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In Paths Uncharted , we’re exploring mental health in context—through lenses that are lived, layered, and sometimes unexpected. We write...

The holidays are often painted as a season of joy — twinkling lights, cozy traditions, picture-perfect family gatherings. But for many...

If you’ve ever searched for an in-network therapist who truly “gets it”—someone inclusive, LGBTQ-affirming, neurodivergent-friendly, and...

The holiday season can be full of grief triggers, especially if you’re Covid-conscious, queer, trans, neurodivergent, or living with chronic illness or chronic pain. Discover creative strategies and tools to support you in making space for grief during the holidays...

Holiday or not, the best gifts remind your partner they’re accepted, valued, and loved. These ideas go beyond consumerism, tying into...

Navigating Rejection, Setting Boundaries, and Reclaiming Your Right to Be Fully You For many queer, neurodivergent, or otherwise...

An honest reflection on safety, identity, and cultivating authenticity On Halloween, we put on masks and costumes for fun — to try on...

A guide for LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent folks to plan ahead, set boundaries, and reclaim the season with intention—not obligation The...

For late-identified queer, neurodivergent, deconstructing humans If you’ve ever looked around your life—your home, your relationship,...

by Mx. Lauren Johnson What if your moral compass— once a source of comfort and guidance— has become a relentless source of fear, shame,...

You deserve to be all of who you are—even at work. In many workplaces, professionalism is quietly coded: not too loud, not too soft, not...

In politics, the “pivot” is a skill. A candidate is asked a tough question, and instead of answering it directly, they pivot to what...

Love doesn’t always look how people expect—and that’s okay. If you're in a relationship that the world reads as heterosexual, but your...

A childhood board game revealed hidden struggles with autism. Lara shares her story of growing up undiagnosed and finding meaning in late discovery.

A Note on Gender Expression, Code-Switching, and Returning to School Every August, the same messaging pops up like clockwork: “New year,...

Meeting Religious Trauma Survivors Where They Are at in Early Recovery “Why aren’t you singing?” a man asked me, swaying with ease to the...

Charlottesville still feels the impact of August 12. This reflection explores how trauma lives in our bodies and communities—and how healing begins with accountability, collective care, and liberation-oriented support.

Change can bring about feelings of anxiety, anger, or fear, the potential for regret and sadness. Learn about your window of tolerance and explore tips for navigating change with emotional regulation.

Complex trauma  is a term that’s gaining more recognition in both clinical settings and everyday conversations about mental health. For...

Feeling burned out by summer's heat, noise, and social expectations? This post explores sensory overload, internalized productivity shame, and how rest can be a radical act—especially for neurodivergent queer folks.