Dr. Elijah Kim
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PsychNP
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
Let's Connect (760) 388-2261
We are born to be successful, happy, and enjoy every moment while living on earth, but that is a dream or fantasy in most cases. However, we are here to overcome obstacles preventing us from achieving our dreams and to make fantasies a reality. Life is full of surprises and challenges. Many are experiencing Depression, anxiety, bereavement, trauma, relationship difficulties, and a variety of other psychosocial stressors. It will be a privilege if I can assist those who need to alleviate their emotional pain and improve their daily functions.
For certain mental illnesses, psychotherapy or pharmacotherapy alone can be effective. However, researchers found combined therapy is superior for some illnesses, such as Depression. Kamenov et al.(2017) found that "combination of psychotherapy and medication performed significantly better" I provide psychotherapy and medication to improve daily life.
Did your life bring you undesired mental health challenges? I am here to listen to your stories and tackle the impediments together. I am open-minded and nonjudgemental. Please don't give up on yourself and your own dreams. Everyone in this world has the potential to live an incredible life. YOU must initiate it by simply reaching out to others, and they ca
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $225
- Pay by Cash, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Dr. Elijah Kim
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PsychNP
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Expired License: California / 19455 Elijah Kim
- In Practice for 5 Years
- Degree/Diploma from University of California San Francisco Master's degree in Nursing, Psychiatric NP / 2009
- Frontier Nursing University, Doctor of nursing practice, Graduated 2022
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Chronic Impulsivity
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Eating Disorders
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Coaching
- Medication Management
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Sexual Addiction
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
I also speak
Korean
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
I also speak
Korean
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Psychodynamic
Location
Additional Location
Portland, OR 97209
(760) 388-2261Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (760) 388-2261
Dr. Elijah Kim
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PsychNP