Yellow Chair Collective: The Podcast

In this episode, we welcome Yoo Jin and Trishia Domingo from the Eldest Daughters Collective. We delve into family dynamics, touching on the specific emotional labor carried by eldest daughters and how this impacts relationships with parents and siblings. Follow Eldest Daughters Collective Eldest Daughters Collective: https://eldestdaughterscollective.my.canva.site/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/e...

Yoo Jin, the founder of the Eldest Daughters Collective, shares her journey of navigating life as the eldest daughter of an immigrant family. The discussion dives deep into topics like the unique responsibilities of eldest daughters, the importance of self-compassion, and the healing processes involved. Follow Yoo Jin Yoo Jin Website: https://www.ykangconsulting.com/ Eldest Daughters Collective: h...

John Wang, an empowerment coach to Asian American professionals, discusses his upcoming book, 'Big Asian Energy', communication, and culture with Soo Jin & Linda. John delves into the myths surrounding Asian stereotypes, particularly the belief that Asians are inherently shy. Follow John Wang John's Website: https://www.bigasianenergy.com/ Pre-Order John's Book: https://www.pen...

In this heartfelt episode, hosts Soo Jin and Linda welcome Jasmine and Peggy, the co-hosts of the 'Healing the Tigress' podcast, to discuss their own experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety. As Taiwanese Americans, they share their passion for helping other moms, the challenges they faced, and the importance of building resources for the AAPI community. Follow Yellow Chair Entwine Commu...

Today's episode focuses on Helen's decision to step down as podcast host and transition into a new role at Yellow Chair Collective. Co-directors, Soo Jin and Linda, discuss stepping into their new roles as hosts, their experiences as oldest daughters in Korean immigrant families, and their vision for exploring identity and mental health on the podcast. Links: Entwine Community: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠htt...

Linda & Soo Jin speak with Israa Nassir - a therapist, speaker, and author of the recently published book 'Toxic Productivity.' They dive deep into the unique challenges faced by eldest daughters, especially those from immigrant families, and explore the concept of toxic productivity. Follow Israa - Israa IG: https://www.instagram.com/well.guide/?hl=en Israa's Book Toxic Productivity: https://...

In this mini-episode of Yellow Chair Collective, host Helen Garcia speaks with Mina Yoon, a therapist with ADHD, about the unique challenges faced by individuals with ADHD during the holiday season. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to ADHD and Personal Journey 04:07 Understanding Loneliness and ADHD During the Holidays 06:53 Strategies for Self-Care and Reframing Loneliness 10:05 Nurturing Connections...

The holiday season can also highlight the complexities of family dynamics—especially for families navigating neurodivergence. Angela Nguyen, a therapist specializing in ADHD and neurodivergent family systems, shares her personal journey and professional insights. Links:  Entwine Community: ⁠ ⁠https://entwinecommunity.org/⁠⁠   Yellow Chair Collective: ⁠⁠https://yellowchaircollective.com/⁠  Chapters...

In this conversation, Jen Gold, a therapist specializing in eating disorders, discusses the complexities of body image and disordered eating, particularly during the holiday season. Links:  Entwine Community: ⁠ https://entwinecommunity.org/⁠   Yellow Chair Collective: ⁠https://yellowchaircollective.com/⁠  Takeaways Mindfulness practices like walking can help reduce anxiety. Body image issues are c...

 In this collaboration episode, hosted by Jackie Zimmerman of Mental Health America, we are joined by clinical social workers Helen Garcia and Polesa Osei-Tutu as we explore crucial issues impacting mental health today. We'll delve into the economic and psychological challenges faced by women of color, particularly those caring for autistic siblings and elderly immigrant parents. Links:  Polesa Os...

On the latest episode of Yellow Chair Collective, we have fellow therapist of the Collective - Megan Soun. In this episode, Megan opens up about her personal journey with perfectionism, disordered eating, and the power of embracing her Asian identity. Time Stamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:05:35 Being Asian in primarily white and black context shaped me. 00:07:42 Discovery of racial justice, internalized r...

In this conversation, Raz Kaur discusses the importance of radical honesty and acceptance, the power of consciousness and the mind, and the process of self-reflection and personal growth. The conversation also touches on the challenges of recovering from perfectionism and the importance of seeking support and advice from trusted individuals. Takeaways Embrace radical honesty and acceptance with yo...

In this conversation, Helen Garcia and Susan Lieu explore family trauma and how to heal from generational family wounds. Follow Susan Susan's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/model-minority-moms/id1565085683 Susan's Website: www.susanlieu.me IG: @susanlieu @celadonbooks, @modelminoritymoms FB: www.facebook.com/susanlieuofficial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanlieu/ Follow...

In today's episode, your host Helen Garcia is joined by the insightful Alyssa Mancao, a licensed therapist and advocate for community-centered healing. Follow Yellow Chair YCC IG: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchair... YCC Events: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ycc... YCC YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yellowchaircollective/featured Follow Alyssa Website: alyssamariewellness.com IG: https:...

In this conversation, Nadia Islam, a licensed clinical supervisor at Yellow Chair Collective, discusses the importance of evidence-based and culturally humble approaches in therapy. She discusses the importance of accepting reality and moving towards one's values, as well as the power of voice and the impact of self-judgment. Follow Yellow Chair YCC IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/yellowchaircollec...

In this episode of Yellow Chair Collective, host Helen Garcia speaks with Lauren DeVera, founder and CEO of Lions Den, about the intersection of dance and mental health. They explore Lauren's journey as a highly sensitive person, the impact of family dynamics, and the importance of emotional safety in relationships. Follow Yellow Chair YCC IG: https://www.instagram.com/yellowchaircollective/?hl=en...

The conversation delves into the experiences and insights of Helen and Asuka Garcia regarding Taiko drumming. They explore their assumptions, the journey of learning and performing Taiko, and share professional insights into the art form. The discussion culminates in reflections on their experiences and the impact of Taiko on their lives. Takeaways The importance of challenging assumptions in lear...

In this episode of the Yellow Chair Collective podcast, Kai Tea shares her journey into music and mindfulness. Katie discusses her experiences with bipolar disorder, the importance of mindfulness practices, and how her cultural identity influences her music. She emphasizes the role of creativity and collaboration in her songwriting process and reflects on the challenges of navigating social media...

In this episode, Helen Garcia interviews Alison Ly, LCSW, about the importance of setting boundaries. They discuss what boundaries are and how they can protect and preserve various aspects of our lives. Alison shares her personal struggles with boundaries and emphasizes that setting boundaries is an ongoing process. Follow Allison Ly, LCSW- Coaching Website: ⁠https://www.heyallisonly.com⁠ Therapy...

In this episode of the Yellow Chair Collective podcast, host Helen Garcia interviews Alcina Tran, who shares her unique journey from Kentucky to becoming a solopreneur focused on healing through music and coaching. The conversation delves into themes of generational trauma, personal evolution, and redefining success, emphasizing the importance of faith, self-discovery, and the transformative power...

Next up in our season - we talk to Jeff Yeom, AMFT and our friend Nate Goh about dating & sex! Masculinity and Asian identity can often intersect in ways that can impact the way heterosexual Asian men date, especially in America. Jeff & Nate talk to us about their experiences dating, navigating sex and conversations around virginity, and debunking popular dating myths/stereotypes for men....

In this conversation, Yellow Chair Therapist, Mina Yoon, shares her experiences growing up with an emotionally immature parent and her late diagnosis of ADHD. We explore the complexity of parent-child relationships and the importance of setting boundaries. She highlights the impact of shame and the validation that comes with an ADHD diagnosis. Takeaways Adult children of emotionally immature paren...

Hosted by: Jack Lam, MSW Each sibling role often comes with a set of cultural expectations that affect the way our families treat us, and the way we participate in our families in response. This week, we invite a panel of YCC staff to share their stories around their sibling roles. Our therapists talk about the responsibilities of the eldest sibling and being a "3rd parent", the inferior...

Independent musician, Simha, explores the importance of patience in the music industry. Helen & Simha discuss the transformative power of therapy on Simha's creative process. Follow YCC - YCC Support Groups: https://yellowchaircollective.com/support-group/ YCC Book Club: https://events.humanitix.com/september-ycc-bookclub YCC Events: https://yellowchaircollective.com/ycc-events/ Follow Sim...

In this episode, Happiest Pod on Earth's Ariel and Stefanie emphasize the importance of communication, understanding. Stefanie discusses her love for classic rock, R&B, and punk music. Ariel shares her love for T-Pain and the Beatles, which reminds her of her aunt and childhood memories. The speakers reflect on the nostalgia and emotional connection that music brings, and how it evolves wi...