For those raised in collectivistic cultures or who understand themselves as deeply shaped by community, kinship, and shared responsibility, this framing can feel incomplete, even alienating. It can sound like boundaries require distance, disconnection, or a quiet withdrawal from one another, but boundaries do not have to mean abandonment. They can, instead, be an invitation to relate more honestly, more sustainably, and with greater care.

Finding a therapist can sometimes feel really overwhelming and intimidating, especially if the idea of going to therapy is completely new for you! I want to offer you 5 ways that can be helpful to navigate finding a therapist.