Stella Sacarello Counselling mental health blog

The Importance of LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy

The LGBTQ+ community is impacted by minority stress, trauma, discrimination, internalised homophobia, and the same challenges that anyone else might experience. Even well meaning therapists can hold biases, project heteronormative beliefs, and reinforce internalised homophobia. LGBTQ+ clients are more likely to feel safe, accepted, supported and have better outcomes with an LGBTQ+ affirmative therapist.

Self care for autistic adults

Are you an autistic adult who struggles with self care? There are many reasons why self care may be difficult for you. This blog post covers a few of the reasons you might struggle with self care, tips for self care, and some examples of what it can look like for autistic adults.

Questioning Your Sexuality as an Adult

Questioning identity later in life is normal. There are many reasons why people figure out their sexual orientation later in life. You don't need to choose a label quickly (or ever). You can take your time exploring who you are and understanding what feels right to you.

You’re Not Too Sensitive: Building Self-esteem as a Neurodivergent Adult

Have you ever been told that you're “too sensitive”, “dramatic” or “overreacting”? When you feel something deeply, do you feel intensely caught up in it like it's never-ending and you can’t let it go or see past it? This blog post talks about how to cope with this experience and accept yourself the way you are. If you're a neurodivergent adult who struggles with low self-esteem, this blog post is for you.

Why Change Feels Stressful (Even When it’s Good for You)

This blog post explores why positive changes can be stressful, and what is involved in adjusting to big life changes. I also talk about how you can support yourself through the stress that comes with transition.

Adjusting to Darker Days: Coping with Seasonal Depression

This blog post is about what helps when it comes to seasonal depression. I talk about guilt around being less productive in the winter, listening to your body's natural rhythms, and slowing down. I also talk about shame and stigma when it comes to mental health, therapy and antidepressants.

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