Periagoge
Scenario

When mental health treatment pathologizes disability identity

My therapist keeps trying to help me 'cope with' my disability instead of understanding that I'm proud of who I am and just need support navigating an ableist world.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

You're seeking professional help that honors your identity rather than treating it as a problem to solve.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Disability as identity?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.