Seeking Therapy as an International Student
As a Korean international student navigating doctoral studies in the United States, I vividly recall the mix of excitement and fear upon arrival. Despite the convenience of modern technology and accessibility to familiar comforts like Korean TV shows and cuisine, the challenges of cultural adaptation and the ache of separation from loved ones persist. Amidst the existential loneliness and uncertainty, seeking therapy, whether through on-campus counseling services or off-campus referrals, offers a path to mental resilience and a reminder that asking for help is a strength, not a weakness, especially in the journey of an international student.
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Finding a good fit
Deciding to start therapy is a big decision, and it can feel disappointing, frustrating, and disillusioning if your early therapy experiences dissuade you from continuing. This article is here to help you think about some important considerations when looking for a therapist that you can work with.
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Making Sense of Mental Health Practitioner Degrees and Licenses
There is a great diversity of mental health practitioners, and it can be overwhelming for someone seeking mental health support. This article describes the most common types of mental health practitioners you may encounter in the United States.
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What is therapy?
We do not really understand what therapy is; and what we do not understand, we tend to fear. In this article, Dr. Shin Ock thus explains what therapy is and what it can look like.
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Q&A from Ministering to the Church during a Pandemic: A Conversation with Church Leaders
Mustard Seed Generation’s webinar series launched its first episode on May 1, 2020 with a focus on church leaders’ response to the COVID crisis. The following is an edited excerpt with three questions from the Q&A.
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Anxiety & Self-Care in the Face of COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought physical and emotional consequences, as well as major economic and societal transitions -- all of which may contribute to an increase in anxiety. This article discusses potential sources of anxiety and resources to manage the anxiety.
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The role of pastors in Korean American mental health
As trusted leaders of the church, pastors are often the first responders to mental health problems among congregants. This may be because few Korean Americans use professional mental health services, due to language barriers, the lack of culturally sensitive mental health providers, stigma and shame surrounding mental health, and a lack of awareness about mental health disorders and services (Lee et al., 2008).
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Dr. Josephine Kim on DKnet Radio '매일 그대와'
Last month on August 24th, Dr. Josephine Kim was invited to speak at DKnet Radio '매일 그대와'. She spoke about the difficulties Korean American families face living in the United States as well as the importance of the Let's Talk! Dallas Conference that will be held on September 15th, 2018.
Please note that the broadcast is in Korean.
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Stress, stress, stress: Why Korean American children are stressed
A study conducted in 2009 on 20 Korean American adolescents aged 11 to 14 and their parents gives us a glimpse as to why Korean American children are stressed. The study found that the main sources of stress for them were: 1) peer relationships, 2) being treated differently or unfairly, 3) pressure to perform well academically, and 4) strained parent-child relationships.
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