Karla Weidman, LCAT

12/28/2025

January 2026 Newsletter

Hello everyone,

I hope this message finds you well and that you were able to find moments of rest during the holiday season. As we move into January, I wanted to share a few important updates and reminders.

Transition to Headway – Effective 1/1/26
Beginning January 1, 2026, I will officially be transitioning my medical record and billing system from SimplePractice to Headway.

As part of this transition, there is a required form that must be completed for billing purposes. Please be sure to:
• Log into your Headway account
• Review and sign the required form as soon as possible

Once this form is completed, Superbills can be generated and sent automatically each month, which may help streamline reimbursement if you submit claims to your insurance independently. Completing this form is essential to avoid billing disruptions and to access this feature.

If you have any questions or run into issues, please feel free to text or email me.

Appointments & Scheduling
All appointment requests will continue to be made through my website and Square:
👉 karla-weidman.square.site

New Group Offering: Grief & Loss Group
I will be offering a 6-week Grief and Loss Group beginning:
• Start Date: Tuesday, 2/11/2025
• Time: 6:00–7:30 PM
• Cost: $30 per session (180$ total)
• Commitment: Participants are expected to commit to and pay for all 6 weeks

Please note: We will not meet on 3/3/2025, as that evening is reserved for the Book Club Group.

📩 To sign up for this group, please email:
Karla.Weidman@yahoo.com

Therapeutic Book Club Group – 1/6/2025
The next Book Club Group will meet on January 6, 2025.

There’s still time to read the quick and meaningful book:
The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest

📩 To sign up for Book Club, please email:
Karla.Weidman@yahoo.com

A Self-Compassion Pause
This week, try offering yourself a brief pause grounded in self-compassion:
1. Place a hand over your heart or another area that feels comforting.
2. Silently acknowledge: “This is a hard moment.”
3. Remind yourself: “I’m allowed to move at my own pace.”

You might journal on this prompt:
“Where am I putting pressure on myself right now, and what would it look like to soften — even slightly?”

This practice isn’t about fixing anything, but about meeting yourself with kindness in the moment.

A Note on Flexibility & Understanding
Thank you for your patience and understanding over the past few weeks. With the holidays and seasonal illnesses, flexibility has been greatly appreciated. I remain committed to supporting you while also navigating this time of year with care and balance.

As always, please reach out via text or email if you have any questions.

Warmly,
Karla Weidman, LCAT, CASAC, PMH-C

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12/12/2025

Come join us!

12/02/2025

✨ December Newsletter — Karla Weidman, LCAT, CASAC, PMH-C ✨

Hello everyone,
I hope this season finds you as grounded and supported as possible. December can be both beautiful and overwhelming, so I’ve included some important updates and gentle reminders below.

📌 IMPORTANT: Please Log Into Headway & Sign Your Updated Forms

As part of my transition from Simple Practice to Headway, all clients will need to:
• Log into their Headway account
• Review and sign updated forms/releases
• Ensure your appointment information is correct

This process only takes a few minutes, but it is essential for:
✔ Billing accuracy
✔ Session continuity
✔ Keeping your chart up to date and compliant

If you haven’t done this yet, please complete it as soon as possible.
And if something isn’t working or you’re unsure what to do, please reach out — I’m happy to help.

Thank you for your patience during this transition. I know system changes can be inconvenient, and I truly appreciate you.

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📚 Self-Help Book Club — New Year, New Members Welcome!

Our Self-Help Book Club continues into the new year, and I am welcoming new members along with renewed commitments from current participants.

⭐ First Tuesday of Every Month

6:00–7:30 PM
Light refreshments and snacks provided.

This group is a warm, reflective space to deepen your personal growth, learn practical skills, and connect with others who are on a similar journey. We explore themes of emotional wellness, healing, identity, and resilience — without pressure or perfection.

✨ Start 2025 with Intention

If you’re looking for a structured way to invest in yourself in the new year, this is the perfect place to begin.

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📖 January’s Book: The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest

A motivating, accessible look at self-sabotage, emotional patterns, and stepping into the healthiest version of yourself.
Perfect for a fresh start and new-year mindset.

If you’re interested in joining or recommitting, simply reply to this newsletter and I’ll add you to the January list.

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🎄 Gentle Support for Holiday Stress

The holidays have a way of magnifying everything — joy, grief, overwhelm, expectations, and old emotional dynamics.
Some reminders for this season:

You’re allowed to set boundaries.

Saying “no,” leaving early, or simplifying plans is healthy and allowed.

Create small pockets of calm.

Try:
• 5 slow breaths
• Putting your hand on your chest
• Stepping away for one minute of quiet
• Naming one need per day (rest, water, space, connection)

Lower the bar where needed.

Your holiday does not need to be perfect — it just needs to be gentle enough for the version of you that exists right now.

Reach out if this season feels heavy.

Many people struggle quietly in December; you are not alone. I’m here to support you.

💛 Wishing You Moments of Peace and Joy

Thank you for allowing me into your healing journey. I’m cheering for you as you move through the rest of this year and step into 2025 with intention and care.

Warmly,
Karla Weidman, LCAT, CASAC, PMH-C

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11/06/2025

One of my amazing clients shared this with me, and now I’m sharing with you! 😘

I’m a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor, and Perinatal Mental Health–Certified professional. I combine creative expression, evidence-based practices, and trauma-informed care to help people reconnect with themselves and build resilience. My w...

11/03/2025

November Newsletter

🧡 Grateful Reflections

As we enter the season of gratitude, I want to thank each of you for allowing me to walk alongside you in your growth and healing. November invites reflection — noticing where you’ve been, where you’re going, and what brings you small moments of calm and joy.

Grounding Prompt:
“What small moments have brought me peace or joy today?”

Even 30 seconds of reflection can shift our nervous system toward regulation and calm.

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🎀 October Ribbon Cutting Celebration

October marked a special milestone — our official Ribbon Cutting for Ontario Counseling Center!

It was a beautiful evening celebrating connection, growth, and community with colleagues, family, and friends. I’m deeply grateful for the support that continues to surround this space and the work we do here every day.

📸 A glimpse into our Ribbon Cutting evening:

It was such a joy to mark this new chapter with all who have supported Ontario Counseling Center’s growth. Thank you for being part of this journey!

📚 Therapeutic/Self-Help Book Club

Join us for our new monthly group starting Tuesday, December 2nd, from 6–7:30 PM at the Ontario Counseling Center.

Each month we’ll explore meaningful literature while connecting through guided discussion, reflection, and light refreshments.

First Book: The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown
Cost: $30 per person
When: The 1st Tuesday of each month
Where: Ontario Counseling Center – 6301 Furnace Road, Ontario, NY 14519
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Questions: karla.weidman@yahoo.com

🪶 Practice Updates

➡ Transition to Headway:
We’re continuing to transition from Simple Practice to Headway for scheduling, forms, and billing.
Please check your email for an invitation from Headway to join.
You may notice:
• A new appointment reminder format
• Updated intake or release forms
• A new insurance verification process

Please reach out if you have any questions during this transition — I appreciate your patience and understanding.

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🫶 Cancellations & No-Shows

Life happens — and I always strive to be flexible and understanding.
Please remember:
• Cancellations require at least 24 hours’ notice
• No-shows will be billed at the full session rate
• Repeat cancellations may also be subject to charges, as ongoing schedule disruptions limit availability for others seeking appointments

If something unexpected comes up, please reach out — we can often problem-solve together.

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🌬 Breathing for Balance

Try Box Breathing this month for calm and clarity:
• Inhale for 4
• Hold for 4
• Exhale for 4
• Hold for 4

Repeat 3–5 times.

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💫 Closing Thought

“Gratitude turns what we have into enough.”
— Melody Beattie

Wishing you warmth, connection, and rest this November.

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Karla Weidman, LCAT, CASAC, PMH-C
Licensed Creative Arts Therapist | Ontario Counseling Center
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10/13/2025

You are invited!

Let me know if you have any questions! Read the book, come prepared to chat. Reserve your spot via my booking page, or email me and let me know :)

Light refreshments provided

Check out our event on Tuesday, Dec 2, 2025.

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10/06/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Karla Weidman as a new member of our Board of Directors!

Karla Weidman, LCAT, CASAC, PMH-C is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor, Perinatal Mental Health-Certified clinician, and small business owner. She specializes in creative, evidence-based approaches to mental health, trauma recovery, and perinatal wellness.

With a background in counseling, teaching, fundraising, and program management, Karla brings expertise in leadership, business development, and community outreach. She joined the Delphi Rise board to support innovative, compassionate services that strengthen individuals and families in recovery and beyond.

10/04/2025

09/29/2025

🍂 October Newsletter – Karla Weidman, LCAT, CASAC, PMH-C

A Season of Change & Reflection

October brings crisp air, falling leaves, and the reminder that change is part of growth. It’s a time to pause, ground ourselves, and embrace new routines as the season shifts.

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🌄 Community Highlight: The Climb – Wayne County 2025

This Weekend!
Saturday, October 4th | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Casey Park

Join us for family fun, raffles, yoga, bounce houses, a nature walk, kids’ activities, and more—all while supporting perinatal mental health.

✨ Can’t make it but still want to support? Donate directly here:
give.postpartum.net/waynecony

Follow us on social media for updates:
• Facebook & Instagram:

We’d love to see you there!

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🧠 Practice Updates
• Transition to Headway: As shared in September, I’m continuing the shift from Simple Practice to Headway for scheduling, forms, and insurance management. Some of you may receive updated links or requests for new forms. Thank you for your patience as this transition continues—your care remains my top priority.

• Evening Group Therapy: Beginning in November, I’ll be offering a Therapeutic Book Club group on the first Tuesday of each month (6:00 – 7:30 PM). Please note this will be a monthly commitment rather than a weekly group. We’ll remain flexible and open to adjusting the day, frequency, or format depending on what participants find most supportive—I truly value your feedback and ideas.

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🌟 New Offering! Evening Group Therapy 🌟

Our Therapeutic Book Club begins the first Tuesday in November!

📅 When: The first Tuesday of each month, 6:00 – 7:30 PM (schedule subject to change)
📖 Focus: We’ll start with Brené Brown’s classic, The Gifts of Imperfection. Together we’ll explore what it means to let go of who we think we’re supposed to be and embrace who we truly are.
🔄 Format: We’ll begin as an open group (new members may join at any time), unless we collectively decide to make it a closed group for deeper connection.

💡 Your voice matters! We can always adjust the day, frequency, or format of the group depending on what works best. I strongly encourage feedback and ideas—this group is meant to grow with you.

👉 Sign up today through my Square booking portal:
karla-weidman.square.site

✨ Spots are limited—reserve your place early!

“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we will ever do.” – Brené Brown

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🍂 Wellness Tip of the Month

Grounding with the 5-4-3-2-1 Technique
When anxiety or overwhelm creeps in, try this:
• 5 things you can see 👀
• 4 things you can touch ✋
• 3 things you can hear 👂
• 2 things you can smell 👃
• 1 thing you can taste 👅

It’s a simple, quick way to reconnect to the present moment.

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✨ Quote of the Month

“Autumn shows us how beautiful it is to let things go.” – Unknown

🍁 Letting Go Exercise

Take a quiet moment this week to practice releasing what no longer serves you:
1. Write it down – On a small piece of paper, jot down something you’d like to release (a worry, a habit, a thought that weighs you down).
2. Hold it with intention – Take a breath, acknowledging how this has affected you, and why you’re choosing to let it go.
3. Release it – Safely tear it up, crumple it, or burn it (if safe to do so). As you do, visualize yourself creating space for something new and nourishing.
4. Replace it – Whisper or write down one thing you want to invite in this season—peace, balance, courage, or joy.

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P.S.

Even if you can’t attend The Climb, you can still support perinatal mental health by donating here:
give.postpartum.net/waynecony

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09/29/2025

is the organizer for the Wayne County division of “The Climb,” hosted by Postpartum Support International. .’ 💭 But the truth is, none of us has it all figured out.

Karla Weidman MS, CASAC, LCAT, PMH-C
is the organizer for the Wayne County devision of “The Climb,” hosted by Postpartum Support International.

Join this powerful event, open to the public. Whether you are a postpartum parent, a parent who has experienced loss, or just a supporter who wants to stand in solitude. There will be local resources, raffles, and fun for the whole family.

Casey Park
6551 Knickerbocker Rd, Ontario

October 4th, 11:00 am-2:00 pm

Donation Link
https://give.postpartum.net/team/642213

Subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss this powerful interview about the importance of postpartum support
Youtube: www.youtube.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CxYAUw0tYf7WszxAXeGW8
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stronger-with-every-session/id1826880912
Website: https://renewhopeandhealing.com/stronger-with-every-session/

09/29/2025

Postpartum mental health can be confusing—depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and unexpected emotions are all part of the journey. 💛 Shared experiences, asking for help, and stepping out of your comfort zone can be healing. Nothing is ‘abnormal,’ and there’s no shame in seeking support.

Karla Weidman, MS, CASAC, LCAT, PMH-C
is the organizer for the Wayne County devision of “The Climb,” hosted by Postpartum Support International.

Join this powerful event, open to the public. Whether you are a postpartum parent, a parent who has experienced loss, or just a supporter who wants to stand in solitude. There will be local resources, raffles, and fun for the whole family.
YouTube: www.youtube.com/
Casey Park
6551 Knickerbocker Rd, Ontario

October 4th, 11:00 am-2:00 pm

Donation Link
https://give.postpartum.net/team/642213

Subscribe to our channel so you don’t miss this powerful interview about the importance of postpartum support
Youtube: www.youtube.com/
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CxYAUw0tYf7WszxAXeGW8
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stronger-with-every-session/id1826880912
Website: https://renewhopeandhealing.com/stronger-with-every-session/

09/03/2025

September Notes: fall rhythms, milestones & The Climb

Hello friends,

As we shift into fall routines, here are practice updates, a 2‑minute grounding skill, a few local picks, and details about my upcoming fundraiser event: The Climb – Wayne County happening October 4 at Casey Park.

Practice & Schedule *important*

-Hours (September): Sundays 9:00–5:00; Monday–Wednesday 8:30–2:30.
-Friendly Reminder: Cancellation & No‑show Policy: Please cancel or reschedule more than 24 hours in advance to avoid charges. No‑shows are billed at the full appointment fee. I also understand life happens and aim to be flexible and reasonable — please communicate if something urgent arises.
-Medical Record System Update: I’ll be shifting from Simple Practice to Headway. You may notice a new appointment monitoring system and updated forms to fill out (like releases). Nothing else will change for you. If you have any questions, please let me know.
-Evening Group Idea: I’m floating the idea of running an evening Book Club group, and I’m open to other group options as well. If you’d be interested in joining a group therapy option, please reply to this newsletter or email me — I’d love to hear from you!

Life/Lens

School is starting back up, which means many of us are navigating new routines, emotions, and expectations. Let’s all remember to give each other (and ourselves) a little extra grace this month with all the changes. On a personal note, my son Teddy is starting Pre‑K — a huge adjustment and milestone for our family. It’s a bittersweet reminder of how quickly these seasons shift and how important it is to pause and notice the growth along the way. Thank you all for being flexible with me during this transition!

Introducing The Climb

This fall I’m excited to share something new: The Climb – Wayne County. It’s a community walk and wellness event I’ve been pouring my heart into for the past six months (in my not‑so‑free “free time”). The Climb raises awareness and funds for perinatal mental health, bringing families, providers, and supporters together for connection, healing, and fun. I would love to see your smiling faces there!

📅 Date & Time: Saturday, October 4 · 11 AM – 2 PM at Casey Park; 6551 Knickerbocker Road. Ontario, NY 14519

What to expect: Vendor/resource tables, yoga sessions, kids’ activities, bounce house, crafts, raffles, and space to honor every family’s journey.

Join us: Follow along and share on socials — Facebook & Instagram .

Skill of the Month — 2‑Minute “5•3•1” Reset

Why it helps: Interrupts spirals and brings your body into the room.

Steps:

5 breaths: In through the nose, slow out through the mouth.

3 senses: Name one thing you see, hear, and feel.

1 cue: Whisper a cue like “right here.”

Screenshot cue: “5 breaths · 3 senses · 1 cue.”

Book Recommendation of the Month

What Happened to You? by Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Bruce Perry — Find it here: amzn.to/3JnZtqX

Why I’m recommending it: This book reframes trauma through compassion and curiosity instead of judgment. It explains how early experiences shape our brains and bodies, helping readers understand themselves and others with greater kindness. It’s an accessible and powerful read for anyone exploring healing.

Affiliate note: I may earn a small commission if you purchase through my link. I only recommend resources I’ve personally read and find genuinely useful.

Opinion Corner — Boundaries are Bridges

Saying “no” isn’t a wall; it’s a bridge to the yes that matters. Try this script: “I want to be present when we hang out. This week I don’t have capacity. Can we look at next Wednesday?” You’re not rejecting a person; you’re protecting connection.

With care,
Karla

Educational only; not a substitute for therapy. Crisis support: call 988 or visit the nearest ER. You received this because you opted in as a client, past client, or community partner.

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