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Ask A Therapist: How To Cope With Loneliness

Everyone gets lonely from time to time.

Loneliness is a painful but common part of the human experience. It’s something everyone feels, regardless of how many friends or followers they have, how famous they are, or how much money they have. Today, I’m sharing my responses to some of the most frequent questions I get about loneliness.

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3 Easy Mental Health Hacks You're Probably Overlooking

Working on our mental health doesn’t have to be hard. Today I’m going to talk about FREE things you can do to work on your mental health that AREN’T therapy! Disclaimer: This video is purely for educational purposes, and isn’t medical advice or therapy. It’s wise (and I advise you) to consult with a medical professional regarding your specific needs and situation!

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A Day In My Life As A Traveling Psychologist

Are you a therapist that wants to earn a living while you travel the world? Ever wondered if you could live out all your travel dreams without ever taking a vacation day or losing any pay?

I have been doing exactly that as a remote psychologist for nearly a decade and in my latest video, I’m going to break down a typical day/week/month in my life!

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Let’s talk about why therapists are miserable!

Being a therapist can be an AMAZING way to make a living. It’s often ranked one of the best jobs out there for pay, flexibility, and creativity. Therapists are supposed to be happy, mentally healthy people, right?

The unfortunate truth is that while I think being a therapist is one of the best jobs in the world, there are some significant challenges to being a therapist that you may not be aware of.

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Why I Quit My Job And Started Traveling The World

In todays YouTube video, I’m sharing my story of why I packed up my life and became a remote therapist and digital nomad. (And exactly how!) On social media, you may have seen me travelling the world while I continue to work as a therapist. It may seem glamorous, but it’s because you’re seeing Chapter 10 of my story.

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How Do You Make Friends As An Adult?

Most of us want more friends. But today more than ever, people are struggling with HOW to make friends. Maybe we’ve been staring at screens for way too long, or maybe it’s because we’ve had to be isolated for forever. But loneliness is a real problem, and one thing is for certain - if you don’t do anything to make more friends, you probably won’t be feeling less lonely anytime soon.

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Sharing with Selena Gomez’ Wondermind!

If you know me, you know I love a famous person who uses their notoriety for good. Selena Gomez has always been a favorite of mine for vulnerably sharing about her mental health to help reduce mental health stigma.

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You May Have Imposter Syndrome

Have you ever felt underqualified, ill-equipped, or unworthy of having a seat at the table?

The potentially bad news: You may have imposter syndrome. The good news: you’re not alone.

Today, I’m going to help you understand what in the world is going on when you suffer from impostor syndrome, and most importantly, we’ll talk about how to not let it hold you back from living your best life.

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The Launch Of My You Tube Channel

Thanks to YOU and YOUR SUPPORT, I’m thrilled to share that TOMORROW I’m officially launching my Youtube channel! (It only took me 4 years to find the courage to make it happen!)

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May is Asian Pacific Heritage Month

Only 4% of mental health professionals are Asian American or Pacific Islander. This means there are disproportionately fewer opportunities for AAPI individuals to be in healing spaces with providers who have firsthand knowledge of the AAPI experience.

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LA Times feature: Welcome to Portugal

One of the reasons I’m so passionate about fighting hustle culture and toxic productivity is because I’ve overworked myself to the point of burnout more than once. In fact, a huge factor in my choice to become a resident of Portugal is because I wanted to escape the constant pressure in Los Angeles to work, produce, and perform.

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Mental Health Awareness 2022

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Because of the widespread dissemination of mental health information across social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Youtube, mental health awareness means something completely different today than it did 5 years ago.

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Common Forms Of Emotional Manipulation

We all experience emotional manipulation from time to time. Sometime, it’s harmless - for example, when a child pouts to get their way.

Other times, emotional manipulation can ruin lives. Recent Netflix show The Tinder Swindler illustrated a perfect example of what happens with emotional manipulation at its worst.

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Let’s Talk About Loneliness

Loneliness - it’s something everyone experiences from time to time, no matter who you are or where you’re from. But what is loneliness, really? And how is it different from things like solitude?

When you’re feeling lonely, getting through it can seem like an uphill battle. Recently I spoke with Shape to take a closer look at loneliness and how to manage the times when we inevitably feel lonely.

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Dear Early Career and Future Therapists

Did you know the things that will make you a good therapist aren’t the things you may have imagined?

The best therapists are guides, not experts. They know it’s not all about having the answers, it’s about being present while empowering their clients to find the right answers for themselves. 💪

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What’s Happening In The World

How are you holding up? With the state of affairs in the world, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed, anxious, sad, or confused. It’s not easy being human these days, is it?As you’re navigating through the news cycle in the days and months to come, I want to give you a gentle reminder to give yourself permission to do just one thing: show up as you’re able.

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What Is Burnout And How Does It Happen?

Burnout isn’t what we are hardwired to experience as human beings. But with the invention of the lightbulb, not only were we given the ability to work around the clock, but we were also influenced to disconnect from our own internal clocks and deny the very things that make us human, specifically rest.

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5 Truths Your Therapist Wants You To Know⁠

Good therapy should be focused on you - the client. But if you’re curious about what we think about you behind the scenes, here are 5 truths most therapists would agree upon:

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