A Reflection on Power, Inclusivity, and Strength in Mental Health

As a neurodivergent practitioner in the mental health field, I have been reflecting on the significant challenges neurodivergent individuals face in navigating a world built on neurotypical expectations. In this article, I explore how power dynamics in therapy, cultural humility in practice, and a shift from deficit-based narratives can create a more inclusive, neurodivergent-affirming approach.

In Rhizomic Musings, I explore creativity and healing as non-linear journeys, much like a rhizome - which can grow in unexpected directions and form connections in sometimes surprising ways. This approach invites us to embrace the unpredictability of the creative process, allowing the artmaking process to guide us toward deeper understanding and transformation.

In Art Materials: Curiosity, Connection and Inspiration, I reflect on the dynamic relationship between artists and their materials. Drawing from my experiences as a Creative Arts Therapist, I explore how our interactions with art materials can feel like a conversation and one that evolves moment by moment. This dialogue invites us to approach art-making with curiosity, allowing the materials to guide us toward new insights and creative expressions.