body Therapy and Wellness Current Events Blog- our little way of connecting you to our clinicians in the office, outside of the office, and everywhere in between!
Current Group!
We can't get rid of our negative thoughts and emotions, but by learning to accept them, we can allow ourselves to focus on the parts of life that matter to us more. This group aims to encourage members to accept themselves for where they are at now as a necessary first step to growing in the future. Through these group sessions, you will:
- Recognize and reclaim the power of thoughts by changing the way you interact with them.
- Accept negative thoughts and emotions as a part of life and learn to live meaningfully even when they're present.
- Better understand the life you want to live and start taking the steps to get there.
Upcoming sessions will discuss:
1. Values Clarification - Reflecting inward to determine the kind of life you want to lead
2. Expansion and Acceptance - Creating space for difficult emotions to exist without letting them take over
3. The observing self - Identifying thoughts as thoughts before they convince you their facts
4. Contact with the Present Moment - Living mindfully and grounding your senses in the task at hand
5. Cognitive Defusion - Exploring and harnessing the power of thought and perception
6. Committed Action - Making choices that allow you to live life by your values
7. Where do I go from here?
To sign up: https://forms.gle/cZiyXc8Z7nmhMdW88
*Please note you do not have to be a current client to attend this group!
Community Book Club!
Mindful Body Therapy and Wellness is hosting a community book club! This free and open-to-all book club invites you to dive into books that explore complex and challenging topics through a nuanced lens.
In our gatherings, we approach each book with a clinical perspective, yet no prior therapy knowledge or experience is necessary—just a passion for reading and a willingness to engage in meaningful dialogue. Our aim is to foster deeper understanding and thoughtfulness through diverse and stimulating literature.
Although the group is run by a clinician, it’s important to note that our meetings are not therapeutic sessions but rather a forum for intellectual and reflective conversation.
Each session is limited to 10 participants to ensure an engaging discussion. To make the most of our time together, we encourage everyone to finish the book before attending. Meetings are held in person at 2 Elm Square, Suite 317, Andover, MA, 01810 and will be led by Holly Harmon, LICSW. Light refreshments will be provided.
To join us for any of our meetings, please sign up via the provided Google form. We look forward to sharing insights and discussions with you!
To sign up: https://forms.gle/cZiyXc8Z7nmhMdW88
Book Club Meeting Dates and Books:
Thursday, May 8th at 7pm: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor
Thursday, September 11th at 7pm: How to Raise an Intuitive Eater: Raising the Next Generation with Food and Body Confidence by Sumner Brooks & Amee Severson
Previous Books:
The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt
Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture by Virginia Sole-Smith
Fight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict Into Connection by Julie Schwartz Gottman & John Gottman
If you have any questions, please contact hello@mindfulbodytherapyandwellness.com
Past Events
Art Therapy Group!
Art Therapy for Body Acceptance is an 8-week group for teenagers who want to improve their body image and bolster their self esteem. During these 8 weeks, Art Therapist Liz Scalese (MS, ATR-BC) will guide participants through therapeutic art exercises that aim to:
-expand their understanding of their own body/self-image presently;
-explore possible origins of these issues, including internal and external influences;
-guide them towards a place of self-acceptance, through practicing self-compassion; and
-celebrate their own individual strengths
DISCLAIMER: While this is a therapeutic group led by a mental health professional, this group is not intended to replace mental health treatment for any individual. If triggering or distressing themes arise, it is recommended that you speak with an individual therapist for further support around these issues.
** Unfortunately we did not receive enough sign ups - if you are interested in something like this group, please reach out to hello@mindfulbodytherapyandwellness.com **
Yoga Class Fundraiser!
Yoga class hosted by Holly Harmon!
Use the QR code to purchase tickets ahead, or make a donation, but drop ins are welcome!
If you cannot attend, please still consider donating. Every donation is entered to win the raffle prize!
We hope to see you there!
*THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL EVENT, WE ARE SO GRATEFUL*
