I’ve Built…

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It has always been important to me to be transparent about my shortcomings and the strengths. I don't try to pretty anything up. Too often, people pretend their lives are so perfect online, with perfectly posed, edited photos, but you never see the truth of what goes on behind closed doors because all they care … Continue reading I’ve Built…

What Are You Looking For In A Therapist?

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You've seen the title of this piece, so let me start by saying this question has been asked of me by my doctor, and it's a long story. Overall, my best response was, "Someone who isn't an asshole. Someone who isn't going to waste my time, and someone whose office I will not leave more … Continue reading What Are You Looking For In A Therapist?

Asian American mental health stigma: Why does it exist?

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https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/asian-american-mental-health I have noticed this isn't up for discussion in most Asian American homes, and as a result, people suffer greatly, quietly, until it's too late. The stigma needs to end.

My PTSD Stalks Me Still. Yet I’ve Found a Way to Reset

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When You Come Out Of The Grips…

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“When you come out of the grips of a depression there is an incredible relief, but not one you feel allowed to celebrate. Instead, the feeling of victory is replaced with anxiety that it will happen again, and with shame and vulnerability when you see how your illness affected your family, your work, everything left … Continue reading When You Come Out Of The Grips…

Don’t let these 4 myths about depression convince you that you’re making it up

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PTSD Flashbacks

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I always talk about my personal experiences when I am dealing with subject matter for #MentalHealthMonday. All forms of trauma require #Awareness. Almost four years ago, I was diagnosed with Complex PTSD. Thanks to several bad doctors and three lousy therapists post-diagnosis (My Massachusetts based experiences, only.), I struggle at times with how traumatized I … Continue reading PTSD Flashbacks