Lotus Root Counseling

May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month — a time to celebrate culture, history, and resilience.

It’s also an opportunity to recognize the importance of mental health in AAPI communities. Cultural values can be a source of strength, but stigma, silence, and limited access to care can make it harder to seek support.

At Lotus Root Counseling, we are committed to creating culturally responsive spaces where individuals feel seen, understood, and supported.

NEW THERAPIST ❤️

Jessica Kim is a therapist who is deeply committed to supporting and empowering historically underrepresented communities through compassionate and culturally responsive mental health care. As a second-generation Korean American who grew up in an immigrant family, Jess understands how cultural identity, family expectations, and systemic barriers can shape the way people see themselves and interact with the world. She approaches therapy as a collaborative and individualized experience and honors each client’s unique story by creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where they can connect with their true selves.

Therapy sessions with Jess are grounded in curiosity and empathy, encouraging clients to explore themselves and their stories at a pace that feels supportive, healing, and empowering. Jess mainly draws from Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), narrative therapy, restorative justice, mindfulness, and other trauma-informed approaches. However, she also views therapy as a collaborative process and works alongside clients to develop a personalized approach that cultivates safety and trust and encourages open-minded exploration.

Link in bio to schedule with Jessica. Jessica accepts Aetna PPO, BCBS PPO/EPO, Cigna/Evernorth insurance plans.

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The New Year often comes with hope — and pressure.
For many Asian Americans, it can mean renewed expectations to succeed, improve, and make others proud.

But mental health doesn’t follow a calendar, and growth doesn’t have to look like constant productivity.

This year, consider intentions that support your emotional well-being: more rest, clearer boundaries, asking for help, and being kinder to yourself.

At Lotus Root Counseling https://www.lotusrootcounseling.com/, we support Asian and Asian American clients in building a relationship with mental health that honors both culture and self-care.

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The holiday season can be a meaningful time, but for many Asian Americans, it also brings unique emotional challenges. Family expectations, cultural pressure to stay composed, and feelings of disconnection or loneliness often surface this time of year.

In many Asian cultures, we’re taught to maintain harmony, not burden others, and show strength. But your emotional needs matter too. Setting boundaries and practicing self-care are not selfish — they are essential for your well-being.

At Lotus Root Counseling https://www.lotusrootcounseling.com/, we honor both cultural values and mental health needs. You deserve support during the holiday season and beyond.