Cherry Anne Bacani RPm, RPsy

07/08/2026

As a psychologist, I believe that confidence, resilience, and independence are nurtured when young people are encouraged to pursue their passions. I'm proud to support my daughter's creative venture as she begins accepting design commissions. If you or someone you know needs pubmats, presentations, posters, certificates, tarpaulin designs, or social media graphics, I'd appreciate your support by sharing her post or considering her services.
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31/07/2026

I'm grateful to support my colleague: fellow psychologist and peer supervisor, Lanz Paolo on the release of his book, I Am Still Struggling but I Choose a Life of Purpose Anyway. It is a heartfelt reminder that struggling and living a meaningful life are not mutually exclusive. One passage, in particular, stayed with me:

"Sometimes what looks like giving up on one path is actually a redirection. Sometimes a closed door is not the end of your story but the beginning of a truer one. Sometimes life removes you from what is no longer yours so you can discover what matters more deeply. Some endings break your heart at first, but later you see that they also made space for a more honest life."

These words reminded me that what we often experience as loss can, with time, become the very path that leads us toward a life that is more authentic, purposeful, and deeply aligned with our true selves.

If you're looking for a thoughtful and encouraging read, I highly recommend this book. The links to purchase your copy are in the comment section below.

As a way of paying it forward, I also have a few copies that I'll be giving to some of my long-time clients as a token of appreciation for allowing me to be part of their journey. 💙

Happy reading!

29/07/2026

Earlier today, I took a brief pause between sessions to rest and recharge. Holding space for others also means making space to reset. These small moments help me return with renewed presence, compassion, and intention for every client. 🤍

24/07/2026

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It's International Self-Care day today ☀

One way to consider self care is by making your own 'Dopamine Menu'. It's an easy way to make every day a self-care day!

10/07/2026

Today was one of the most meaningful sessions in my practice: a termination and relapse-prevention session, with a courageous 14-year-old client. When she first came to my clinic, she was struggling with Major Depressive Disorder with anxious distress following a su***de attempt. Today, after months of psychotherapy, we celebrated not just the end of therapy but the beginning of a new chapter.

As part of our final session, we completed a narrative therapy exercise entitled "My Life Story: The Past, Present, and Future." Watching her rewrite her story was a powerful reminder that healing does not erase painful chapters; it gives them new meaning. She reflected on how she once believed there was no other way to cope, but now recognizes her resilience, values herself more, and looks toward the future with hope and confidence.

Therapy doesn't promise a life without struggles. It equips people with the skills to navigate them. That's why our final session also focused on a personalized relapse prevention plan, helping her recognize early warning signs, strengthen her support system, and remember that asking for help is a sign of strength. As a psychologist, I am reminded why we do this work. It is a privilege to witness someone transform from surviving to truly living.

*Shared with the informed consent of both the client and her parent. Identifying details have been omitted to protect confidentiality.*

To every young person who may be struggling today: Your story is still being written. There is hope, and help is available.❤️

08/07/2026

Yesterday, I told my sister, Lot, that we would visit our Auntie Iya this Sunday, July 12. Today, Lot sent me a message that Auntie Iya had passed away. I was on my 15-minute coffee break when I received the news. All I could reply was, "Ha." It didn't feel real. I still had three more sessions to get through, so I had to hold myself together and keep going. It wasn't until the end of the day, when I closed the door to my clinic, that the weight of the loss finally settled in. The sadness came all at once.

I will never get to see you alive again. I'll never get to surprise you with another birthday gift, and I'll never receive another one of your warm birthday greetings.
Rest in peace, Auntie Iya. You fought so bravely, and you left this world so peacefully. You will always have a place in my heart and in my prayers. You will always be deeply loved. And despite this heartbreak, I know I was fortunate. As the eldest niece in the family, I had the privilege of experiencing your love, care, and warmth the longest. That is a gift I will always carry with me.

I love you, Auntie Iya. Thank you for everything. May you rest in eternal peace. 💕

*Grief reminds us how deeply we have loved. Today, I'm simply a niece mourning someone who meant the world to me. Thank you for allowing me the space to honor her memory. Thank you for your understanding if my responses are slower over the next few days.

07/07/2026

Mental health is part of disaster risk, but still missing from how we measure disaster costs.

New research reviews how the economic impacts of disaster-related mental health conditions are assessed and finds they are often excluded or only partially captured in disaster loss estimates.

While these impacts can be significant, affecting productivity, health systems, and long-term recovery, they remain underrepresented in disaster risk assessments and cost-benefit analyses.

This leads to a systematic underestimation of disaster impacts and can result in underinvestment in resilience and risk reduction. Improving how these impacts are measured can help close evidence gaps and support more balanced investment in disaster risk management.

Read more➡️ https://ow.ly/8JBb50ZkHAo

07/07/2026

I'm grateful to have completed the CBT for Adult ADHD training through the Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavior Therapy. This adds to the other CBT trainings I've had the privilege of completing with the Beck Institute, each one strengthening my commitment to providing evidence-based care. This course is special to me, not only as a psychologist who works with adults with ADHD, but also because I am diagnosed with ADHD.

Experiencing ADHD from both the clinician's and the client's perspective has reminded me that effective therapy is more than understanding the science. It's about combining evidence-based interventions with empathy, compassion, and hope. Learning never stops, and I'm excited to continue growing so I can better support those who entrust me with their mental health journey.

02/07/2026

Ten years ago today, I took my oath as a Psychometrician with hope, purpose, and dreams for the future. Looking back, I'm grateful for every lesson, challenge, and opportunity that shaped who I am today.

In 2024, I was blessed to take another meaningful step by taking my oath as a Psychologist, a reminder that growth never truly ends.

Grateful for the journey, the people I've met along the way, and the privilege of serving. Here's to continuing with purpose and compassion. 💙✨

29/06/2026

You are tired, and maybe it is not because life is hard.

Maybe you are exhausted because you keep chasing every point.

Every person who stopped choosing you. Every message that never came back. Every opinion people said about you. Every mistake you still replay at midnight.

Regression taught us something strange.

The best-fit line does not chase every point. It does not force itself to touch everything it sees. It follows the pattern that truly matters.

Maybe that is why some of us feel lost.

We keep running after things that were never meant to define our direction.