How does therapy support Asian American mental health?

Therapy provides a safe space to heal intergenerational trauma, manage career stress, overcome creative blocks, and navigate cultural identity challenges. Services include Brainspotting and EMDR therapy available in Los Angeles, Pasadena, the Bay Area, and across California.

What mental health issues commonly affect Asian American communities?

Common concerns include anxiety, depression, perfectionism, impostor syndrome, family pressures, relationship challenges, and creative blocks. Asian American therapists at Oak and Stone Therapy provide culturally sensitive support using Brainspotting, EMDR, and other healing modalities.

Is culturally sensitive therapy important for BIPOC and children of immigrants?

Yes, culturally sensitive therapy acknowledges racial identity, cultural values, and intergenerational expectations. Our services include Brainspotting and EMDR therapy adapted to the needs of BIPOC and first-generation clients across California.

Who can benefit from Oak and Stone Therapy's blog?

Our blog supports Korean Americans, Taiwanese, Japanese, Chinese, Indian, Indonesian, Singaporean, Filipino, and other East and South Asian communities, as well as BIPOC individuals and first-generation Americans seeking emotional growth, resilience, and culturally sensitive therapy options like Brainspotting and EMDR.

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When You Are Confused For the Other Asian Person: You Deserve To Be Known

Growing up as an Asian American in Los Angeles, Pasadena, or the Bay Area, it can be a common experience to be confused with another Asian person. Oak and Stone Therapy explores these racial experiences and emphasizes the importance of being fully seen and known.

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Finding Your Way with Family Wealth

Growing up with wealth in an Asian American family in Los Angeles, Pasadena, or the Bay Area can bring unique pressures and complexities. Oak and Stone Therapy explores these dynamics and offers support for a healthy relationship with inherited wealth.

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You Were Never Meant to Mother Alone: Therapy for Moms Matter

Struggling with identity loss, burnout, or postpartum overwhelm? Therapy with an Asian American therapist in Los Angeles can help you feel seen, supported, and whole again.

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Is Perfectionism Hiding Your ADHD?

As an Asian American in Los Angeles, Pasadena, or the Bay Area, does your drive for perfection feel exhausting? It might be masking underlying ADHD. Oak and Stone Therapy offers culturally sensitive support to understand and navigate this, helping you break free from the pressure and find genuine well-being.

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Being an Empath From an Asian American Family: How to Stay Grounded Without Losing Yourself

Are you an empathic Asian American in Los Angeles, Pasadena, the Bay Area, or Seattle feeling overwhelmed by others' emotions? Oak and Stone Therapy explores the unique experiences of empaths in the Asian American community and offers self-care tips to protect your well-being.

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Therapy for Asian American Executives, Founders & Entrepreneurs: Why It Matters

Are you an Asian American executive, founder, or entrepreneur in Los Angeles, Pasadena, or the Bay Area Silicon Valley facing unique pressures? Oak and Stone Therapy offers support to manage stress, navigate cultural expectations, and enhance your leadership journey. Discover how therapy can help you thrive.

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Codependency in Asian American Families: Understanding & Healing

Navigating codependent patterns within Asian American families in Los Angeles, Pasadena, or the Bay Area? Oak and Stone Therapy explores how cultural values can influence these dynamics and offers steps towards healthier, more independent relationships.

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When You’re the First to Build Wealth: Mental Health Support for First-Gen Asian Americans

Building first-generation wealth as an Asian American in Los Angeles, Pasadena, or the Bay Area can bring pride and pressure. Oak and Stone Therapy explores the unique mental health challenges and offers support to navigate this journey.

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The Highly Sensitive Person and How Therapy Can Help

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How Asian Americans Can Choose Rest in a Hustle-Obsessed Culture

It all begins with an idea.

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Untangling Boundaries and Anxiety for Asian Americans

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Healing Reactions for Asian Americans After Collective Crisis

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Taking an Empowered Position During the Pandemic: Mental Health Support in Los Angeles

In uncertain times, small choices can help us feel grounded. This post shares how an Asian American therapist is staying empowered during COVID-19, and invites you to reflect on what care looks like for you.