Writing to Heal (In-Person Program)

Lindsey Pope is the author of five books, a speaker and workshop leader, and a busy mom who is passionate about sharing love, laughter, and healing through writing. She developed Writing to Heal based on her own experience coming out of a mental health crisis battling severe anxiety and depression. Lindsey used this method of writing in her own healing and found it so helpful and transformative that she felt called to share it with others.

In this interactive program, Lindsey invites participants to use writing as a method for healing. Research has shown that journaling positively affects people’s mental health by lowering anxiety, stopping rumination cycles, and increasing self-awareness (source: www.webmd.com/mental-health/mental-health-benefits-of-journaling ). While writing is a free activity that can be done at any time and any place, some people need a little help getting started.

Lindsey provides engaging exercises and writing prompts to help people get started in a way that’s comfortable for them, while also encouraging participants to open up in an emotionally safe environment. Participants will engage in a variety of individual and group exercises and also learn strategies to continue this practice on their own time. No prior writing or journaling experience is needed for this evening of self-care, laughter, and healing through writing.

DATE: Tuesday, September 9, 2025

TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 PM

COST: $35

REGISTRATION is required; please register here.

LOCATION: Well for the Journey – 120 W. Seminary Ave, Lutherville-Timonium, MD 21093

IMPORTANT: You will receive an email from programming@wellforthejourney.org at least 24 hours in advance of the start of your program. If you are unable to find the email, please check your SPAM or JUNK email folders. This email will include details to help you prepare for your program including any pertinent handouts, location information, and the ZOOM link for online programs. Please be sure you have received and read this email a minimum of 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Thank you!

FACILITATOR: Lindsey Pope

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Lindsey Pope is passionate about sharing laughter and love through writing. Her first book, Found in Faith, debuted in 2018 as a fundraiser for the Fresh Start Furnishings program in Aberdeen, MD. Her next book, Wisdom from the Womb, came out in 2019. Lindsey debuted her first children’s picture book, Sheldon’s Time, in August 2022 which was followed by Stella’s Dream in Spring 2023. In August 2023, her third picture book was published which is called The ABCs of HdG: Fun and Facts in Havre de Grace, MD. Outside of writing, Lindsey is a proud mom to a daughter who keeps her on her toes and a lovable orange tabby named Ricky Bean. She also enjoys speaking and leading interactive workshops related to mental health and writing. Lindsey truly loves connecting with people and inspiring others to chase their dreams as she has been fortunate enough to do just that.