Mental Rigidity: A Neurodivergent LGBTQIA+ Therapist’s Perspective

On July 18, 2024 By Antonio

Mental rigidity, or cognitive rigidity, often defined as the inflexible adherence to a particular thought or behavior pattern, is a concept that resonates deeply within both the neurodivergent and LGBTQIA+ communities.

As a neurodivergent therapist who identifies as part of the LGBTQIA+ spectrum, I have observed firsthand how mental rigidity can impact individuals in various, often profound ways.

Understanding mental rigidity is crucial for fostering mental flexibility and promoting overall well-being.

Neurodivergent Rumination – The What and How to Address It

On July 11, 2024 By Antonio

Rumination, a repetitive and passive focus on one’s distress, has been widely studied in the context of mental health. This cognitive process can be particularly detrimental for neurodivergent individuals, who often experience heightened vulnerability to mental health challenges with their neurodivergent rumination.

10 Things You Should Know About Thought Loops – from a Neurodivergent Therapist

On June 26, 2024 By Antonio

Have you ever been stuck in a never-ending loop of negative thoughts? Our own experiences in life can be marred by being stuck in unfortunate thought loops.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy

On December 8, 2021 By Antonio

What is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy IFS is a cool therapeutic modality that theorizesContinue Reading

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy

On December 8, 2021 By Antonio

What is EMDR Particularly as of late, a lot of mental health practitioners are beingContinue Reading

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

On December 8, 2021 By Antonio

What is CBT The ever-popular cognitive behavioral therapy often times appears on many therapists’ specialtyContinue Reading

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

On December 8, 2021 By Antonio

What is DBT? Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is a therapy that was originally developed for theContinue Reading