As the years have gone by more people have smartphones and connect to social media. It’s great to connect to others and get new information immediately. BUT - there have also been articles and conversations on social media causing anxiety and mental health distress. Here are some of my perspectives about that;
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Mental health is stigmatized in the Asian American Pacific Islander community.
With the pandemic and asian hate crimes, it is important to increase mental health awareness to improve overall wellness and community. Therapy, psychotherapy, or counseling can make a huge difference in how people cope with stress, anxiety, depression, loss, or major life changes.
In the Asian American Pacific Islander community, there appears to be a sense of guilt, shame and obligation to the family and community. Trying to be successful and have high achievements is a struggle. The stress and motivation of being successful has its pros and cons. There is a sense of direction and wanting to achieve goals.
What to expect from anxiety counseling, therapy, psychotherapy, and coaching in Tustin, Orange County, CA
You have been searching for a right fit therapist in the Orange County area. If you want information on how to find a therapist in Orange County, check out my blog. Maybe you’ve never been to therapy, counseling, or coaching. You know you haven’t felt your best self and wonder if you can move forward with therapy. You might have some anxious thoughts about it.
Read MoreIn the past few weeks, there has been a significant increase of Asian hate which has created anxiety and fear. In Orange County, CA there is a large Asian American Community and several attacks have even happened in Orange County. Sometimes we feel we live in a facade of safety and pretend everything is alright. Denial can limit your ability to readily prepare yourself. There is a lingering fear and increased concern in the community. Historically, Asians immigrated to the US to have new opportunities to start a better life for themselves and for their family. Imagine arriving in a country unable to speak English with limited resources. Trying to survive in creating a life in a new country, a new language, and also dealing with hate/ racism is a constant battle. I wonder how often someone has made inappropriate comments towards me and behind my back. Sometimes I choose to maintain naivety to ignore racism because it is so painful and scary to deal with. Now that more Asian hate crime is documented and evident, there are mixed feelings of relief of finally being heard, but also being scared to see how hateful the world can be.
Read MoreSince the pandemic there has been an increase of individuals seeking therapy. There are a lot of therapists in the Orange County, CA area, but how do you find the best one for you? When is the best time to start? There is a sense of anxiety and depression with the pandemic, racial injustices, and feelings of disconnect with others. Taking care of your mental health is important. Starting therapy is a huge step. It's completely normal to feel a bit nervous. After you research therapists in the Orange County, CA area, the next step is the first phone call to a potential new therapist, which can be intimidating. If you are interested in learning more about finding a therapist, counselor check out my blog about how to find one. Here are a few typical frequently asked questions that have been asked. These are ideas to help you start the process.
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