EPISODE · Feb 19, 2026 · 35 MIN
06 | Living with Sibling Disability: Unlearning Our Roles Suyapa Ulloa, LCSW
from The Living Loss: Navigating Life Transitions & Invisible Grief · host Daiana Bernard, LMHC & Cassandra Harris-Towner, LMHC
In this episode, we explore the complex and often invisible grief experienced by siblings of loved ones with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Suyapa Ulloa shares her personal journey, cultural influences like Marianismo, and practical insights on unlearning caregiving roles to embrace self-care and authentic identity.Chapters00:00 Unpacking Ambiguous Loss05:47 The Unlearning Process11:54 The Experience of Siblings17:52 Radical Acceptance and Healing32:59 Final TakeawaysConnect with Suyapa UlloaTikToc and Instagram @SuyapaSuTherapistWebsite: SuyapaSuTherapist.comConnect With Us: We’re building a space where every loss is seen. Have a 'Living Loss Lesson' or a topic you’d like us to explore? Email us your story. If you have an experience you’d like us to share on the air, let us know, we are always happy to share your stories anonymously to keep this a safe space for our community.Instagram: @thelivinglosspodcast Email: [email protected] the Show: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, follow, share and leave a review. It helps us reach others who need to hear that their grief is valid.Work with DaianaIf you’re interested in a consultation for individual therapy, please reach out via email or visit the practice website below.Email: [email protected]: MeaningfulTherapyFL.comLocation: Riverview, FL, In-Person, and Telehealth serving clients throughout Florida.Daiana is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and the owner of Meaningful Therapy. She provides a supportive, neurodivergent and trauma-informed space for adults navigating:Non-Death Loss & Grief: Validating and healing the "living losses" that often go unacknowledged.Trauma: Supporting individuals processing their own personal trauma as well as those experiencing vicarious trauma.Therapeutic Modalities: Integrating ACT, DBT, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy for a holistic approach to healing.Work with CassandraIf you’re interested in a consultation, please reach out via email or visit the practice website below.Email: [email protected]: firststridezcounseling.comLocation: Ocala, FL, In-Person, and Telehealth serving clients throughout Florida.Cassandra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) at First Stridez Counseling. She provides a supportive, neurodivergent-affirming space for:Individuals & Couples: Supporting adolescents, young adults, and adults of all ages.Specialties: Neurodivergence, interpersonal relationships, and mood disorders.Therapeutic Modalities: Integrating CBT, DBT, Play & Art therapeutic interventions, and Person-Centered therapy.
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In this episode, we explore the complex and often invisible grief experienced by siblings of loved ones with disabilities or chronic illnesses. Suyapa Ulloa shares her personal journey, cultural influences like Marianismo, and practical insights on unlearning caregiving roles to embrace self-care and authentic identity.Chapters00:00 Unpacking Ambiguous Loss05:47 The Unlearning Process11:54 The Experience of Siblings17:52 Radical Acceptance and Healing32:59 Final TakeawaysConnect with Suyapa UlloaTikToc and Instagram @SuyapaSuTherapistWebsite: SuyapaSuTherapist.comConnect With Us: We’re building a space where every loss is seen. Have a 'Living Loss Lesson' or a topic you’d like us to explore? Email us your story. If you have an experience you’d like us to share on the air, let us know, we are always happy to share your stories anonymously to keep this a safe space for our community.Instagram: @thelivinglosspodcast Email: [email protected] the Show: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, follow, share and leave a review. It helps us reach others who need to hear that their grief is valid.Work with DaianaIf you’re interested in a consultation for individual therapy, please reach out via email or visit the practice website below.Email: [email protected]: MeaningfulTherapyFL.comLocation: Riverview, FL, In-Person, and Telehealth serving clients throughout Florida.Daiana is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and the owner of Meaningful Therapy. She provides a supportive, neurodivergent and trauma-informed space for adults navigating:Non-Death Loss & Grief: Validating and healing the "living losses" that often go unacknowledged.Trauma: Supporting individuals processing their own personal trauma as well as those experiencing vicarious trauma.Therapeutic Modalities: Integrating ACT, DBT, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy for a holistic approach to healing.Work with CassandraIf you’re interested in a consultation, please reach out via email or visit the practice website below.Email: [email protected]: firststridezcounseling.comLocation: Ocala, FL, In-Person, and Telehealth serving clients throughout Florida.Cassandra is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) at First Stridez Counseling. She provides a supportive, neurodivergent-affirming space for:Individuals & Couples: Supporting adolescents, young adults, and adults of all ages.Specialties: Neurodivergence, interpersonal relationships, and mood disorders.Therapeutic Modalities: Integrating CBT, DBT, Play & Art therapeutic interventions, and Person-Centered therapy.
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