This essential text explores what it means to be a South Asian American living in the US while seeking, navigating and receiving psychological, behavioral or counseling services. It delves into a range of issues including cultural identity, racism, colorism, immigration, gender, sexuality, parenting, and caring for older adults. Chapter authors provide research literature, clinical and cultural considerations for interviewing and treatment planning, case examples, questions for reflection, suggested readings, and resources. The book also includes insights on the future of South Asian American mental health, social justice, advocacy, and public policy. Integrating theory, research, and application, this book serves as a clinical guide for therapists, instructors, professors and supervisors in school/university counseling centers working with South Asian American clients, as well as for counseling students.

This essential text explores what it means to be a South Asian American living in the US while seeking, navigating and receiving psychological, behavioral or counseling services. It delves into a range of issues including cultural identity, racism, colorism, immigration, gender, sexuality, parenting, and caring for older adults. Chapter authors provide research literature, clinical and cultural considerations for interviewing and treatment planning, case examples, questions for reflection, suggested readings, and resources. The book also includes insights on the future of South Asian American mental health, social justice, advocacy, and public policy. Integrating theory, research, and application, this book serves as a clinical guide for therapists, instructors, professors and supervisors in school/university counseling centers working with South Asian American clients, as well as for counseling students.

Congratulations on becoming a new parent The book is written with first time mothers in mind. We have some basics of parenting to help in the first 30 days of your baby's life. We hope some level-headed suggestions from pediatrician Manisha and psychotherapist Ulash as well as our mommy perspectives will at least peel you off the ceiling and help you start to feel a little more up to the job.

Do you remember feeling different than other students in your school? Zander feels unlike all the other bears in his school - he is black and white and eats bamboo while the rest are brown or black, and eat fish and berries. Children will recognize themselves through Zander as he learns to overcome his fears and try new things. The Adventures of Zander The Panda and Ezzie The Monkey is a lively story about Zander the Panda, who meets Ezzie the Monkey, his guide and new friend. Through their adventures, Zander learns about friendships and how to accept and enjoy his uniqueness. The book is a great resource to help children embrace their individuality and take on new challenges. Lisa Cox's illustrations glow with joyful colors and expressions on every page. In the end, the reader and Zander discover that being you is not so terrible after all.