Therapist
Dr. Sung Ho Kim
NY Psychoanalyst 000245
Compassionate, experienced psychoanalytic clinician
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- 30 years experience
- Speaks English and Korean
- Focus on trauma and mood
About Sung
He focuses on helping people who struggle with trauma, attachment wounds, and ongoing mood challenges. He helps clients talk through painful memories, sort out relationship concerns, and build steady coping skills for day-to-day life. Sessions are offered with attention to each person's background and goals.
Dr. Kim uses a mix of practical approaches rather than a single technique. He draws on methods from cognitive behavioral work, acceptance and commitment ideas, and attachment-focused listening to match the situation. This allows him to shift tactics as needs change.
Many clients come to him for support after loss, major life changes, or chronic health challenges. He helps people develop clearer communication, manage emotions, and strengthen resilience. The work often includes learning small skills to handle stress and creating clearer personal boundaries.
His style emphasizes understanding each person’s story and building a collaborative plan. He aims for short, clear steps that feel doable between sessions. People who value thoughtful listening and practical skills find his approach useful.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English, Korean
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Approach choices and how online work can fit
Dr. Kim often combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy in his work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and choose actions that match their values, which can ease anxiety and create a clearer sense of purpose. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people build safer ways of relating to others.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those goals. The plan can change as progress is made so the work stays relevant and practical.
The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and the ability to fit sessions into a busy life. If you need to check in during a work break, a remote appointment can save travel time. Please confirm which session formats Dr. Kim currently offers before booking so you know what to expect.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Dr. Kim address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse, plus related concerns like attachment problems, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and body image.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His work blends listening with practical tools. He uses client-centered dialogue alongside cognitive and acceptance-based techniques to help people manage symptoms and make changes.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 30 years of clinical experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and life challenges.
Where is he located and what credential does he hold?
He practices in New York and is listed as NY Psychoanalyst 000245.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Korean, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not list specific session formats.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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