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Fresh Perspectives

Welcome to Fresh Perspective Therapy. We're a group therapy practice serving clients across Maryland. Through this newsletter we share reflections, resources, and tips on how to live happier, healthier lives. We want to open a dialogue and promote community engagement. We hope you subscribe to the newsletter and share your perspective.

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What Happens When We Stop Being Productive?

Hi everyone, It’s no wonder many of us look forward to Labor Day—a chance to pause, step away from our usual responsibilities, and simply have some time off. Our lives can become very structured. There are places to be, things to accomplish, people to care for, and endless lists of things waiting to be done. Even our free time can sometimes feel like another opportunity to be productive. But what happens when we allow ourselves some unstructured time? Time without a task or an expected...

Hello, I recently heard a phrase on NPR that caught my attention: “ Let’s burn it down. Why are we playing by different rules? The conversation was about political polarization, but the sentiment made me think about something much closer to home: our relationships. Sometimes we reach a point where we feel like the balance in a relationship isn't fair. Maybe we feel that our needs aren't being considered, that we're giving more than we're receiving, or that the same expectations don't seem to...

Hi everyone, Recently, we attended an event at the Randallstown Library featuring authors sharing books centered around different mental health experiences and themes. Two authors especially stood out. Marissa D'Angelo shared about her memoir, Chasing Time, a story exploring the complicated relationship with a loved one struggling with addiction. The author spoke about wanting readers to remember that people experiencing addiction are still deeply valuable, caring people, and that addiction...

Summer has a way of inviting us to slow down, spend more time outside, and reconnect with the people and activities we enjoy. Whether your calendar is packed or you're hoping for a quieter season, we hope you'll find a few moments to enjoy everything Summer has to offer. In this newsletter, we hope to give you a few fun suggestions to help make the most of your self-care summer season. Join us in playing Wellness Bingo this Summer! We'd love to see your completed cards! Summer Bucket List ☐...

Hello,As Juneteenth approaches, some people may wonder what this day means for them personally, especially if their own family history is not directly connected to slavery or emancipation. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865, the day enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, finally received word of their freedom. This occurred roughly two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation and marked the delayed enforcement of freedom for approximately 250,000 enslaved people.One...

The things we carry. 💚 That's part of why conversations around mental health matter.... We’d love to invite you to join us this evening for our free virtual community conversation, “Let’s Talk Mental Health.” Let's close out Mental Health Month together. 🌿 Let's Talk Mental Health Thursday, May 28th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Virtual via Google Meet Just some of the discussions we'll be having together! Register here! Northwest Baltimore County, Maryland Unsubscribe · Preferences

Hi everyone, We’d love to invite you to join us tomorrow evening for our virtual community conversation, “Let’s Talk Mental Health.” We hope you’ll join us as we close out Mental Health Month together. 🌿 Let's Talk Mental Health Thursday, May 28th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Virtual via Google Meet Just some of the discussions we'll be having together! Register here! Northwest Baltimore County, Maryland Unsubscribe · Preferences

As we wrap up Mental Health Month, we invite you to join us for a gentle community conversation about mental health, stress, wellness, and support. 🌿 Let's Talk Mental Health Thursday, May 28th 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Virtual via Google Meet Register here! Northwest Baltimore County, Maryland Unsubscribe · Preferences

Hi everyone,On Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, we had the privilege of attending NAMI Maryland's Walk for Mental Health Awareness in Thurmont. It was a powerful reminder of what community truly means.Being surrounded by others who are open, compassionate, and willing to have real conversations about mental health was both grounding and inspiring. There’s something special about connecting with people face-to-face, out in nature, and sharing stories that remind us none of us are alone in what we...

Meet The Team This month, we wanted to take a moment to introduce the people behind Fresh Perspective Therapy, LLC. As a team of social workers, our work is grounded in compassion, connection, and meeting people where they are. Each clinician brings their own path and perspective, and we feel grateful to support individuals and families in meaningful ways. Kathleen Kern, LCSW-C - Owner & Therapist Why was I drawn to Social Work? I wasn't initially. I thought about pursuing a degree in...