More Than a Therapy Couch

Breaking the Stigma: South Asian Mental Health and Support

Episode Summary

This week on More Than a Therapy Couch, we sit down with Surbhi Vyas, LPC, founder of Healing Lotus Mental Health, to discuss the mental health challenges experienced in the South Asian community. Vyas talks about how stigma, family pressures, and identity struggles often prevent individuals from seeking mental health support. She shares strategies for starting mental health conversations in South Asian families and highlights the importance of finding culturally competent therapists.

Episode Notes

Key takeaways:

• The stigma surrounding mental health in South Asian culture
• Pressures related to academic and career success
• Identity conflicts for first-generation immigrants
• Finding a culturally competent therapist 

Vyas also emphasizes the importance of self-care and investing in your mental health.Whether you’re South Asian or want to better understand the mental health issues affecting this community, this episode is for you.

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For more information on Tree of Life Counseling Center, visit: www.treeoflifecc.org
To learn more about Healing Lotus Mental Health, visit: www.healinglotusmentalhealth.com