What World Mental Health Day (October 10) Means in Everyday Filipino Life

by Marianne Taladua Oct 1, 2025 Read time: 5 minutes Silent struggles near and far It is late at night in a small apartment abroad. A Filipino worker scrolls through family photos, the silence broken only by the hum of the refrigerator. They had smiled on…

OFW Stress Management: How Filipino Breadwinners Can Cope While Working Overseas

by Pinoy Therapy Mar 2, 2025 Read time: 5 minutes Being the primary breadwinner for a family is a heavy responsibility. For many Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), this reality often means making extraordinary sacrifices, leaving the comfort of their homes and the company of loved ones…

Bullying Without Boundaries: Recognizing the Many Forms of Modern Bullying

by Pinoy Therapy Nov 10, 2024 Understanding Bullying Beyond the Schoolyard The term “bullying” is something we hear about often, and oftentimes we associate it with kids or teenagers picking on other kids or teenagers at school. I suppose it’s what we see the most in…

Breaking the Silence: Shattering Stigmas Around Men’s Mental Health

by Erl Mangmang Nov 1, 2024 Read time: 4 minutes Hello, I am Erlwinmer Mangmang. I am a clinical psychologist, and I am a man. In my practice of Clinical Counseling and Psychotherapy I happen to observe that around 70% of my clients are having issues…

World Mental Health Day: Managing Stress and Finding Support for Overseas Filipinos

by Pinoy Therapy Oct 1, 2024 In today’s fast-paced world, managing stress can feel like an impossible task, especially for Overseas Filipinos balancing work, family, and personal struggles. Whether you’re in search of a Filipino counsellor and therapist or simply need community support, it’s important to…

The OFW’s Mental Health Challenges – Navigating Loneliness Away From Home

by Pinoy Therapy Mar 27, 2024   OFWs Mental Health Challenges – The Lonely Reality Behind the Smiles Living abroad as an Overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) is often romanticized, but the reality is far from glamorous. Beyond the facade of exciting adventures and financial stability lies…