As a second-generation Chinese American, my family did not speak about mental health while growing up. So when my mom battled severe depression and suicidal ideation, our family was at a loss. I knew she needed help, so I blindly navigated the therapist search process. My mom was already skeptical about trying therapy and when the therapist I found turned out to be a poor cultural fit, she was no longer interested in trying therapy again.

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It turns out that my mom was 1 in 2 BIPOC patients who will drop out of therapy after their first session. Convincing her to receive treatment was already a hurdle, not finding the appropriate support was devastating.

 

That sparked my mission to build Unmute and to meet my Co-Founder, Dr. Doris Chang, a practicing psychologist, renowned clinical researcher and professor at New York University's School of Social Work. 

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I hope that our team at Unmute can be a part of your healing journey and that you find comfort in knowing that you are not alone.

 

                                                                                                     With Love,                                                                                         Colleen Leung