When we experience harmful or dangerous events, we can feel both psychological and physiological stress. If this stress overwhelms us and affects our ability to cope, it becomes trauma. This trauma can profoundly impact an individual’s life, reshaping how they…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZLGcyceLpQ For many immigrant families, silence can feel like safety. Avoiding tough conversations about loss, identity, or expectations often feels like a way to protect ourselves and others. But Susan’s story reminds us that silence often deepens the wounds it…
For people with loving families where everyone just somehow gets along, the holidays is usually something to look forward to that brings a smile to your face thinking about the fun, love and laughter usually shared over a table of…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wn3O7-BKZA For Filipino Americans, life is a delicate balance between embracing a rich, family-centered heritage and adapting to the independence-driven culture of the United States. Many find themselves navigating an intricate dance between two identities, each carrying its own distinct…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fqeu5knYKF0 Ever find yourself thinking, “I’ll focus on my mental health when things calm down” or “I’ll work on myself once I finish this project”? Waiting for the “right time” can keep us stuck, waiting indefinitely for circumstances that may…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hHJHNttPDs In the latest episode of the “Yellow Chair Collective Podcast,” host Helen Garcia sits down with Asuka Garcia, LCSW, to delve into the ancient Japanese art of Taiko drumming and its remarkable impact on mental health. The conversation takes…
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgCPjCFR_h8&list=PLB-UPv2aSoqI7NcBnGTwf7zpX8ZYS0RXP&index=13 In this episode of Yellow Chair Collective’s podcast, therapist Megan Soun discusses a challenge she often addresses in session with clients – the ongoing journey towards work-life balance. With host Helen Garcia, she explores how the hit drama show…
For many of us, our jobs occupy a significant portion of our time. As a result, they also tend to occupy a significant portion of our headspace. Given that we must spend so many hours per week at work, it…
Perfectionism is a trait that many of us grapple with, often viewing it through a binary lens: good or bad. However, the reality is far more nuanced. Understanding the costs and benefits of perfectionism can help us embrace its positive…
When one generation has experienced major historical events such as war, genocide, slavery, colonization, systemic oppression or personal traumas such as migration, abuse, neglect, or poverty, its impacts can be felt in subsequent generations even if that generation has no…
