When you first start looking for a therapist, you might find yourself looking for a therapist who shares some of your characteristics. Here at Yellow Chair Collective, many of our clients come to us for a therapist of the same ethnic background, in hopes of
Why is Destigmatizing Mental Health Important? Destigmatizing mental health is essential. Asian therapist everywhere knows about the rising concern of Asian American mental health. This is because untrue information about mental health treatment can convince people to not get the help that they need. Stigmas
My Experience with Caregiving A little over 1.5 years ago, my father died after being terminally ill for 2.5 years. He began getting very sick in 2018, right when I started my graduate program to become a therapist. I had to learn things quickly, but
Everyone experiences anxiety, as anxiety is a normal and vital part of life: it helps you survive, get necessary tasks done, and prepares you for worst-case scenarios. Anxiety is the built-in alarm system that helps us protect ourselves or motivates us to perform well with
Many layers of complexity arise when two people who come from different cultures start a relationship together. There may be some differences even if you and your partner share a similar background, but the differences can strike harder when you and your partner come from
My Experience as an Asian American Woman Written by Connie Yang, AMFT *Trigger Warning: Please read at your discretion. There is harassment, gaslighting, misogyny, and microaggressions involved in this story. A few years ago, I got into a car accident as I dropped off a
When two very different cultures meet, they tend to clash. This is a common experience for Asian American households. Especially between the first- and second-generation Asian Americans, their values conflict. Individualism versus collectivism—which one is the “right” way to be? Specifically, when we talk about
Finding a therapist for your Asian or Asian American teen is another way in which you can support their overall health and development. Consider consulting with one of our Asian American therapists who provide culturally competent teen therapy. Check out the first part of Benefits
For most teenagers in an ethnic minority group, issues around one’s race and ethnicity are important aspects to consider in teen therapy. When all parts of a teen’s identity are acknowledged in a safe space, it can make their mental health journey feel less daunting.
When looking back at how you grew up, did it ever cross your mind that your childhood wasn’t normal? Do you recall looking out for your siblings as if you were their parent? What about making sure you did everything you were told to do,
