Bianca Thompson

Written by Bianca Thompson , clinical social work intern at TKCC For the majority of women, the concept of “being strong” is not articulated as a compliment, but rather as a requirement. This stigma is particularly heavy in the population of women of color. Women of color are often raised as the caretakers of the family or also held to hold the position of “having it all together”. This requires women to drop the ball on themselves while holding the space for everyone else in their inner...

Written by Bianca Thompson , Clinical Social Work Intern at TKCC We often imagine a mental health “crisis” as an explosion — a breakdown in the middle of a grocery store or a cinematic moment of despair. The reality of emotional overwhelm is often much quieter. It does not always arrive with a bang, but more like a rising tide. Because the build-up is gradual, it is incredibly easy to dismiss the warning signs as a “busy week” or “just getting older.” However, recognizing the subtle shift...

Written by Bianca Thompson , Clinical Social Work Intern at TKCC An emotional crisis isn’t always a dramatic explosion, but it often feels quiet and internally fracturing. The crisis occurs when your usual internal resources and coping mechanisms are overwhelmed by stress, trauma, or exhaustion. Everyone’s nervous system is wired differently, so an emotional crisis can manifest in several distinct ways. Being able to recognize the signs is vital. The spiral mind can feel like a runaway train...