This blog is about the psychological consequences of being a person of colour in the UK. It’s about the impact on our inner lives and our sense of identity, about the political landscape we live in that shapes public opinion and the policies that have been put in place to mitigate against the impact of racial bias. Guest contributors are welcome. Guest Contributor Guidelines
How Do You Choose the Right Therapist? GET SPACE For the Best Outcome
Choosing the right therapist can feel overwhelming, with so many factors like their training, therapy style, and personality to consider. But how do you know who’s the best fit for you? Discover how the GET SPACE acronym can guide you to the right choice
The physiology of safety
Stephen Porges and Eugene Ellis discuss
polyvagal therapy as an intervention
for transgenerational trauma
Third culture kids – identity crisis?
Third culture kids (TCK), a term coined by Dr Ruth Hill Useem, a sociologist in the 1960’s, are those who were raised in a culture other than their parents’ or the culture of their country of nationality. They have the sometimes difficult task of reconciling both cultures to provide some balance for themselves.
Different shades of denial
I was a stubborn teenager, fact. I remain what I prefer to describe as a strong-willed adult with firm opinions, take that as you may.
a steady foundation
Unit 5 (Our legacy of imperialism and colonialism) – Jasminder Bahia, reflects on the social, cultural, political, and economic contexts of our lives—on our upbringing—on reclaiming home.
heavy lifting – you, me, them, and oppression
Unit 3 (The Impact of Oppression) – Dionne St. Hill reflects on the impact of subjugation on the collective
soul intrusions
Unit 2 (The Impact of the Social Context) – Dionne St. Hill unpacks the impact of society on our lived and learnt experiences.
listening through a decolonised ear
Unit 1 (Introduction and the Philosophy of course) – Philosophical reflections from Dionne St. Hill, on the power and the liberation of African and Asian Centred therapeutic practice.
The Path to Creating Miracles in Life
In our journey through life, we often cling to familiar identities and patterns, afraid to let go of who we know ourselves to be.
Bridging the Gap
Despite being a British born Punjabi woman, whilst training to be a counsellor it never crossed my mind that I would want to work with people of South Asian heritage.