Esther Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCATP, CCATPCA, CCTP II
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Frederick, MD 21704
Let's Connect (240) 301-3868

When trauma, anxiety, or OCD begin to take over your thoughts or interfere with daily life, relationships, or work, it can feel exhausting and overwhelming. You may find yourself stuck in cycles of worry, intrusive thoughts, or emotional reactions that are hard to control. You don’t have to navigate this alone.
I specialize in working with teens and adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, and OCD. My approach is grounded in evidence-based care, including EMDR therapy, ERP, CBT, among others, to help clients process distressing experiences, reduce anxiety, and break unhelpful patterns while building resilience and emotional regulation.
I welcome you wherever you are in your healing journey. If you’re looking for focused, compassionate support and ready to take the next step, I invite you to visit my website or schedule a free consultation. Let’s make space for more living.
Call or Email Esther Kim now for a free 15 minute consultation - (240) 301-3868
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $180
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Medicare
Esther Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCATP, CCATPCA, CCTP II
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (240) 301-3868
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Maryland / 16351 Esther Kim
- Attended University of Maryland, Baltimore, Masters of Social Work, Graduated 2010
- Certificate from Evergreen- Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP and CCATP-CA) 377449, 247735 / 2022
- Certificate from Evergreen- Certified Clinical Trauma Professional Level II (CCTP-II) 285078 / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Esther Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCATP, CCATPCA, CCTP II
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (240) 301-3868
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Caregivers
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Family Conflict
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Trauma and PTSD
Esther Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCATP, CCATPCA, CCTP II
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (240) 301-3868
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Age
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Christian Counseling
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- EMDR
- Emotionally Focused
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Strength-Based
Esther Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCATP, CCATPCA, CCTP II
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (240) 301-3868
Location
Additional Location
Rockville, MD 20852
(240) 301-3868Nearby Areas
Esther Kim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CCATP, CCATPCA, CCTP II
Call for a free consultation now - (240) 301-3868