The Walls, Windows, and Doors Model

A three-step module for navigating emotional unavailability and emotional vulnerability. This module uses the image of a house to help participants understand emotional protection. Walls represent defenses, windows allow emotions to be seen, and doors represent intentional access. The goal is not to become completely open with everyone. The goal is to develop safe, flexible, and intentional emotional availability. The module also recognizes that Black women may receive messages encouraging strength, independence, composure, and caretaking while discouraging emotional need, softness, rest, and receiving support.