Holding Uncertainty: Making the Unknown Seen
When I think about what therapy means to me, it’s really about transparency, bringing light to the parts of our lives that feel too heavy or hidden. I once heard another therapist say, “My job isn’t to fix people; it’s to understand them.” That idea has stayed with me.
So much of my work is about creating safety. I pour my heart into developing trust in the relationship we have because that’s what allows the deeper work to happen. I’ve learned that safety often comes through the smallest gestures: tone of voice, pacing, presence. I tend to speak softly, especially when a client brings in chaotic energy, when it feels like emotions are spilling over after being bottled up for too long. I see that as the steam rising from a pot that’s been boiling for years. Once the steam settles, we can sit in the warmth together and really feel what’s there.
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The Self Isn’t the Enemy
I grew up in church. My first career was in ministry, working in a nonprofit and serving people who were trying to make sense of life. In many ways, it made sense for who I was…But eventually, it stopped working for me. What I realized through all of it was that I loved being with people when they were slowing down, when they were honest, when they were searching. That’s what led me to therapy. It felt like the natural next step…
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Why Conversations about Health are so Confusing
If you look up the definition of health, you will likely see descriptions of a person having total physical, emotional, and mental well-being. But even this definition continues to be updated and built upon. Finding one singular explanation of health is challenging, especially when you include larger cultural ideas regarding health.
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Learning to Slow Down: What My First Year as a Therapist Taught Me
When I started my journey as a therapist, I carried a mix of excitement and uncertainty. I knew why I was here. I wanted to become the kind of person I didn’t have supporting me while growing up. As an Asian American man, therapy wasn’t something we talked about in my community or in my family. There was a strong message, spoken and unspoken: push through, don’t complain, keep the family in mind. Emotions were often seen as distractions, even threats to harmony. So when I first found the language to describe my own internal experience in college, it was like a dam breaking.
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There Are 4 Types Of Extroverts. Which One Are You?
Extroverted sensors, extroverted feelers, extroverted intuitives, and extroverted thinkers all have positive qualities.
If you’re an extrovert, your energy is a gift.
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6 Signs That You Might Be An Extroverted Introvert
This personality type has unique strengths, and there are key habits to follow for optimal emotional health.
Extroverted introverts tend to prefer deep conversations with select people as opposed to surface-level conversations with lots of folks.
You’ve probably been asked if you’re an extrovert or an introvert. Maybe you even categorize yourself as one or the other.
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What Anxiety Can Look Like — and Why There’s Hope for Healing
Anxiety can feel like an invisible weight that follows you everywhere — tightening your chest, clouding your thoughts, and making even simple tasks feel overwhelming. If you’ve been struggling with persistent worry, restlessness, or a sense of dread, you might have wondered if what you’re experiencing is anxiety. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and what you’re feeling has a name — and, more importantly, it’s treatable.
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Affordable Therapy at Self Space - Welcoming 8 New Interns
At Self Space, we understand that finding mental health support can sometimes feel out of reach—especially when cost is a concern. That’s why we are excited to announce our expanded offerings for low-cost therapy services. With the addition of 8 new interns, we’re more equipped than ever to help you access the care you need at a price you can afford.
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What to Expect When Your Child Starts Therapy
While it can feel nerve-racking for parents to reach out to a therapist, helping your child participate in therapy is ultimately an act of love and respect. By creating this space for them early in their lives, you are providing them the opportunity to be more successful later on. Knowing what to expect can help you and your child feel more prepared and confident to begin this therapy journey.
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Hot Topic: Boundaries
Today we’re talking about something that might sound a tad unromantic at first, but bear with me—it's an absolute game-changer for your relationships.
Boundaries! Yes, you heard that right. Those magical lines we draw that can make our connections even more fulfilling. Intrigued? Let's dive right in!
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Excellence
Have you ever bought a cheap item of clothing only to have it fall apart after a few wears? The seams come undone, the material does not hold its shape after being washed, the color fades or bleeds. Every season, you find yourself replacing the same items, because the previous item had to be trashed. You are back at square one.
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I Trust You
You know the scene: its the climax of a die-hard-style action movie where one character is forced to choose whether or not to place their lives in the hands of another. “Do you trust me?!” Their lives hang in the balance.
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