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Joy Plote, MA, LAC, CI/CT, is a licensed trauma therapist, EMDR practitioner, and certified interpreter who bridges psychology and Deaf/Coda culture. As founder of The Space Between and The Coda Counselor Series, Joy blends clinical expertise with lived experience to guide individuals and professionals in trauma-informed healing, codependency recovery, and self-compassion.
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Oct 26, 2025 ∙ 3 min
Trauma-Informed Approaches to Engaging with the Deaf Community: A Guide for Hearing Allies
Joy Plote, LPC, CCTS I&F, CI/CT When we talk about trauma-informed care, we often think about how we approach individuals in therapy, education, or crisis settings. But what happens when we enter a community where trauma is not just personal—but collective, cultural, and linguistic ? For many Deaf individuals, trauma is not just about one event. It’s often the result of a lifetime of communication barriers , institutional discrimination , audism , and being silenced in their own families and...
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Oct 22, 2025 ∙ 4 min
Finding Safety, Connection, and Growth in Deaf and Deaf-Parented Communities
Healing from trauma is not a straight path — it’s a journey. One that requires patience, understanding, and community support . When trauma touches our lives, it can leave us feeling disconnected or unseen. But healing doesn’t have to happen alone. At The Space Between , we believe healing is strongest when it happens in community — with others who understand your language, your culture, and your lived experience. Our Healing and Education Groups are designed specifically for Deaf,...
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Sep 29, 2025 ∙ 5 min
Essential Tools for Mental Health Support
Mental health is a journey we all navigate in our own unique ways. Sometimes, the path feels smooth and clear. Other times, it’s rocky...
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