Introduction “The therapist’s job is to create a space where the [client] can discover and express their true selves without fear” (Yalom, 1989, p. 5). In a world where oppressive political climates are becoming increasingly pervasive, all therapists are being called to reimagine the role of the therapeutic space with...Read More

Introduction Navigating chronic pain as a young adult is a significant challenge that can affect every aspect of one’s life—physically, emotionally, socially, and mentally. It requires ongoing adjustments, from managing symptoms to maintaining relationships and employment, often in the face of societal expectations about productivity and independence. For those who...Read More

In the silent eloquence of our survival, in the loud testimonies of our pain, lies the truth I have come to know. A truth as subversive as it is liberating, for it defies the very foundations of a system draped in privilege, a system that whispers incessantly, “You cannot,” with...Read More

Laying the Foundation: Embracing Allyship and Unlearning Ableist Conditioning Our journey towards a more inclusive society necessitates introspection, learning, and unlearning. As we navigate these processes, we must clearly understand the social constructs we seek to challenge and the language we use to describe them. This blog post aims to...Read More

Exploring the Intersectionality of Disability and Gender Transition: An Introduction Welcome. Today, we’re delving into a topic of vital importance that often remains overlooked—the intersectionality between disability and gender transition. To those who may be encountering this term for the first time, “intersectionality” refers to the interconnectedness of social identities...Read More

Introduction: The Power of Adaptive Technology If you could witness me typing at lightning speed, reading through stacks of articles, or diligently attending to my clients in my online therapy practice, you might not guess that I’ve grappled with low vision my entire life. So what are the tools that...Read More

My Personal Encounter with Discrimination and the Beacon of Hope: Disability Justice As a visually impaired individual, my life has been a journey through a world not designed for me. From navigating the complexities of the education system to facing discrimination in the workplace, I’ve grappled with a multitude of...Read More

Introduction: The Limits of the Biomedical Model in 2SLGBTQ Mental Health Mental health care for 2SLGBTQ individuals is often constrained by the biomedical model of mental illness, which, without applying an anti-oppressive framework, tends to pathologize distress and individualize mental health issues. This approach fails to account for the broader...Read More

Introduction: Centring Disability in Sexual Health In a world that often devalues and marginalizes the experiences of disabled people, the topic of sexuality remains profoundly overlooked. Many disabled individuals are denied the opportunity to explore their sexualities, form romantic relationships, and access sexual health resources. This lack of acknowledgment stems...Read More