Mixed heritage, queer counsellor. Mental Health, inclusivity, identity, anti-oppression. Not really using this now, contact through my website if you need to.
Bristol, UK
Joined January 2011
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Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
We are so happy with the news. Thank you so much @TNLUK and our partners @HomeGirlsUnite and @FORWARDUK #RefugeesWelcome
Following #16Days, we’re delighted to share we’ve been successful in securing @TNLComFund funding that’ll help scale up our Mend the Gap project in partnership w/ @RWoBristol & @HomeGirlsUnite!
Thanks to @TNLUK players, we’re now better equipped to tackle gender-based violence!
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
When a client leaves IAPT not feeling better, they don't say "This brief, limited session mannualised therapy hasn't worked for me", they say
"THERAPY" hasn't worked for me"
& can come away thinking they are beyond help.
54% of IAPT clients don't come for a 2nd session.
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
I remember having to explain that not only are brown ppl capable of racism, but colonialism gave many a deep self loathing, which was then weaponised against other brown ppl
To @SuellaBraverman
For educating an entire nation on what this looks like
thank you for your service
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Seeking asylum is a fundamental human right for people fleeing violence, persecution or war.
We have a duty to help refugees rebuild their lives.
Wherever they come from. Whenever they are forced to flee.
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Isn't it funny when we women of colour complain or stand up for ourselves we're labelled angry and aggressive, yet the complaints of white women and men are considered reasonable and measured #race #class #whiteprivilege #equity #socialjustice
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
55 years ago today, Enoch Powell gave his poisonous "Rivers of Blood" speech, filled with claims about 'alien inflows' and 'fraudulent entry'.
We were founded the same year.
The 'Illegal' Migration Bill returns to Parliament next week, with that same dehumanising rhetoric. 🧵
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Seeing a psychologist who describes themselves as trauma informed publicly attacking and harassing person with lived experience to point they have to leave the platform says a lot about their character.
It was never about the patients it’s all about their own agenda.
Very sad to see that @adamfare1996 has felt the need to leave twitter after yesterday’s events.
Hope that he is back soon. He is one of the very best on #mentalhealthtwitter
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
If you’re a young Muslim, this is for you. Today we’re launching a campaign in partnership with @MuslimYouthHelp. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing real stories from young Muslims and faith-friendly advice, because you deserve support that is meaningful to you.
ALT Being a Muslim in the UK isn't always easy. But your mental health matters, and you're not alone with how you feel.
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Having such a gorgeous time at the women's craft club @ArnolfiniArts making jewellery. I've made earrings! Beautiful group open to all women from @RefugeeFestBRL every Friday 11-1
arnolfini.org.uk/whatson/wom…
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Racists have been living their best lives since they learned the term 'unconscious'...
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
This is Mursal Nabizadah. She was a former Member of Parliament in Afghanistan and was shot dead in her home last night in Kabul by armed men, alongside her bodyguards.
Taliban ruled-Afghanistan is no longer a place for women. For humanity. For life.
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Examining ones own hang-ups and insecurities around sex is essential work for all therapists.
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
My article with J Wilkinson exploring how gay South Asian men can have positive coming out experiences that develops intimacy and friendship. From families of choice, to friendship with family. Highlights need for more complicated ethnic minority stories. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.…
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
I like to let people make up their own minds about books, but as someone who has spent their entire adult life reading about trauma, I feel compelled to tell you that this book is trash. Do not buy it.
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Hi, we're on twitter! We're a mental health and young minds podcast, get to know us on spotify:
open.spotify.com/show/1bU1x2…
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
A few hours left to book your place on our 1st free webinar on Racial Trauma run by
@KGuilaine tomorrow at 4pm!
Will you be joining us?
Don't worry if you can't make it, we are offering a second session on Thursday 15th Dec at 5pm. Book your place here 👇racereflections.co.uk/99633-…
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Curious about the definition of "being weird".
Avoid as counsellor: 1.Over-talking 2.Curiosity 3.Advice 4.Empty reassurance 5.Colluding 6.Criticalness 7.Superficiality 8.Blinding with theory 9.Defensiveness 10.Doing things w/o training 11. Forcing disclosure 12. Being weird 13. Overly self-disclosing youtu.be/GOk7mR5mFLE
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Shame is a deep-rooted feeling that oppressors sitting in their own fears, insecurities & pain want to project on those they see as 'others', those minoritised & marginalised, by attacking humiliating them, in order to feel better
#WorkingWithinDiversity #AntiOppressivePractice
Addam Merali-Younger (he/him) retweeted
Seeking my own counseling for my continued growth has been on my to-do list. Witnessing the events of #TherapistTwitter taught me that I will certainly not be seeking care from a white clinician in the foreseeable future. Some seem fine. I genuinely don't trust most of you.