The kink/BDSM community is one which has often had to hide in the shadows, facing judgement prejudice and discrimination. BDSM stands for bondage, domination/discipline, sadism/submission and masochism.… Read more “Working with kink/BDSM from a Person Centered Perspective; Part 1”
Author: Karen Pollock
I am a therapist offering in person and online counselling based in Newcastle and Northumberland with experience of, and training in, working with gender, sexuality and relationship diverse communities. Passionate about empowering people, and promoting better mental health for all I am Diversity and Inclusion lead for Bi Pride UK
It’s just a phase
As bi visibility approaches I explore the stigma and prejudice which still exists towards bi people
Contradictions and unlearning
Learning that it is ok to be conflicted can be a vital life lesson
A Voice in the Darkness
Radio is a way that we can reach out to people who might not be connected to the LGBT community in any other way.
Walking Therapy
What is walking therapy and how can it help you?
Why I am standing as a governor of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy
More on my candidacy for BACP Governor
Healing can’t tell the time
When people start counselling in the initial session I sometimes compare what might happen to picking at a scab. It isn’t a pleasant image, but then neither… Read more “Healing can’t tell the time”
Gender, sexuality and relationship diverse counselling
Gender sexual and relationship diversity (GSRD) may be a phrase that is unfamiliar to some of you reading this. It has been suggested as a more inclusive,… Read more “Gender, sexuality and relationship diverse counselling”
How To (Sort Of) Beat Impostor Syndrome
Impostor Syndrome can trip up the best of us, so what can we do to tackle it?
The impact of childhood sexual abuse on gender and sexuality diverse survivors
This post discusses the impact of child abuse, so please exercise self care whilst reading, and afterwards if the content may be triggering or upsetting to you.… Read more “The impact of childhood sexual abuse on gender and sexuality diverse survivors”
