Trauma can leave invisible wounds, impacting your mind, body, and spirit in profound ways. At Oak and Stone Therapy, we understand the unique experiences and cultural nuances that can shape the impact of trauma on Asian Americans in California, whether you're in the heart of Los Angeles, the vibrant community of Highland Park, the historic streets of Pasadena, or the diverse landscape of the Bay Area. If you're seeking a path to healing from trauma that honors your background and lived experiences, our therapists offer compassionate and effective approaches like Brainspotting, EMDR, and Restoration Therapy. Discover how our culturally sensitive care can help you reclaim your well-being and find lasting healing.

Shutting down your negative emotions might seem like a way to stay in control—but it often leads to emotional numbness and disconnection from yourself and others. In this post, Asian American therapist Hatty J. Lee, LMFT 83772 explores why emotional avoidance can harm relationships and how therapy can help you safely reconnect with your full range of feelings to experience deeper connection and healing.