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Something Borrowed
Queering was spoken like a ritual mispronounced, an invitation, not a memory of exile. It sounded smooth on tongues that had never bled for it. It was not fully understood that celebration belonged to those who had borne the bruise, not to those merely drawn to the glitter.

Dr. Patty Gently
Jun 28, 20252 min read


What’s Wrong with Therapy (And What Isn’t): A Former Therapist’s Perspective
The human soul does not reorganize itself to meet billing cycles. Sometimes “what just is" resides in liminal spaces.

Dr. Patty Gently
Jun 24, 20258 min read


Just One (White) Voice: Elevating Black History Month, 2025 and Always
We are always looking for BIPOC voices to contribute to our blog! If you are interested, please email me at brightinsightadvocate@gmail.com

Dr. Patty Gently
Feb 4, 20253 min read


A Snapshot of The Power and Beauty of Leadership in Organizations
Creating environments rich in leadership begins with a leader’s heart.

Alexander Melnick
Dec 2, 20243 min read


Election (Result) Stress? You're Not Alone.
I am nauseatingly sad. The weight of uncertainty feels like a constant, unwelcome presence.

Dr. Patty Gently
Nov 7, 20242 min read


On Movement: A Becoming
The one to break the silence, to stir the stillness, to craft new life from the bones of the past.

Dr. Patty Gently
Sep 26, 20242 min read


Neuro-Authenticity, Neuro-Identities, and the Neuro-Industry? A Response to an Unscientific Attack on the Neurodiversity Movement
And since I readily used the word "nincompoopery" which the Google corrected the spelling of, you might already guess at my stance.

Dr. Patty Gently
Aug 4, 20245 min read


Trailblazer: An Anthem of Authenticity
Do not apologize for your intensities. For your fears. You are big. And lush. And multilayered. Like a Duff Goldman birthday cake.

Nefrit El-Or
Jul 19, 20243 min read


Multivariable Musings On Loving Men...
it seems like a man's perspective on the challenges of being in relationship might be helpful or at least worthy of opening discussion

Sheldon Gay
Feb 18, 20243 min read


Creating the Safe Space (Part Two): Safety and Excitability
"And while I love the odd and fantastical, I want to feel safe and know that weird is OK and so am I." #DrPatty2e

Dr. Patty Gently
Nov 7, 20235 min read


School and Our Mama Bear Battles
By Dr. Patty Williams on August 17, 2023 Bright Insight Support Network founder and president Dr. Patty Williams is a trauma therapist...

Dr. Patty Gently
Aug 17, 20233 min read


Sobbing at SENG
By Dr. Patty Gently (Williams) on July 24, 2023 BISN founder and president Dr. Patty Williams is a trauma therapist who specializes in...

Dr. Patty Gently
Jul 24, 20233 min read


Dialectics: Work and Rest
By Dr. Patty Williams on March 3, 2019 BISN founder and president Dr. Patty Williams is a trauma therapist who specializes in EMDR,...

Dr. Patty Gently
Mar 3, 20192 min read


Bright Insight- What is it All About?
By Dr. Patty Williams on August 18, 2018 BISN founder and president Dr. Patty Williams is a trauma therapist who specializes in EMDR,...

Dr. Patty Gently
Aug 18, 20182 min read
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