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 *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 customer when I used to
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
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,
Common Experiences Among Asian Families Many Asian cultures are collectivistic and center the needs and goals of the family over the desires of the individual. This tends to result in specific standards and expectations for the various members of the family. In the case of
Asian Therapists Talk About Holiday Grief, Intercultural Relationships, and Celebration The holiday season offers great opportunities for joy, but can often also bring up a variety of difficulties for immigrants and immigrant families. In our podcast episode, we invited a panel of Asian therapists of
Trauma and Resilience These two themes seem to perpetuate themselves in our Asian American communities. Our grandparents and parents experienced trauma in the form of war violence, political upheaval, refugee camps, racial discrimination, and immigration and acculturation challenges. Today, Asian Americans are still experiencing trauma
Asian Therapists Discuss Intersectional Body Image and Acceptance Body image is a complex topic, and it is one that tends to hold more attention around the holidays and the New Year. As more women are speaking out against body shaming and unrealistic beauty standards, many
An Asian American Therapist Discusses Recovering from Burnout In our second year of living in a global pandemic, many of us are finding that we have to adjust to a new normal. For many, it has prompted us to reevaluate priorities and reassess careers. It
