- 30 years experience
- English and Korean
- Adoption and foster care
About Sung
Dr. Sung Ho Kim works with people who are facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship struggles. He brings three decades of clinical experience and a calm, steady presence to sessions. He speaks English and Korean and practices in New York as a NY Psychoanalyst 000245.
He offers a straightforward space where clients can talk through hard moments and make small practical changes. Sessions focus on what matters most to the person - improving day-to-day coping, reducing intense emotions, and strengthening relationships. Much of his work is about building clearer self-understanding and steadier ways of responding to stress.
Dr. Kim draws from several approaches to match the needs of each person. He uses cognitive methods to address unhelpful thinking and experiential techniques to increase values-based action. Attachment-based ideas are used to look at how early relationships shape current patterns.
He has a long history helping people navigate life transitions and complex emotional issues, and he pays attention to cultural background and personal story. He also has experience with concerns related to adoption and foster care and can address related feelings like abandonment and attachment questions.
Throughout work with him, clients can expect clear, conversational guidance and practical strategies to try between sessions. He aims to help people build skills that fit their life and goals, while keeping discussions grounded and approachable.
Therapeutic approaches you can use online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying what matters to a person and taking small, values-driven actions despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It can help with anxiety, depression, and stress by shifting attention toward meaningful goals rather than only symptom control. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and emotional reactions; it can help people understand relationship difficulties and repeated patterns of closeness or distance.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss your concerns, goals, and preferences and recommend approaches that fit your needs. Decisions about techniques and pace are collaborative and can be adjusted as you go.
If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats are offered when you book because formats are confirmed during the matching process. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so therapy can be more consistent. Licensed professionals can use the same therapeutic tools online as they do in person, with adaptations to keep conversations focused and practical.
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English, Korean
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Dr. Kim help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. He also addresses related topics such as abandonment, attachment issues, and concerns tied to adoption and foster care.
What is the therapy style like in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and practical, blending talk therapy with skill building. He adapts methods to each person's needs and focuses on usable strategies for daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 30 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of emotional and life challenges. That experience informs a measured, experienced approach to therapy.
What credential does Dr. Kim hold and where is he located?
He is listed as a NY Psychoanalyst 000245 and practices in New York.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and Korean.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are accepted. Confirm session logistics and scheduling when you begin the matching process.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specifics during scheduling.
What are the first steps to begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The matching step helps pair needs and logistics before the first session.