By Cho Chua Introduction “How do you hold space for the lyrics of Defying Gravity?” was a famous meme going around on the internet for the latter end of 2024. Admittedly, I was one of the many people who laughed at the interview between Ariana Grande and Cynthia Ervivo, especially as the queer theatre kid… Continue reading To Hold Space in Therapy
By Gabby Tsilfidis Introduction When anxiety takes over, it can feel like your body has hit the gas and your mind is trying to keep up. Your heart pounds, your breathing tightens, and your thoughts start stacking catastrophes out of nothing. You might know, rationally, that you’re safe, but your nervous system doesn’t believe you. … Continue reading DBT Skills for Anxiety
By Dani Gagnon Introduction “Are you gay? Bi? Pan? Straight? Something else?” It seems like everywhere we turn, there’s pressure to pick a label and stick with it. Labels can be empowering, but they can also feel like cages. For people exploring their sexuality, especially in queer and questioning communities, the demand to “know for sure”… Continue reading The Pressure to Have a Label: Exploring Sexuality and Fluidity in Therapy
By Dani Gagnon Introduction Have you ever felt guilty for taking a break? Maybe you cancel plans to lie on the couch, but instead of feeling refreshed, you feel shame creeping in. Many of us carry this belief that rest equals laziness – especially in a culture that glorifies “the grind.” It’s not your fault… Continue reading Why Rest Isn’t Laziness: Understanding Burnout Through a Trauma-Informed Lens
By Asta Au Introduction Narrative Therapy is a therapeutic approach that explores the stories we tell about ourselves. It views people as separate from their problems , which allows clients to get some distance from the difficulties faced. It hopes to empower clients to make changes in their thought patterns and behaviours by recognizing the… Continue reading Reauthoring the Self: How Narrative Therapy Helps Us Find Our Way Home
By Julie Broczkowski Introduction Has a counsellor ever suggested mindfulness, only for your brain to immediately picture someone sitting cross-legged in perfect silence, totally at peace? And then, maybe, your next thought was: “There’s no way I can do that.” That image of being calm, still, thought-free might seem like the gold standard. But it’s… Continue reading What Is Mindfulness, Actually?
At Rainbow Counselling, we often meet people who carry more than one important identity. For some, that includes being both autistic and part of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. If this is you, you might already know that the world doesn’t always make it easy to hold both identities with pride. Our hope with this post is… Continue reading Autism and 2SLGBTQ+ Identities: Understanding the Overlap
By Alfonso Perez-Cortes Let’s Talk About It Substance use is a reality for many in the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Whether it’s alcohol, cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, or other substances, it’s common—and so are the reasons behind it, like coping with stress, trauma, or rejection. That’s why we need open, compassionate conversations about harm reduction and how it connects to… Continue reading Substance Use, Harm Reduction, and Mental Health in the 2SLGBTQ+ Community
By: XT Belcastro Understanding Trauma Therapy Trauma therapy is a specialized form of therapy designed to help individuals who have experienced traumatic events. Unlike traditional therapy, trauma therapy focuses on understanding the impact of trauma on an individual’s mind and body. This approach is essential for holistic healing, as trauma often manifests in physical symptoms… Continue reading Trauma Therapy for the 2SLGBTQ+ Community
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