NYC Mental Health Offerings for November 2025

Mental Health
Written By Justin Clark

Hi Friends,

When we talk about mental health, it’s easy to think of it in black and white terms, as if you’re either “healed” or you’re not. But the truth is, mental health is a journey, and every journey has its bumps along the way. If we don’t talk about those hiccups, we start expecting perfection from ourselves. And what a heavy (and unrealistic) load to carry that can be.

You know that little voice that says, “If it’s not perfect, why bother?” Yeah, that one. It sneaks into our work, our relationships, even our self-care routines. But waiting for “perfect” often keeps us from making progress at all. Whether it’s starting therapy, setting boundaries, or simply getting out of bed and doing your best, “good enough” is often more than enough. And if you stumble along the way, that’s okay too!

Because if I were driving from New York to California and got a flat tire in Colorado, I wouldn’t start the trip over—I’d fix the tire and keep going.

So this month, let’s give ourselves permission to show up imperfectly, because showing up at all is a win.

Wishing you all the best,
Veshonte & the IndieSpace Team

Are you looking to center yourself and focus on self-care without breaking the bank? Look no further! IndieSpace is excited to share a monthly catalog of FREE classes and Workshops in the NYC Boroughs and Online Virtual options.

Check out recurring and one-time classes offered throughout November.

In the Boroughs

November 8 in Queens – Indigenous Plant Tour with Shane Weeks and Tecumseh Ceaser
November 8 in Queens – Indigenous Land Stewardship and Botanical Knowledge Lecture
November 8 in Queens – Wampum Making Drop In Workshop
November 8 in the Bronx – Performance Art and its Afterlives with Gina Goico
November 9 in Queens – Pumpkin Smash 2025
November 11 in Harlem – CRUX LGBTQ Climbing
November 13 in East Harlem – 125th Street Writing Circle w/ Jessica Hoppe
November 13 in Manhattan – Frederick Block: Performance of Work from the Archive
November 13 in Staten Island – Storytime: Lenape and Corn
November 14 in Brooklyn – Community Mental Wellness & Resilience Workshop
November 14 in Manhattan – Alastair Macaulay: Suzanne Farrell and Farrellism
November 15 in Manhattan – Waacking Showcase: Musicality, Technique, Storytelling and Self-Expression
November 16 in Staten Island – Autumn Leaves Story Time and Craft
November 18 in the Bronx – Where is Home? A poetic Visual Exploration with Kay Poema
November 18 in East Harlem – Storytelling Workshops w/ Lincoln Center
November 18 in Manhattan – IndieSpace Together Friendsgiving Edition
November 18 in the Bronx – Literary Social Club: I see You've Called in Dead by John Kenney
November 19 in Brooklyn – Public Craft Night
November 19 in Manhattan – The Dance Historian Is In: Alison D'Amato on Carmelita Maracci in LA
November 19 in Queens – Quintet of the Americas
November 20 in Manhattan – The Library for the Performing Arts Play Club
November 21 in Staten Island – For the Love of Books: Autumn Book Swap and Upcycled Paper Crafts
November 22 in Manhattan – New Short Musicals Debut: Across a Crowded Room Final Presentations
November 22 in Manhattan – Syncopated Stages Exhibition Gallery Tour
November 22 in the Bronx – Writing for Artists: Statements, Bios, & CV's with Lizzy Alejandro
November 24 in Manhattan – Champions for the Arts: Conversation With Voza Rivers & Donna Walker-Kuhne
November 25 in Brooklyn – Let's Talk! – A discussion about mental health awareness
November 25 in Harlem – CRUX LGBTQ Climbing

Mondays in Manhattan – Bryant Park Public Tours
Wednesdays in Brooklyn – Pre & Postnatal Yoga - Brooklyn Neighborhood Health
Thursdays in Brooklyn – Prospect Park Stroller Walk
Thursdays in the Bronx – Finding Your Artistic Identity” with Roundabout Theatre
Fridays in Brooklyn – Prospect Park Wellness Walk
Saturdays in The Bronx – BronxRockets Run/Walk Group

Justin Clark
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