all or some
‘Oh, but we are all on the autistic spectrum, really, when you think about it…’ That’s what people sometimes say. But are they right?
past time to stop putting intersex kids to the knife
Medicine is subject in its use to the distorting effects of cultural expectations and social values.
making therapy work for neurodiverse clients
Standard talking therapies often don’t work for people who are autistic or have ADHD traits, who experience challenges with traditional approaches.
why darkness comes up in therapy a lot
Darkness is often referenced in therapy as symbolising difficult or challenging emotions, experiences and thoughts.
acting up and getting angry when we can’t forgive ourselves
Feelings of unresolved guilt or shame over past actions can result in us getting angry and behaving badly as a way to cope.
a mental health crisis is not ‘minor’
Try waiting FIVE HOURS in a hospital ED with someone in crisis who, if not held by you, would run off and die.