Evaluating a New Mental Health Group for Asians and Asian Americans

Examining the Feasibility and Impact of a Novel Psychoeducation and Process Group for Asian and Asian American Psychiatric Outpatients

This study's overarching aim is to evaluate a new psychoeducation and process group for Asian and Asian American psychiatric outpatients. This is a 12 week mental health group which will focus on both educational content related to Asian mental health as well as increasing connection between group members. We hypothesize that participants in the group will experience a decrease in psychiatric symptoms at the conclusion of the group compared to their symptoms at the beginning of group. We also hypothesize that participants will feel more socially connected after the group.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 18 years and older
• Participants must identify as Asian or Asian American
• Sufficient English proficiency to participate in a psychotherapy group conducted in English

Exclusion Criteria:

• Unable to provide written informed consent
• Elevated suicide risk (e.g. recent active suicidal ideation, past-year suicide attempt) without a current individual mental health provider
• Any other challenges that would preclude participation in group psychotherapy