Working with Asian American Clients
In the U.S., 7.2% or 20 million people identify as Asian American, but there are fewer than 20,000 practicing Asian American counselors
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Asian Americans are less likely to seek mental health services than any other racial/ethnic group. They are three times less likely to access mental health services than their white counterparts
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In 2019, suicide was the leading cause of death for Asian/Pacific Islanders aged between 15-24
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Asian American males are 30% more likely to commit suicide than Caucasian males
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Southeast Asian refugees are likely to receive a diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) associated with immigration. A study reported that 70% of Southeast Asian refugees receiving mental health treatment were diagnosed with PTSD
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Psychiatry.org - Working with Asian American Patients
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Psychiatry.org - Asian Americans Stress and Trauma Toolkit
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Psychiatry.org - Mental Health Disparities for Asian Americans
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APA - Effective Therapy for Asian Americans
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AMHC - Asian Mental Health Collective
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Psychotherapy Networker - White Counselors and Asian American Clients
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Counseling.org - Five Ways to Help Asian American Clients