Supporting Children’s Mental Health Starts with Conversation

We’re excited to share that UCA WAVES Founder and Executive Director Lily Chen was recently featured on the Parent Confidence Lab podcast produced by Avocado Health!

In this episode, Lily shares insights on supporting children’s mental health, reducing stigma, and creating safe spaces for meaningful conversations at home. She also discusses the unique pressures AAPI children and families may experience, including cultural expectations, identity, discrimination, academic pressure, and the need for belonging.

Drawing from her experience as a public health nurse, mother of five, and first-generation immigrant, Lily offers practical guidance for parents on starting mental health conversations early, practicing active listening, and supporting the well-being of the whole family.

Grab your headphones and check it out now at the button below!