Presented by AAPI New Jersey and Sweta Neygandhi, Founder & Clinical Director of Therapy Story on January 14, 2026
In this insightful session, we break down what therapy is and offer practical tips on how to find the right mental health provider for you. We also share practical tips specific to the AAPI community to help you feel empowered and informed in your mental health journey.
Recorded on November 12, 2025
In this Lunch & Learn, Atlantic Health Systems and AAPI NJ partner for an informative session on menopause led by Dr. Fatima Naqvi, obstetrician/gynecologist with Atlantic Health. Dr. Naqvi shares insights for AAPI women on what menopause is (and isn’t), common symptoms, treatment options, and how to tap into renewed energy during this stage of life.
Recorded on May 5, 2025
Ever feel like you have to be “successful” all the time or that struggling isn’t an option? The model minority myth creates unrealistic expectations that can lead to stress, burnout, and silence around mental health for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. In this Mental Health Monday with Sweta Kansagra, LCSW, we’ll have an open conversation about where these pressures come from, how they impact our well-being, and ways to redefine success on our own terms. Let’s break free from the myth and embrace who we truly are.
Recorded on April 7, 2025
Feeling stretched between caring for your kids and supporting aging parents? You’re not alone. Many in the AAPI community face the unique challenge of juggling both roles, often with deep cultural expectations around family duty. In this Lunch & Learn with Sweta Kansagra, LCSW, we’ll talk about the emotional toll of being an AAPI in the sandwich generation, the stress of constant caregiving, and practical ways to set boundaries without guilt. Let’s explore how to take care of ourselves while still showing up for the people we love.
Recorded on March 3, 2025
We hustle, we grind, we worry, we give—but at what cost? During this Mental Health Monday for the AAPI community, Sweta Kansagra, LCSW leads us in learning to pause, breathe, and take back control. Let’s explore how cultural narratives shape our stress, and more important, how we can rewrite them. Expect deep conversations, game-changing strategies, and a space to just be.
Recorded on February 5, 2025
Learn from Mary Claire Givelber, the Executive Director of Caring Contact, how and when to access helplines in NJ available to anyone looking for a supportive ear if they are experiencing depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, or other sources of distress.
Recorded on October 21, 2024
Learn more about what is a bias incident, a hate crime, and discrimination, and how to report an incident with the NJ Division on Civil Rights and with law enforcement. You can also make a report with AAPI New Jersey and understand your options by reaching out to advocacy@aapinewjersey.org.
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. Explore this directory of free or low-cost services including mental health practitioners, crisis intervention, and community-based programs.
In 2023, we formally changed our name to AAPI New Jersey to reflect the statewide priorities and activities that this group of committed community members and advocates now supports.
We continue to host events and programs in Montclair and invite you to explore this site to learn more about the diverse resources and opportunities we offer.
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