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Reclaiming “Us”: Putting Your Relationship Before Roles After a Disability or Chronic Illness
Tanner Hofmann Tanner Hofmann

Reclaiming “Us”: Putting Your Relationship Before Roles After a Disability or Chronic Illness

When chronic illness, spinal cord injury, or disability enters a relationship, it’s easy for couples to slip into the roles of patient and caregiver — and lose sight of the love that brought them together. In this post, we explore why keeping your relationship at the center matters, and offer simple, meaningful ways couples can reclaim their “us” beyond the daily caregiving routines.

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What RFK Jr. Gets Wrong About Autism—And Disability in General
Tanner Hofmann Tanner Hofmann

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

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Relearning Life After a Disability: Challenging Internalized Ableism
Tanner Hofmann Tanner Hofmann

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.

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