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At HumanMend, we believe healing isn’t about fixing what’s broken. It’s about holding space for it. We help you piece your story together with compassion. Your struggles are not flaws to hide. They’re part of what make you beautifully, undeniably human.

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we’re all a little broken

Brokenness isn’t a flaw—it’s part of being human. The cracks you carry aren’t signs of failure, but of resilience. They hold the story of how you’ve adapted—how you’ve made sense of a world that didn’t always make space for your full self.

Maybe you’ve learned to look fine on the outside while struggling quietly inside. Maybe your worth began to feel tied to how little you eat, how much you achieve, or how well you hide your pain. These patterns didn’t appear out of nowhere—they were protective, shaped by the belief that love and belonging had to be earned.

At HumanMend, we don’t believe you need fixing. We believe in the gentle, courageous work of becoming whole—not by erasing your past, but by understanding it, integrating it, and shifting your relationship with it. Together, we’ll make space for realness, for truth, and for a version of you that no longer needs to shrink to feel safe.

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THE ART OF KINTSUGI

In the Japanese art of Kintsugi, broken pottery isn't discarded. It's mended with gold. The cracks aren't hidden. Instead, they're illuminated, celebrated, and transformed into the most striking feature of the piece. Our therapeutic approach honors the Kintsugi philosophy. We don't aim to "fix" you or return you to some imagined perfect state. Instead, we walk with you as you gather your pieces and join them together in a new way that honors every part of your story. The gold that connects these pieces? That's self-compassion—the gentle understanding that you deserve to take up space exactly as you are.

Want to explore how the Kintsugi philosophy might transform your relationship with difficult experiences?

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OUR FOUNDER, LINDSIE

I'm Lindsie, psychotherapist and founder of Humanmend. My journey to creating this practice was shaped by both professional training and personal experiences that taught me about the transformative power of compassionate, whole-person care. I bring 10 years of clinical experience to our work together, including 7 years specializing in eating disorder treatment and recovery.

Masters Degree in Social Work with a clinical emphasis from New York University (2016)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Colorado & Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Massachusetts

Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Consultant (CEDS-C) through the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals

This specialized education and experience deepened my understanding of how our thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and lived experiences shape — and are shaped by — the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and what we deserve.

THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES

My therapeutic approach has been shaped by diverse training that allows me to meet you where you are. While these approaches inform my work, our sessions won't be about rigidly applying techniques. Instead, I draw from these frameworks flexibly, adapting to what feels most supportive and effective for your unique journey.

Psychodynamic therapy

01

to develop insight into recurring patterns

Attachment-Focused EMDR (Basic Training 1-3 from the Parnell Institute)

02

to process difficult experiences and strengthen internal resources

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

03

to understand thought-emotion-behavior patterns

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

04

to help you live according to your values

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

05

to develop skills for mindfulness, distress regulation, and relationships.

parts work / Internal Family Systems (IFS)

06

to understand the different parts of yourself with curiosity and compassion

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THESE APPROACHES or wonder what might be right for you, CONTACT the humanmend office.

OUR VALUES

+- There is beauty in the broken.

We are not here to "fix you." We're here to help support you on your healing journey.

+- We treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

We won’t put you in a box. Your experiences can't be reduced to a collection of symptoms or a diagnostic label.

+- All parts are welcome.

You're the expert of your own life. Our role is to ask questions that help illuminate the path you're already sensing.

+- Authenticity matters.

Our work together aims to create space for you to discover and reclaim the parts of yourself that may have been set aside to please others or stay safe.

+- Compassionate Curiosity.

Your identity is valid and worthy of celebration, not merely tolerance.

+- Health at Every Size (HAES).

All bodies, shapes, and sizes are welcome here. Your worth isn't determined by your appearance.

+- LGBTQIA+ Affirming.

Even the aspects of yourself you've been taught to hide or reject have wisdom to offer. We create space for all of you.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

+- What if I don’t feel ready? What if I can’t let go?

If the thought of recovery stirs up fear, know that this ambivalence is completely normal. Your eating disorder has been with you through difficult times. It's been your coping strategy, your companion, your way of feeling safe in an unpredictable world. We honor this relationship and understand that letting go happens gradually, not overnight. You don't have to be "all in" to begin healing. Curiosity is enough. The desire for something different is enough. We'll meet you exactly where you are as we join you on your journey.

+- Do you only work with eating disorders?

No, we also specialize in working with clients struggling with anxiety, specifically in the areas of perfectionism, relationships, people pleasing, and self-esteem. We work from a trauma informed lens and view all parts of you as worthy. Read more about our approach to anxiety treatment here. Beyond anxiety and eating disorder therapy, we offer general therapy services and will offer group therapy services in the near future. Our practice also provides consultation opportunities. To learn more, visit our consultation page or inquire further about our services via our contact page.

+- What is the cost of therapy? Do you accept insurance?

We've made an intentional choice to practice as out-of-network providers.  This allows us to focus entirely on your individualized treatment without the limitations of insurance regulations. At Humanmend, our rate is $225 per 50 minute session. Many insurance plans offer significant coverage for therapy services through out-of-network benefits: many PPO plans provide 50-80% coverage for therapy sessions after your out-of-network deductible has been met.

+- How do I submit for reimbursement?

We have two options 

•Thrizer: We have partnered with Thrizer to help support the claim submission and reimbursement process so you don’t have to.   There is a minimal fee to use this service 

•Superbills: If preferred, we can provide you with a superbill each month containing all the information your insurance requires for reimbursement processing.

Please note, if we submit claims to insurance through Thrizer or if you’d like a superbill, a diagnosis will need to be assigned.


We accept multiple payment methods:

•HSA/FSA cards

•Credit cards

•Debit cards

+- How long will I need therapy?

Depending on what you are currently struggling with will determine our treatment trajectory.  All humans are different and unique and the treatment should be as well. Though it’s hard to predict exact timelines, we typically see clients weekly for a minimum of six months to one+ years.  We have many long-term clients who continue to seek support and therapy to navigate healing in different areas of their life, even after the original symptoms have decreased. We can assess this together! 

+- What is your approach to therapy?

We utilize an individualized (vs one size fits all) approach throughout your treatment.  We will check in regularly to reassess goals, as we go, and determine next steps. See the about page for more information.

+- How do I get started?

Please fill out a contact form and we will get back to you within 48 business hours to schedule a free 15 minute consultation call to ensure we are a good fit.

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