I’m Dr. Marinette Asuncion-Uy, Psy.D.—a Filipino American Clinical Psychologist, a soft voice in a world that taught us to harden. Born and raised in the Philippines, shaped by migration and memory. I created this channel for those healing from intergenerational pain, inner child wounds, and the myth of being “too much.”
Here, we speak of mental health through the lens of kapwa, ancestral memory, and decolonial healing. I know what it’s like to carry too much too soon. This is my offering to you.
✨ Learn more at The Hilom Collective - thebrownpsych.com/hilom-collective
—a circle for Filipinos across the globe, breaking cycles through Inner Child Healing, Ancestral Wisdom, and Kapwa Psychology.
Kaya halika, anak ng dagat, ilog, araw at buwan.
The wind knows your name. The soil has never forgotten you.
The healing you seek is already seeded in your footsteps.
Walk on. You are being carried home.
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Have you ever wondered how much of the quiet anxiety, self-doubt, or pressure to perform you carry is actually an intergenerational echo of our history?
Join us inside The Hilom Collective for Internalized Oppression, a reflective session where we’ll untangle how colonial mentality has shaped the way we understand our identity, our self-worth, and our relationships. Together, we will move the healing question from "What's wrong with me?" to "What happened to us?".
Together, we’ll gently begin to name what we inherited, untangle our worth from our achievements, and make collective space to reclaim our loob (inner self) and restore our ginhawa—our shared, ease of breath
Come gather, reflect, and learn with us. Click the link in our bio or visit this 🔗thebrownpsych.com/hilom-collective
Disclaimer: This is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute therapy or professional advice. This does not replace personalized therapy or consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
Mental health is influenced by complex factors like our colonization history, discrimination, patriarchy, systemic oppression, racism, educational and economic disparities, sexism, and more, which can deeply impact our psychological well-being. Please explore how these broader societal issues intersect with personal mental health.
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Our upcoming JULY events inside The Hilom Collective, and we cannot wait to gather with you. 🤎
The Hilom Collective began in November 2024 as an intimate advocacy and has grown into a membership community rooted in inner child healing, decolonization, and remembering who we are as Filipinos. Because our wounds are not only personal — they are also historical, cultural, and collective. To learn more or join us, click the link in our bio or visit: thebrownpsych.com/hilom-collective
Disclaimer: This is for informational & educational purposes only & does not constitute therapy or professional advice. This does not replace personalized therapy or consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
Mental health is influenced by complex factors like our colonization history, discrimination, patriarchy, systemic oppression, racism, educational and economic disparities, sexism, etc., and deeply impact our psychological well-being. Please explore how these broader societal issues intersect with personal mental health.
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Our virtual circle just got a little closer. 🤎
The Hilom Collective Telegram account is officially LIVE for all members! We wanted to create an easy, accessible space where we can continue the beautiful conversations, healing journey, and supportive energy from our sessions.
How to access? Your safe space is just a scan away. Scan the QR code below to join the community today.
Let’s continue walking this path together, one gentle step at a time. ✨
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Haven’t checked out the latest video?
📌 “Pagod Na Ako (When the Filipino Family Drains Your Spirit)” is now up.
Watch, share, and tell me what lines stayed with you.
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This is just the beginning. 🌿✨
Our new logo is a reflection of our journey, but the work of healing is ongoing. We have so much in store for you—healing workshops designed to guide and support you, and Kapwa Konek, a community gathering created by our members to deepen our connection with each other.
Healing is not a path walked alone. It is held, shared, and nurtured in community. We invite you to step into these spaces, to be seen, to be held, and to remember: you are never alone in this journey.
Stay connected. Stay rooted. We heal together. 🌿
💛 Learn more: thebrownpsych.com/hilom-collective
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If this post resonates with you, know that healing and self-discovery don’t have to be a lonely journey.
Our Hilom Collective Book Club started this month and we are diving deep into William Henry Scott’s Barangay. Together, we’ll unpack our history and learn how to integrate this knowledge into our healing journeys.
To learn more, click the link in bio or visit www.thebrownpsych.com/hilom-collective.
Disclaimer: This is for informational & educational purposes only & does not constitute therapy or professional advice. This does not replace personalized therapy or consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
Mental health is influenced by complex factors like our colonization history, discrimination, patriarchy, systemic oppression, racism, educational and economic disparities, sexism, etc., and deeply impact our psychological well-being. Please explore how these broader societal issues intersect with personal mental health.
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Choosing to feel deeply and live authentically as a Filipino isn’t always easy. In a culture that values harmony and self-sacrifice, embracing your emotions can feel like a rebellion. You might face judgment, loneliness, or even guilt for breaking unspoken rules—but these costs are part of reclaiming your truth.
Authenticity isn’t about being fearless; it’s about honoring your emotions, even when they feel inconvenient or misunderstood. It’s in this courage that you create space for ginhawa—true inner peace and holistic well-being.
Disclaimer: This is for informational & educational purposes only & does not constitute therapy or professional advice. This does not replace personalized therapy or consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
Mental health is influenced by complex factors like our colonization history, discrimination, patriarchy, systemic oppression, racism, educational and economic disparities, sexism, etc., and deeply impact our psychological well-being. Please explore how these broader societal issues intersect with personal mental health.
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Growing up in a Filipino household, many of us learned early on that emotional suppression was the norm. From an early age, we were taught to prioritize harmony over honesty—silencing our true feelings to meet expectations and avoid judgment. Over time, this led us to question who we really are. It becomes harder to distinguish our authentic selves from the roles we were expected to play.
How many times have you found yourself wondering, “What do I really want?” or “Who am I outside of all these labels and expectations?” It’s not just a phase—it’s a pattern many of us struggle with long into adulthood.
When we meet someone who is unapologetically themselves, it can feel like a threat instead of a relief. Why?
Because their authenticity mirrors the parts of us we’ve been conditioned to suppress. That’s the cost of not being validated—of never being shown that it’s okay to take up space, to be seen for who we truly are.
But here’s the truth: you are enough. Your true self has always been there, waiting to be discovered. Healing starts when we make space for our emotions, our voices, and our true identities.
Disclaimer: This is for informational & educational purposes only & does not constitute therapy or professional advice. This does not replace personalized therapy or consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
Mental health is influenced by complex factors like our colonization history, discrimination, patriarchy, systemic oppression, racism, educational and economic disparities, sexism, etc., and deeply impact our psychological well-being. Please explore how these broader societal issues intersect with personal mental health.
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Love doesn’t have to be all sacrifice and endurance. What if it could be joy, connection, and healing?
Reflect with us and reimagine love through the lens of liberation. Join the Hilom Collective and let’s heal together.
Disclaimer: This is for informational & educational purposes only & does not constitute therapy or professional advice. This does not replace personalized therapy or consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
Mental health is influenced by complex factors like our colonization history, discrimination, patriarchy, systemic oppression, racism, educational and economic disparities, sexism, etc., and deeply impact our psychological well-being. Please explore how these broader societal issues intersect with personal mental health.
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Repeat after me: I am not too sensitive. I am in touch with my true self.
Disclaimer: This is for informational & educational purposes only & does not constitute therapy or professional advice. This does not replace personalized therapy or consultation with a qualified mental health professional.
Mental health is influenced by complex factors like our colonization history, discrimination, patriarchy, systemic oppression, racism, educational and economic disparities, sexism, etc., and deeply impact our psychological well-being. Please explore how these broader societal issues intersect with personal mental health.
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