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What We Do and How

Living with a sibling with special needs can be a challenge, but at The Gateway Community and Sibling Support, we believe that nobody has to do it alone. Here is what we do and how we do it.

3-step progression

We are using a 3-step progression first to build the confidence to identify the issues, second identifying the issues critically, and finally finding and creating solutions.

Throughout this entire process we work with specialist in emotional and mental health well being to help with identifying and building the courage to express the difficulties and trauma

Concepts

Types of complexes (Complex trauma can cause a variety of emotional, psychological, and physical reactions that differ from person to person.
- Hyperarousal
- Hyper-vigilance
- Flashbacks
- Emotional dysregulation
- Dissociation
- Avoidance
- Poor self-perception
- Despair
- Anxiety
- Substance abuse
- Trust issues
- These are all common responses to trauma

Conceptualising trauma (Through experiences members dicier the different emotions evoked in the process of conceptualising the trauma thereby enabling the individual to view his or her life from a more liberated perspective, thereby promoting healing.)

Expression Therapy (Expressive therapy encompasses various creative approaches such as art, music, and movement therapy to promote emotional healing and self-expression. These therapies provide unique avenues for processing emotions and addressing psychological difficulties.)

Objective of Session

Our approach consists of a three-step sequence designed to empower individuals to manage their challenges and, eventually, find solutions. We begin by fostering the confidence to recognise and identify these challenges. We use expressive therapy, which uses artistic methods such as art, music, and movement therapy to help individuals communicate their emotions and experiences, as an important component of this journey. This therapy method not only makes it easier to identify these difficulties, but it also fosters a deeper exploration of the emotional impact they have. We then dig deeper into a critical examination of these issues. Finally, our trip concludes with the development of practical remedies. Throughout this process, we work together with emotional and mental health specialists to provide assistance in identifying and building the courage to voice the problems and emotional impact that members confront. These issues include a wide range of complex emotions and events, such as insufficient parental attention, responsibility and role reversal, social isolation, future uncertainty, and a lack of support and understanding. We address concepts like guilt, responsibility, jealousy, identity, social dynamics, and ambivalence to provide a thorough and holistic approach to healing and growth.