Microaggressions and Mental Health at Work
Microaggressions at work are more than mere faux pas or annoyances. They have a real impact on our emotional well-being and our careers. San Francisco psychologist Maya Borgueta shares about microaggressions and mental health, and how you can respond when you...
Women’s History Month Belongs To All Of Us
A San Francisco psychologist shares her reflections on Women’s History Month from the perspective of a feminist therapist. There’s a saying in the Filipino American community: “No history, no self. Know history, know self.” It’s a paraphrase of a quote by Jose...
Couples Counseling: Myths and Realities
It’s Valentine’s Day, and we’ve got relationships on the brain here at Stella Nova! So today we’re talking about one of the most powerful tools in the relationship health toolbox — couples counseling. Mainstream culture has seen stigma around...
Five Things Every San Francisco Therapist Should Know
If you’re a therapist in San Francisco, you’ve probably heard some themes come up again and again. It’s a beautiful, even magical place. But like any city, it has its share of unique challenges as well — including those that can take a toll on our...