Mental Health Awareness Month: Recognising OFW Burnout Before It Takes a Toll

by Pinoy Therapy May 9, 2026 Read time: 5 minutes Introduction Let’s be real: working abroad as an Overseas Filipino Worker is one of the bravest acts of love. You’re sacrificing birthdays, holidays, and quiet nights at home so your family can have a better future.…

How online therapy platforms like Pinoy Therapy support Filipino mental health, at home and abroad

by Pinoy Therapy Dec 13, 2025 Read time: 3 minutes Why online therapy matters for Filipinos Mental health needs in the Philippines are substantial and rising. Anxiety and depression are among the country’s most common conditions, and access to affordable, culturally relevant care is uneven across…

Pakikisama vs. People-Pleasing: How to Say No Without Guilt

by Pinoy Therapy Nov 24, 2025 Read time: 5 minutes Filipinos are known for their exceptional warmth and deep sense of community. At the heart of this cultural trait lies pakikisama, a value that emphasizes harmony, camaraderie, and maintaining good relationships. While pakikisama fosters unity, there’s…

Find Your Calm: The Power of Spirituality

by Che Rebano Nov 10, 2025 Read time: 4 minutes Faith and spirituality have always been an important part of people’s lives, especially during times of stress or uncertainty. More and more studies now show that our spiritual beliefs and practices can have a positive effect…

Mental Health Conversations in Your Local Language: When English Feels Too Clinical

by Pinoy Therapy Oct 13, 2025 Read time: 5 minutes Mental health is a deeply personal topic. Discussing feelings, fears, and thoughts requires a safe space where you feel understood, both intellectually and emotionally. For many Filipinos, though, therapy conducted in English can often feel impersonal…

Exploring the Pressure to Always Be Productive: How Hustle Culture Affects Filipino Mental Health

by Pinoy Therapy Sep 29, 2025 Read time: 4 minutes The constant drive to achieve more, work harder, and never stop striving is a narrative many Filipinos are all too familiar with. This phenomenon, commonly known as hustle culture, often glorifies overworking and equates rest with…