Living Life On My Own Terms with Jessie

22/09/2025 52 min Temporada 2 Episodio 83
Living Life On My Own Terms with Jessie

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Description: In this episode, Dr. Branch has an in-depth conversation with Jessie Pham, a former student in the Clinical Mental Health Master’s Program. Jessie opens up about overcoming challenges both personally and professionally, and the role family and culture have played in shaping his journey. He reflects on leaning into authenticity, speaking to his future self, and making the choice to live life on his own terms. Jessie shares a pivotal moment when he had a difficult conversation with his mother, risking rejection to speak his truth. He also talks about the importance of inviting others into the life he chooses to live and building genuine connections along the way. Jessie closes by highlighting how his personal experiences have shaped his professional growth in the field of mental health and the lessons he continues to carry forward.🎯 3 Challenges (Lifework) Have an honest conversation you’ve been avoiding. Think about one person in your life you haven’t shared your full truth with. Commit to starting that dialogue with courage and compassion.Define life on your terms. Write down what living authentically looks like for you, without filtering it through the expectations of family, culture, or society.Invite someone in. Choose one way this week to let someone closer into your life—whether through vulnerability, sharing your story, or simply creating space for connection.Meet Our Guest:Jessi is a master’s student in the Department of Counseling at California State University, Fullerton. He is currently in practicum, providing counseling to adolescents at the Orange County School of the Arts. Jessi is EMDR-trained, Geek Therapy certified, and approaches clinical work from a person-centered framework, honoring clients as the experts of their own lived experiences. A 2023 NBCC Fellow alumn, he is also engaged in research exploring grief and loss among Queer and Trans People of Color (QTPoC) through the lens of expressive arts.Socials:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessi-pham Instagram: @jessi.famemail: [email protected] episode is brought to you by our amazing sponsor:J Branch & Associates: Schedule your free 15 minute consultation by going to www.drjbranch.com; call or text (404) 436-2540 Connect with The 3 Parallels Podcast:Instagram: www.instagram.com/3parallelspodcastDownload the 3 Parallels Music Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2DCvaDp1wWypO59l1kearH?si=sy0X9tMcSNumk4ym-VZ9LQDon't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show on Spotify, IHeart, Apple Podcast, and YouTube. Your feedback helps us inspire more listeners like you! Get your copy of the Gator Scales Journal on Amazonhttps://www.amazon.com/Gator-Scales-Journal-Jason-Branch/dp/B0DPXLXZWCJoin the Community – Gator Nation- The Lab I’m building a space where helping professionals can connect, grow, and support each other. We meet every Wednesday at 9am PT/12pm EST for Virtual Brunch or Lunch with Gator Nation. In Gator Nation, we explore 3 Parallels: • Who we were?• Who we are!• Who we are becoming? If you can’t make it live, no worries — I’ll send the recording. Bring a friend, bring your energy, and let’s grow together. Every Wednesday at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ETRSVP here to get your Zoom link Join the Gator University Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/632712073223466/Join the Community – Gator NationEvery Wednesday at 9 AM PT / 12 PM ET.
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