
A blog for people whose lives have been flipped upside down by a diagnosis or disability.
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What RFK Jr. Gets Wrong About Autism—And Disability in General
In this post, we unpack the ableist ideas and harmful misinformation behind RFK Jr.’s recent statements on autism and disability. At Head and Heart Family Therapy, we believe disabilities aren’t the problem—lack of support and understanding is.
- Cover photo by Gage Skidmore

Relearning Life After a Disability: Challenging Internalized Ableism
Each year, thousands of people acquire a disability and face a new reality shaped by old belief systems. This post explores how ableism and mindset play a role in adjusting to life after a disability—and how shifting your perspective can open the door to hope and independence.

Spinal Cord Injuries & The StageS of Grief
If you're wondering why you still feel sad or depressed years after a spinal cord injury, you're not alone.