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Stranger Things and Mental Health: What Hawkins Teaches Us About Surviving, Growing and Healing

Trigger Warning This article discusses trauma, grief, abuse, fear, loss and emotional pain. Please read at your own pace and take a break if you need to. This blog is for reflection and understanding. It does not replace counselling, therapy or professional mental health support. If you are struggling, reaching out to a qualified practitioner or trusted service is encouraged. The reflections below are not diagnoses. They are thoughtful observations, informed by counselling pe

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Disclaimer: All content reflects my personal and professional perspective and is offered for entertainment purposes and does not constitute therapeutic advice, diagnosis, or crisis intervention. Readers are responsible for how they interpret and apply the material.

The Curious Ground - reflective space where popular culture meets everyday experience.

As an Integrated Counsellor, I uphold strict client confidentiality and never share personal stories or identifying details.

Instead, I use themes from popular culture—film, media, music and shared narratives as a way to explore life. In these Blogs you'll find original reflections, pop culture analysis and practical tools and gentle insight.

What the Stigma? is a space for honest, compassionate conversations about mental health and neurodiversity.

Rooted in lived and professional experience, it’s about challenging labels, celebrating difference, and building understanding within the SEND and mental health community.

The Working Mind explores how everyday challenges impact mental health and neurodiversity in the workplace.

Written for both employers and employees, it offers reflection, insight, and practical strategies to build more understanding, inclusive, and supportive working environments.

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Stranger Things and Mental Health: What Hawkins Teaches Us About Surviving, Growing and Healing

The Curious Ground - reflective space where popular culture meets everyday experience.

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The Working Mind explores how everyday challenges impact mental health and neurodiversity in the workplace. Written for both employers and employees, it offers reflection, insight, and practical strategies to build more understanding, inclusive, and supportive working environments.

The Working Mind explores how everyday challenges impact mental health and neurodiversity in the workplace.

Written for both employers and employees, it offers reflection, insight, and practical strategies to build more understanding, inclusive, and supportive working environments.