When the Mask Comes Off: Unseen Sensory Suppression and the “Fine” Sibling
You know the child who’s always “fine”? The one who doesn’t need extra meetings, doesn’t melt down, and quietly makes everything easier for the family? Sometimes, that child is carrying more than anyone realizes. Not because they’re pretending—but because they’ve unconsciously learned to suppress what they feel, need, or sense. Not to deceive, but to survive.
In this week’s blog, we explore the unseen masking some children and teens carry for years—sometimes until it breaks them. If you’re raising a child who seems to be doing just fine… this one is for you.
👉 Read the full post here: https://www.sevencornerspsychotherapy.com/when-the-mask-comes-off-unseen-sensory-suppression-and-the-fine-sibling
xo, Jenn Glacel and Gabriele Nicolet
Jennifer Glacel, LCSW, RPT-S is the owner of Seven Corners Psychotherapy in Falls Church, Virginia. An Autistic therapist with over 16 years of experience, her practice specializes in using play therapy to provide neurodiversity and LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy to work with people of all ages. Jennifer also provides training in play therapy and understanding neurodivergence through the Seven Corners Psychotherapy Training & Supervision Institute.