Open Heart Space

08/08/2025

The arteest in me gets super excited changing things up! Our waiting area is getting a refresh. I am beyond lucky to have an amazing landlord who allows/helps/puts up with my shenanigans! 😉❤

08/08/2025

Tuesday was the final day of working with the wonderful humans from the Cumberland Maryland Boys & Girls Club. They always bring me joy.

This summer the kids practiced relaxation via art making & meditation, created their own magical comfort spaces, learned about how music affects mood, and experimented with various art media. Our final project was creating mono prints using natural materials.

We talked about the benefits of making art, including emotion regulation, relaxation, building problem-solving skills, increasing self-esteem, and collaboration with others.

Best wishes to all for a great upcoming school year! ❤

08/04/2025

Hello wonderful people!

I still have a few openings for those seeking mental health services. Please email me at openheartspace12@gmail.com in order to schedule an intake.

-Heather

07/30/2025

Tuesdays are my favorite mornings! Cumberland Maryland Boys & Girls Club staff and kids rock! Positivity pouches & puzzle pieces…

07/23/2025

Yesterday, B&G's Club kiddos used visual imagery and guided meditation to help them imagine calming spaces. Then they created their own serene magical places. Of course, you can't have magic without fairies and rainbows and gemstones! Eeeeeek!!!😍

07/12/2025

07/03/2025

Late post: Week 2 of B & G Club fun! Theme...How music influences mood and how certain lines, shapes, and colors can reflect emotions.

05/18/2025

Great news!

I will start offering EMDR in the near future. I've been hearing for years about the effectiveness of this form of treatment, particularly when it comes to trauma. This is why I began to pursue training. I'm also learning that it has the potential to greatly reduce anxiety!

If this interests you, please continue to follow this page and watch for an announcement about when it is being offered at OHS.

05/18/2025

This is why it's so important to continue to advocate for funding and programs dedicated to mental health. That includes protecting Medicaid/Medicare.

02/02/2025

All,

I'm posting here again to remind those who are struggling during challenging times that you are not alone. Please reach out to local resources that can offer support, including me. I want to compile and post a list addressing many different areas of need so you can easily find help.

The goal has always been to make OHS services accessible to as many people as possible. This is why I became credentialed with Medicaid first. Though the future is uncertain, that will always be my goal.

There are plans to begin offering some free gatherings. I'll keep you posted! Take care of yourselves and each other.❤

-H