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Castlebrook Counseling Services is a group practice of mental health therapists

11/04/2025

🚫 NO-vember Day 4: Work Boundaries 🚫

Your time and energy are valuable resources. Sitting in meetings where you're not needed doesn't help anyone - it just drains you.

It's okay to ask, "What role would you like me to play in this meeting?" or "Would it be helpful if I reviewed the notes afterward instead?"

Try this instead:

"I want to be respectful of everyone's time. Could you send me the notes, or let me know if there's a specific part where my input would be valuable?" Saying no to unnecessary meetings means saying yes to meaningful work.

11/04/2025

🚫 NO-vember Day 3: Work Boundaries 🚫

Being constantly available can lead to burnout and blurred lines between work and personal life. That email at 9 PM? It'll still be there in the morning. That "quick question" on Saturday? Monday works just fine.

Try this instead:

Set work hours that feel sustainable for you. Communicate them kindly but clearly. Turn off notifications when you're off the clock.

Your rest time matters!

11/02/2025

🚫 NO-vember Day 2: Work Boundaries 🚫

Your lunch break isn't "extra" time to catch up on work - it's essential time to recharge so you can actually function.

Why this matters:

✨ Your brain needs a mental reset
✨ Your body needs proper fuel
✨ Breaks actually increase productivity

Try this instead:
Block your lunch on your calendar like it's a meeting. Even 20-30 minutes of TRUE break time will make your afternoon better.

11/01/2025

Welcome to NO-vember! This month we're practicing the power of NO for better mental health.

This week we're focusing on work & professional boundaries. Your job is important, but so are YOU. Burnout isn't a badge of honor - it's a warning sign.

Over the next 6 days, we'll explore healthy ways to protect your energy, time, and well-being at work. Each day will feature one boundary to practice saying NO to.

Today, we are saying NO to taking on projects when your plate is already full.

You don't have to say yes to every request just because you're capable. Being good at your job doesn't mean you have infinite capacity.

Overcommitting doesn't make you a team player - it makes you overwhelmed, resentful, and less effective at everything you're trying to juggle.

Try this instead:
"I'd love to help, but I'm at capacity right now. I can take this on after [current project] wraps up, or we can discuss reprioritizing my current workload."

10/10/2025

Parent Group #5 - Validation Skills!

"That makes sense," "I hear what you're saying," and "that really stinks" are some of my favorite validating statements.

Validation is not agreement, and we can validate emotions while setting limits on behaviors.

10/10/2025

Today is . This year, we recognize the urgent need to support the mental well-being of people affected by crises – from conflicts to natural disasters.

During times of crisis, nearly 1 in 5 people experience a mental health condition. By working together– governments, healthcare providers, educators, and communities – we can ensure that mental health care is inclusive, accessible, and part of every emergency response.

Learn more with World Health Organization (WHO): https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day/2025

10/03/2025

Things feel heavy right now. And if you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or just off – you’re not alone.

Our Executive Director, Kerrie Toole, LICSW, shares 5 powerful ways to care for yourself when the world feels out of control.

From protecting your nervous system to setting boundaries that bring peace, these are practical steps you can start today: https://castlebrookcounseling.com/blog/things-are-tough-right-now-here-are-5-things-you-can-do?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_hsMvqqsZGFuhMrV3G7_CzedB0Hko93g44-TA5c3v6p4pPLrXgJo71eAJBQ9spMCiiTjzh

09/29/2025

Castlebrook will be walking in the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention’s Out of the Darkness Walk. This annual event brings communities together to raise awareness, honor loved ones lost, and support those affected by su***de.

We are proud to take part in this important cause and invite you to join us in supporting our team. If you’d like to make a donation, you can visit our team page here: https://afspwalks.donordrive.com/teams/368485?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9y-eugonpxYeyE6k51eG_0YDwhQGoFcR5dAE6rFGSxDRHM7-9994U9TexzEtHanDecALmG

09/27/2025

September is National Su***de Awareness Month, a time to break the stigma surrounding mental health and remind our community that no one has to face emotional pain alone.

If you or someone you care about is struggling with thoughts of su***de, there are trusted crisis hotlines ready to provide immediate support and connection to resources. All of the hotlines below are free, confidential, and available 24/7.

Behavioral Health Help Line (BHHL)
📞 Call or text 833-773-2445
Available to all residents of Massachusetts, 365 days a year.

988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline
📞 Call or text 988
Available nationwide.

The Trevor Project
📞 Call 1-866-488-7386
📱 Text 678-678
Specializes in crisis intervention and su***de prevention for LGBTQ+ young people.

Trans Lifeline
📞 Call 1-877-565-8860
Provides peer support run by and for trans people.

09/05/2025

Some of our Castlebrook therapists enjoyed a fun and creative evening together at Muse Paint Bar. 🖌️💙

We love finding moments like these to build community and recharge – because caring for ourselves helps us care for others.

Pictured: Julie Massi, LMHC, Lisa Garneau, Autumn Dube, Niamh Smithers, M.A., Victoria Coons-Melanson, LCSW (MA), LMSW (CT), and Kerrie Toole, LICSW.

08/26/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome McKayla Weaver, M.S., M.B.A. to the Castlebrook Counseling!

McKayla brings a warm, collaborative approach to therapy and has experience supporting adolescents, college-aged individuals, and adults.

McKayla is now accepting new clients with both in-person and virtual openings! Learn more about McKayla's journey, therapeutic style, and what inspires her work in our recent blog post: https://castlebrookcounseling.com/blog/clinician-spotlight-meet-mckayla-weaver-ms-castlebrook-counselings-newest-clinician

07/05/2025

Please welcome our newest therapist, Victoria Coons-Melanson, LCSW (MA), LMSW (CT), to Castlebrook Counseling!

A compassionate, trauma-informed therapist, Victoria brings a deeply relational and inclusive approach to her work, especially when supporting LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent clients.

As a member of both communities herself, Victoria creates affirming, validating spaces where clients can feel safe, seen, and supported. Her therapy style is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and honoring each client’s pace and story.

Get to know more about Victoria in our latest blog post: https://castlebrookcounseling.com/blog/meet-victoria-a-warm-welcome-to-castlebrook-counselings-newest-clinician

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24 Lyman Street, Suite 200
Westborough, MA
01581

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+15084759110

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