The things that haunt us aren’t always monsters.
Sometimes they’re the thoughts we carry, the expectations we put on ourselves, and the ways we try to cope.
Thursday, October 29, 2026 | Starting at 5:30 PM ET
This Halloween, we’re opening the doors to a different kind of experience, one where the things that scare us are a little closer to home
Explore. Learn. Connect. Take something with you.
Welcome to the House of What Haunts Us
This Halloween, Be Heard Psychotherapy is transforming our annual Open House into an immersive mental health experience.
Step inside and explore four themed rooms, each inspired by something that can quietly affect the way we think, feel, and relate to ourselves and others.
This isn’t a therapy session.
It isn’t a typical Halloween party.
It’s an evening designed to make conversations about mental health feel more approachable, more human, and maybe even a little fun.
What’s Inside?
Every room follows a simple idea:
LEARN
Discover a different perspective on a mental health experience.
DO
Try something practical, interactive, or reflective.
TAKE
Leave with a tool, reminder, or small practice you can continue using beyond the event.
Free • Space is limited • Surprises from our local partners
Why can saying “no” feel so uncomfortable?
In this room, we’ll explore people pleasing, boundaries, the fear of disappointing others, and the difference between being kind and abandoning your own needs.
You’ll have the chance to practice a different way of responding and leave with a reminder that setting a boundary doesn’t make you a bad person.
What happens when the goalpost keeps moving?
This room explores perfectionism, self-worth, performance, and the pressure to constantly do more, achieve more, or become better.
You’ll be invited to experiment with something that can feel surprisingly difficult: stopping before everything is perfect.
What if this happens?
What if that goes wrong?
What if I can’t control it?
Anxiety can make uncertainty feel like a problem we need to solve immediately.
In this room, we’ll explore “what if” thinking, uncertainty, and the difference between what we can control and what we can release.
Loneliness isn’t always about being physically alone.
Sometimes we can feel disconnected while surrounded by people.
This room explores connection, loneliness, asking for support, and the relationships that help us feel more like ourselves.
The evening will culminate in a special Be Heard Talks conversation with Tia DeVincenzo about calming your nervous system.
After exploring the things that haunt us, we’ll slow things down and turn our attention to the nervous system.
This Is For You If…
You’re curious about mental health.
You’ve ever struggled to say no.
You’ve ever felt like you’re never doing enough.
You’ve ever felt lonely while surrounded by people.
You’ve ever found yourself stuck in a “what if?” loop.
You’ve spend your days caring for others, at home or at work, and could use a little care (and community) yourself.
Or maybe you simply want to spend an evening somewhere warm, welcoming, and a little different.
You don’t need to be in therapy to come.
You don’t need to have a mental health concern.
And you definitely don’t need to be scared.
And if you’re a helper…
Therapists, coaches, social workers, nurses, doulas, and anyone whose work is caring for others: this night is for you too.
Maybe you're building a practice on your own.
You're great at holding space for clients, but somewhere between the sessions, the notes, and the admin, it's gotten a little lonely.
Come meet your people. Swap stories, trade referrals, and leave knowing a few more names to call when a client needs something you don't offer.
What you'll leave with:
New connections with local providers (plus an opt-in guest list after the event, so the conversation keeps going)
Surprises from our partners to support your practice and the one who runs it
A reminder that you don't have to do this alone
Mental Health Doesn’t Have to Be Spooky
Thursday, October 29, 2026
Starting at 5:30 PM ET
📍 Be Heard Psychotherapy
Boston, Massachusetts
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. This is an educational and community event hosted by Be Heard Psychotherapy. You’ll have the opportunity to learn, explore, participate in interactive activities, and connect with our team in a relaxed setting.
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No. The event is open to our broader community. Whether you’re already familiar with Be Heard or simply curious about mental health and wellbeing, you’re welcome.
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Not at all. The experience is designed to be flexible. Explore the rooms at your own pace and participate in whatever feels comfortable for you.
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Come as you are, and if you feel like getting into the Halloween spirit, you’re welcome to.
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No. It’s Free :)
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Yes. Space is limited, so please register in advance to reserve your spot.