Beyond the Couch
Beyond the Couch is a podcast exploring the intersection of Asian Pacific Islander South Asian American (APISA) identity and mental health. Hosted by three therapists, Diana Liao, LMHC, Samantha Waldman, LMHC, and Christie Kim, LMHC, our mission is to demystify therapy and uplift stories from our community. Join us every Wednesday as we delve into essential topics from identity and perfectionism to courageous stories of healing and collective care with fellow therapists, experts, and community members.
Beyond the Couch is a proud initiative of Bridges Mental Health, is a stigma-free hub for Asians, Pacific Islanders, and South Asian Americans (APISA) to discuss, navigate, and seek mental health care. Find a therapist, join our therapist community, and follow us on Instagram @bridgesmentalhealth.
Beyond the Couch
Cross Cultural Differences with Catherine Kim (Plus: Therapy vs Coaching)
This week, Christie, Diana, and Sam get together to talk about the differences between therapy and coaching, outlining what each offers and who might benefit from them. For the latter half of the episode (starts at 15:00), Sam sits down with Catherine Kim, LMHC to discuss the challenges of straddling two different cultures as an APISA-identified individual and how to navigate these multiple senses of identity.
Catherine Kim (she/her), LMHC, specializes in supporting individuals who are experiencing cultural conflicts, identity issues, relationship problems, anxiety, and depression. She is especially dedicated to challenging the stigmas that often surround mental health in Asian cultures, with the goal of encouraging more individuals in the AAPI community to prioritize their well-being and pursue a healthier life.
Connect with Catherine:
- catherine@whatbringsyouintoday.com
- Phone: 646-481-3124
Curious to learn more about coaching? Hear from coaches themselves in our recent episodes:
- CBD/Cannabis for Anxiety & Depression with Amy Chin (released 5/31/23)
- Challenging Imposter Syndrome with Angela Kerrigan (11/16/22)
- Financial Anxiety, Scarcity, & Enoughness with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin (10/26/22)
- The Art of Authentic Dating with Samuel Shin (9/28/22)
- Taking Asian Women Seriously with Sheena Yap Chan (9/14/22)
- Surviving Burnout & Stepping Off the Corporate Ladder with Annalyn Cruz (8/31/22)
- Failing My Way Forward and Embracing Career Changes with Cynthia Pong (8/17/22)
- How to Succeed as an International Student with Dr. Vivi (1/12/22)
Bridges Mental Health connects Asian, Pacific Islander, South Asian Americans (APISA) with culturally responsive mental health professionals and resources. We hope to make mental health care more accessible and approachable across the Asian diaspora.
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