As a survivor of childhood sexual and emotional abuse, I grew up with no clear memories of the abuse but was still experiencing trauma symptoms. It wasn’t until I started trauma informed therapy that I was able to start to address what happened to me. I’m sharing what I learned in case it could be helpful to those with a similar experience.

A holistic approach to therapy integrates mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health to promote balance and overall well-being. You are seen as a whole person, with acknowledgment of all the various parts that make you who you are. You are seen as a whole person, and therapy explores how your medical and personal history have influenced your mental health.

What is the “culture” or value system of therapy? Depending on your cultural background, therapy may or may not have been part of your culture. Read about what to expect in terms of privacy, boundaries, and personal agency in the culture of therapy.

In the midst of recent violence towards Asian Americans in Atlanta, GA, I wanted to share resources for those looking for support for themselves or others.

The recent police brutality against Black people bring to mainstream awareness the reality of anti-Black sentiment, and the injustice Black people have experienced for hundreds of years.

During these unprecedented times of pandemic, one of the ways we can protect our physical health is to engage in social distancing (avoiding close contact with others), per CDC recommendations.