The Synergy Calendar

Internal Family Systems - An introduction to the impact of trauma and how to heal with Dr. Kristina Harter
May
15

Internal Family Systems - An introduction to the impact of trauma and how to heal with Dr. Kristina Harter

Join us for a special Mental Health Month event featuring Dr. Kristina Harter of 1A Wellness. Dr. Harter will provide an insightful introduction to Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Trauma-Informed Therapy. Learn how these powerful therapeutic approaches can help you understand and heal from past traumas, fostering greater self-awareness and emotional well-being. This event is a unique opportunity to explore innovative mental health practices and gain valuable tools for personal growth. Don't miss this enlightening session!

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Integrative Mental Health: All about Ketamine-Assisted Therapy with Dr. Marni Chanoff
Nov
13

Integrative Mental Health: All about Ketamine-Assisted Therapy with Dr. Marni Chanoff

Join us for an engaging discussion on the transformative potential of Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, led by the experienced Dr. Marni Chanoff. This is a unique opportunity to explore this innovative approach to mental and emotional health.  Dr. Chanoff, a board-certified psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience in integrative mental healthcare, will guide our conversation.  She is deeply experienced in administering ketamine-assisted therapy to support individuals facing challenges like trauma, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain. 

This session will delve into the science behind ketamine-assisted therapy, explore its potential benefits and considerations, and provide insights gleaned from Dr. Chanoff's clinical practice.  Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of how this therapy works, who it may be suitable for, and the importance of a safe and supportive therapeutic environment. This is an invaluable opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about the cutting edge of mental health care. 

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The Game of Eating Smart: Pro-Level Meal Planning Hacks with Chef Allen Campbell
Mar
13

The Game of Eating Smart: Pro-Level Meal Planning Hacks with Chef Allen Campbell

Chef Allen Campbell, the founder of AC Kitchen, is a widely known as a leader in the Sports Nutrition world.  As a former personal chef to Tom Brady, author of The Game of Eating Smart, theTB12 Nutrition Manual, and contributor to the TB12 Method, he popularized and revolutionized traditional culinary artistry by maximizing health benefits and sustainability.

This hands-on cooking and meal planning workshop is designed to revitalize the way you approach food.  For this special event you can join us virtually via Zoom, or, the first 4 members to email their reply can cook with us in-person at the Synergy Kitchen!!! Chef Allen will draw from his work with elite athletes, including NFL and MLB players, to teach you how to plan and prepare meals that fuel peak performance, optimize health, and fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. Our resident food-as-medicine expert, Dr. Pardo, will also be onsite to help us learn all about the clinical benefits of the 3 delicious dishes we’ll prepare.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ The Athlete’s Mindset to Meal Prep – How pro athletes eat and what you can apply to your own routine

✅ Batch Cooking Hacks – Save time while keeping your meals fresh, nutrient-dense, and delicious

✅ Anti-Inflammatory Staples – Key ingredients and easy swaps to reduce inflammation and boost recovery

✅ Balanced Plate Formula – The simple way to structure meals for sustained energy and performance

✅ Smart Snacking & On-the-Go Fuel – Healthy snack ideas inspired by my work with Tom Brady and MLB players

Don’t miss this unique Culinary Medicine event and our first in-house hands-on opportunity in the beautiful Synergy Kitchen!

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Hormone Therapy and all things Menopause with Heather Hirsch, MD
May
15

Hormone Therapy and all things Menopause with Heather Hirsch, MD

Join us for a lively discussion on women’s hormone therapy, female hormonal health, and all things menopause with internationally renowned expert and social media favorite, Dr. Heather Hirsch. We’ll be answering your FAQ’s and taking audience questions as well. This is wonderful opportunity to learn about a topic that so many are curious about, whether you are heading toward menopause, dealing with it now, or are in your post-menopause phase and have related symptoms.

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Synergy’s October Live Zoom Event: Breast-Cancer Fighting Foods with Dr. Amy Comander
Oct
25

Synergy’s October Live Zoom Event: Breast-Cancer Fighting Foods with Dr. Amy Comander

Please join us in the virtual Synergy Kitchen on Wednesday, October 25th at 6 PM EST to welcome guest chef, Dr. Amy Comander, Director of Breast Oncology and Cancer Survivorship at the Mass General Cancer Center and the PAVING program, a 12-week lifestyle medicine survivorship program for women with breast cancer. Our class will focus on cancer fighting foods that are seasonal, anti-inflammatory, low carb, low sugar, easy to make and delicious!

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Synergy’s September Live Zoom Event: Intro to Herbalism – Herbs for Stress Resilience with Zoë Keller
Sep
20

Synergy’s September Live Zoom Event: Intro to Herbalism – Herbs for Stress Resilience with Zoë Keller

Join us virtually, Wednesday, September 20th at 12pm for an introduction to the use of medicinal herbs to enhance stress resilience with Synergy Wellness Partner, Zoë Keller, Functional Nutritionist and Medicinal Herbalist.

We’ll explore simple, safe ways to integrate herbs into your life to support your nervous system and ease stress and anxiety. Life is hectic, and herbs can be an effective way to boost resilience and combat chronic stress.

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Synergy’s June Live Zoom Event: Pranayama Breathwork to Reduce Stress and Improve Mood with Dr. Amit Anand
Jun
5

Synergy’s June Live Zoom Event: Pranayama Breathwork to Reduce Stress and Improve Mood with Dr. Amit Anand

Renowned Sleep Medicine and Pranayama expert, Dr. Amit Anand, will join us Wednesday, June 14th at 5:30 pm ET for a special live streaming event. He will instruct us on introductory pranayama — yoga breathing techniques — that can help reduce stress and improve your mood. We’ll include the Brahmari technique that is analogous to the practice used in the 2023 breath study.

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Special September Synergy Kitchen Event with the Mental Fitness Kitchen and Dr. Drew Ramsey
Sep
19

Special September Synergy Kitchen Event with the Mental Fitness Kitchen and Dr. Drew Ramsey

We are thrilled to announce a special guest-chef-led event to kick off the return of our culinary medicine series in September! On Monday, September 19th at 6pm we hope you’ll join us to prepare nutrient-dense foods for brain growth with popular and renown nutritional psychiatrist, Dr. Drew Ramsey, and Chef Emilie Berner of the Mental Fitness Kitchen. 

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June Food-as-Medicine: BBQ Bests
Jun
21

June Food-as-Medicine: BBQ Bests

Join us in the virtual Synergy Kitchen June 21st at 6pm. We’ll make the perfect foods for all your summer grilling and entertaining - they’ll also boost your immune system and help you stay well-hydrated in the summer heat. We’ll be making hearty Grilled Portobello Mushroom Burgers with Roasted Red Peppers and a delicious Watermelon and Heirloom Tomato Salad that features capsaicin-rich Thai chilies to help keep your energy up. Come learn and cook with us at our last food-as-medicine class before the summer break!

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Food as Medicine - May Event
May
17

Food as Medicine - May Event

Food-as-medicine helps communities thrive. We are thrilled to have Dr. Jacob Mirsky, director of the MGH Revere Food Pantry, and nutritionist Melanie Pearsell join us for our monthly class on May 17th at 6:00pm. We’ll be making carrot salad 3 ways and featuring the carrots and ingredients from the pantry's distribution while discussing their mission. Please join us for this special event to support a fantastic organization working to enhance the health of those with food insecurity in the Revere community through access to healthful plant-based food.

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SENS April Event: Meditation for Sleep with Journey
Apr
20

SENS April Event: Meditation for Sleep with Journey

How we spend our days informs how we sleep at night. In this class, we’ll introduce the mind-body connection so that we can lay the groundwork for resting both more frequently throughout the day, allowing for better sleep. Join Journey's instructors for a 60-minute session on April 20th at 6:30 pm to help you sleep better!

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April Food-as-Medicine Event
Apr
19

April Food-as-Medicine Event

“Spring into health” with the Synergy Kitchen this April 19th at 6:00 pm as we create fun recipes capturing the spirit of spring. We’ll be making Orange-Mint Quinoa Salad with Edamame loaded with colorful spring vegetables; fresh mint, snap peas, radishes and oranges will make a beautiful presentation for your dinner table. Our decadent and nutritious Chocolate Avocado Mousse is a simple dessert that takes just 5 minutes to make - it’s sure to become one of your family favorites.

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A Special Wellness Series in support of the Ellie Fund
Mar
3

A Special Wellness Series in support of the Ellie Fund

Synergy is proud to partner with Dr. Commander and the Ellie Fund to bring our members a wellness series targeting meaningful and practical content to help you feel your best and reduce your risks. This series is open to people of all genders and to anyone who’s own life or the life of someone they care about has been touched by breast cancer.

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 A Special Wellness Series in support of the Ellie Fund
Feb
17

A Special Wellness Series in support of the Ellie Fund

Synergy is proud to partner with Dr. Commander and the Ellie Fund to bring our members a wellness series targeting meaningful and practical content to help you feel your best and reduce your risks. This series is open to people of all genders and to anyone who’s own life or the life of someone they care about has been touched by breast cancer.

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SENS Wellness Webinar: Food as Medicine and How to Eat to Beat (Heart) Disease with Dr. William Li
Feb
16

SENS Wellness Webinar: Food as Medicine and How to Eat to Beat (Heart) Disease with Dr. William Li

February is American Heart Month and there is no better time to talk about foods that support your cardiovascular health. In this webinar on February 16th at 6:30 pm, we're joined by a world - renowned physician, scientist, and author of “Eat to Beat Disease”, Dr. William Li where he will share a wealth of knowledge about foods that combat and prevent disease and tips on living a heart-healthy lifestyle.

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Heart Month featuring our own Dr. Parks at February’s Culinary Medicine Event
Feb
15

Heart Month featuring our own Dr. Parks at February’s Culinary Medicine Event

Join us for Heart Month in the Synergy Kitchen, Tuesday, February 15th at 6:00pm for easy heart-healthy recipes the whole family can prepare and enjoy. We'll be making Beet and Carrot Slaw Wraps and Super Green Smoothies. Our own Cardiologist-extraordinaire, Dr. Parks, will be leading our discussion on how these foods can help you to lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk for a heart attack or stroke. Invite someone to cook with you and share the love for your heart and theirs! Look for your email invite soon.

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 SENS Wellness Webinar: Surprising and Hidden Factors that Impact Your Sleep
Jan
19

SENS Wellness Webinar: Surprising and Hidden Factors that Impact Your Sleep

Whether you are having a hard time getting back on a sleep schedule after the holidays or would like to get a better understanding of the hidden factors that contribute to sleep issues, this webinar is for you! Join us on January 19 at 6:30 pm EST to hear from Karol Ward, a confidence-building coach, trained therapist, author, and speaker, who will offer insights and practical tips to implement into your daily routines to help you get a better night's sleep.

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Synergy Kitchen’s Perfect Plant-powered Chili and Homemade Tortilla Chips
Jan
18

Synergy Kitchen’s Perfect Plant-powered Chili and Homemade Tortilla Chips

Nothing like a bowl of chili to warm up a January day - but this is not your average chili! Anti-inflammatory and loaded with phytonutrients and plant-based fibers, this chili will help your body fight heart disease and strengthen your microbiome. Want to learn more about what powers this perfect chili? Cook with us January 18th at our new time - 6pm. You’ll have a delicious and nutrient-dense meal-for-4 ready by dinner time.

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