Introduction: The Urgency of Collective Care in the Transgender Community As global politics shift toward rising fascism and the transgender community—including Two Spirit, transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, gender expansive, gender-free individuals, and those questioning their gender—faces increasing threats, mental health care must go beyond traditional, cisnormative models of support. Too...Read More

Introduction: Rediscovering Connection Through Relational Therapy for Social Anxiety Social anxiety often feels like a barrier between you and the world—a towering wall that keeps you from reaching out, forming bonds, and embracing the relationships you deeply desire. It can isolate you, trapping you in a cycle of fear, self-doubt,...Read More

Relational Therapy: A Pathway to Healing Through Connection In the quiet, reflective space of therapy, connection becomes the cornerstone of healing. Relational therapy centres this connection, emphasizing the transformative power of relationships in fostering growth and resilience. Rooted in psychoanalytic traditions, this approach moves beyond the individual to explore the...Read More

Introduction: Personal Activism Through Art Art therapy holds a unique power to foster individual and collective healing, particularly when aligned with social justice principles. By addressing systemic oppression, amplifying marginalised voices, and cultivating resilience, art therapy becomes a vehicle for profound change. At Clayre Sessoms Psychotherapy, we are committed to...Read More

Introduction Person-centred therapy (PCT), developed by Carl Rogers, emphasizes the client’s capacity for self-healing and self-actualization within a non-directive, empathic, and supportive environment that positions the client as the expert in their own experience (Rogers, 1951). For therapists like us—Audrey Wolfe, RCC, and myself, Clayre Sessoms, RP, RCT, RCC, RCAT,...Read More

Introduction When healing from trauma, it’s crucial to find therapeutic approaches that align with your unique needs and experiences. For those in the trans* and queer community, this often involves looking beyond traditional modalities to find inclusive and effective methods that affirm your identity. Trauma can affect many aspects of...Read More

Introduction Therapy can be a daunting task for those of us with neurotypes that don’t fit the accepted standards of traditional therapeutic models. For autistic and neurodivergent individuals, the process of finding a therapist who truly “gets it”—who understands the unique ways we process information, perceive the world, and express...Read More

Introduction Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a specialized form of cognitive-behavioural therapy designed to support individuals who are struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and related symptoms. It is particularly effective in addressing the distressing thoughts and beliefs that often follow traumatic experiences. As a therapist, my approach typically focuses...Read More

Alex and Sam have been together for two years, and while their love is undeniable, their relationship has slowly become a tightrope walk. Alex finds themselves constantly checking in on Sam’s emotional state, rearranging their schedule to avoid Sam’s anxieties, and even feeling guilty for wanting some alone time. Sam,...Read More

Introduction Relationships are the lifeblood of our human experience. They are the threads that weave together our stories, shaping not only who we are but also how we move through the world. From our earliest days, it is through relationships that we learn to feel safe, to express ourselves, to...Read More