Korean-Speaking Therapists in Chicago, IL
심리치료사(LCSW, CADC)로서 저는 내담자의 이야기를 경청하고 함께할 수 있다는 것을 큰 특권으로 여깁니다. 삶의 기쁨과 슬픔, 그리고 그 사이의 모든 복합적인 경험 속에서, 저는 내담자가 진정으로 안전하고 이해받는 환경에서 자신의 이야기를 나눌 수 있도록 돕고자 합니다. 우리는 불안, 우울, 중독, 관계 문제, 삶의 전환과 같은 다양한 어려움을 탐색하며, 내담자가 의미 있는 변화를 이루고 자신의 핵심 가치에 부합하는 삶을 살아갈 수 있도록 함께 노력할 것입니다.
심리치료사(LCSW, CADC)로서 저는 내담자의 이야기를 경청하고 함께할 수 있다는 것을 큰 특권으로 여깁니다. 삶의 기쁨과 슬픔, 그리고 그 사이의 모든 복합적인 경험 속에서, 저는 내담자가 진정으로 안전하고 이해받는 환경에서 자신의 이야기를 나눌 수 있도록 돕고자 합니다. 우리는 불안, 우울, 중독, 관계 문제, 삶의 전환과 같은 다양한 어려움을 탐색하며, 내담자가 의미 있는 변화를 이루고 자신의 핵심 가치에 부합하는 삶을 살아갈 수 있도록 함께 노력할 것입니다.
English & Conversational-Fluent Korean/영어 & 한국어.
“공간을 차지한다”는 건 어떤 느낌일까요? 공간은 목소리가 큰 것, 키가 큰 것처럼 눈에 보이는 것일 수 있습니다. 하지만 감정적인 공간도 있습니다. 관계 속에서, 직장에서, 그리고 나 자신 안에서요.
혹시 다른 사람들이 많이 의지하는 사람인가요? 힘든 마음을 나누는 게 부담스러워 혼자 참는 편인가요? 아니면 어디에 있어도 소속된 느낌이 잘 들지 않나요?
저는 IOP/PHP 그룹과 미술치료 그룹을 진행하고 있으며, 청소년과 성인을 상담합니다. 정체성, 소속감, 번아웃, 트라우마, 신경다양성(ADHD, Autism), 그리고 문화적 정체성/이민 배경을 가진 분들과 특히 잘 맞습니다.
English & Conversational-Fluent Korean/영어 & 한국어.
“공간을 차지한다”는 건 어떤 느낌일까요? 공간은 목소리가 큰 것, 키가 큰 것처럼 눈에 보이는 것일 수 있습니다. 하지만 감정적인 공간도 있습니다. 관계 속에서, 직장에서, 그리고 나 자신 안에서요.
혹시 다른 사람들이 많이 의지하는 사람인가요? 힘든 마음을 나누는 게 부담스러워 혼자 참는 편인가요? 아니면 어디에 있어도 소속된 느낌이 잘 들지 않나요?
저는 IOP/PHP 그룹과 미술치료 그룹을 진행하고 있으며, 청소년과 성인을 상담합니다. 정체성, 소속감, 번아웃, 트라우마, 신경다양성(ADHD, Autism), 그리고 문화적 정체성/이민 배경을 가진 분들과 특히 잘 맞습니다.
혹시 미국에서 유학생활을 하며 외롭거나 막막한 순간이 있으셨나요?
배우자 혹은 가족 때문에 이민을 오셨지만 문화 차이와 적응이 쉽지 않으신가요?
저는 유학생으로 처음 미국으로 와 이민과정을 거쳐 현재는 다문화가정의 일원으로 살아가고 있는 미술치료사입니다. 유학생, 가족 이민자, 그리고 비자 문제나 적응으로 어려움을 겪는 분들을 누구보다 잘 이해하며, 한인분들을 위한 따뜻한 상담 공간을 마련하고 있습니다. 낯선 땅에서 느끼는 외로움, 정체성 고민, 세대와 문화적 차이에서 오는 무거움, 또는 누구에게도 쉽게 말하기 힘든 감정을 함께 풀어갈 수 있습니다.
혹시 미국에서 유학생활을 하며 외롭거나 막막한 순간이 있으셨나요?
배우자 혹은 가족 때문에 이민을 오셨지만 문화 차이와 적응이 쉽지 않으신가요?
저는 유학생으로 처음 미국으로 와 이민과정을 거쳐 현재는 다문화가정의 일원으로 살아가고 있는 미술치료사입니다. 유학생, 가족 이민자, 그리고 비자 문제나 적응으로 어려움을 겪는 분들을 누구보다 잘 이해하며, 한인분들을 위한 따뜻한 상담 공간을 마련하고 있습니다. 낯선 땅에서 느끼는 외로움, 정체성 고민, 세대와 문화적 차이에서 오는 무거움, 또는 누구에게도 쉽게 말하기 힘든 감정을 함께 풀어갈 수 있습니다.
안녕하세요, 저는 심리치료사 방유진이라고 합니다. 저는 아이들(3세 이상)을 대상으로 상담을 합니다. 특히 불안, 우울, 또한 학교를 어려워하는 아이들과 일을 하고 있습니다. 아동중심 놀이 치료를 통해서 힘든 일들을 겪은 아이들이 자존심과 자제력을 키울 수 있습니다. 저는 아이들이 놀이를 통해 본능적으로 자기 자신을 치유하고 성장할 수 있다는 걸 믿습니다.
안녕하세요, 저는 심리치료사 방유진이라고 합니다. 저는 아이들(3세 이상)을 대상으로 상담을 합니다. 특히 불안, 우울, 또한 학교를 어려워하는 아이들과 일을 하고 있습니다. 아동중심 놀이 치료를 통해서 힘든 일들을 겪은 아이들이 자존심과 자제력을 키울 수 있습니다. 저는 아이들이 놀이를 통해 본능적으로 자기 자신을 치유하고 성장할 수 있다는 걸 믿습니다.
My working model is positioned from a trauma informed, holistic, strength-based approach to understanding how we are able to cope with life and grow to be resilient. I base my clinical interventions in art therapy principles and both traditional / non-traditional approaches to understand clients' inner world and foster self-expression and trauma processing.
My working model is positioned from a trauma informed, holistic, strength-based approach to understanding how we are able to cope with life and grow to be resilient. I base my clinical interventions in art therapy principles and both traditional / non-traditional approaches to understand clients' inner world and foster self-expression and trauma processing.
As a 2nd generation Korean American who grew up in an immigrant family, I understand how cultural identity, family expectations, and systemic barriers can shape the way people see themselves and interact with the world.
I utilize a wide range of clinical approaches including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Somatic Experiencing, and Attachment-based approaches. I also utilize DBT, ACT, CBT and other evidence based approaches. I work collaboratively with my clients using different treatment methods that individually work for them.
As a 2nd generation Korean American who grew up in an immigrant family, I understand how cultural identity, family expectations, and systemic barriers can shape the way people see themselves and interact with the world.
I utilize a wide range of clinical approaches including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy (EFIT), Somatic Experiencing, and Attachment-based approaches. I also utilize DBT, ACT, CBT and other evidence based approaches. I work collaboratively with my clients using different treatment methods that individually work for them.
I provide treatment in English and Korean
My therapy approach is based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based (MBCT).
I provide treatment in English and Korean
My therapy approach is based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), and Mindfulness-Based (MBCT).
Additionally, I speak conversational Cantonese, basic Korean, and basic Japanese.
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of self-criticism, leading to persistent feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness? Do your emotions sometimes overwhelm you, resulting in reactions that feel disproportionate to the situation? Navigating relationships can become even more challenging when affected by family dynamics. Maybe you have been having concerns with relationships, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, career/school stress, life transitions, and self-harm. Perhaps you’ve become discouraged by your attempts to help yourself. That’s what I’m here for.
Additionally, I speak conversational Cantonese, basic Korean, and basic Japanese.
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of self-criticism, leading to persistent feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness? Do your emotions sometimes overwhelm you, resulting in reactions that feel disproportionate to the situation? Navigating relationships can become even more challenging when affected by family dynamics. Maybe you have been having concerns with relationships, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/ loss, career/school stress, life transitions, and self-harm. Perhaps you’ve become discouraged by your attempts to help yourself. That’s what I’m here for.
Starting therapy can be scary, especially if you come from a culture that encourages hiding or diminishing your feelings in an effort to appear strong. My own therapy journey has taught me that your emotions don't make you weak, but in fact, just make you human. My hope is to help you build a welcoming relationship with your emotions, and embrace all the parts that make you the beautiful and unique person you are.
Starting therapy can be scary, especially if you come from a culture that encourages hiding or diminishing your feelings in an effort to appear strong. My own therapy journey has taught me that your emotions don't make you weak, but in fact, just make you human. My hope is to help you build a welcoming relationship with your emotions, and embrace all the parts that make you the beautiful and unique person you are.
Our clients seek to understand and accept themselves and their life experiences. Together we will explore how your past is impacting your present, so you can ultimately move toward a better future.
Our clients seek to understand and accept themselves and their life experiences. Together we will explore how your past is impacting your present, so you can ultimately move toward a better future.
Everyone enters therapy with different goals. Whether a person is very clear on what they want to accomplish or still figuring things out, I encourage them to make choices at their own pace. I believe every person is the expert of their own experiences. I prioritize working with sick/mad/disabled, queer and trans people of color of all ages, but particularly late adolescents and emerging/young adults. I am affirming, sex and kink positive, and experienced in helping navigate poly & non-monogamous relationships. I also specialize in exploring and building skills/resources with neurodivergent individuals.
Everyone enters therapy with different goals. Whether a person is very clear on what they want to accomplish or still figuring things out, I encourage them to make choices at their own pace. I believe every person is the expert of their own experiences. I prioritize working with sick/mad/disabled, queer and trans people of color of all ages, but particularly late adolescents and emerging/young adults. I am affirming, sex and kink positive, and experienced in helping navigate poly & non-monogamous relationships. I also specialize in exploring and building skills/resources with neurodivergent individuals.
We can thrive in life and improve our mental health. Find the latest research and highly individualized treatment plans. This will set an eclectic approach from CBT to neurocounseling, so you can experience lasting wellness quickly.
We can thrive in life and improve our mental health. Find the latest research and highly individualized treatment plans. This will set an eclectic approach from CBT to neurocounseling, so you can experience lasting wellness quickly.
Ruri Kim
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LSW, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I also speak Korean.
I have provided a range of evidence-based treatments including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Trauma-Focused CBT, Parent Management Training, and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) program. Been an immigrant myself, I integrate a culturally responsive approach into an evidence-based framework.
I also speak Korean.
I have provided a range of evidence-based treatments including CBT, ACT, DBT, EMDR, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Trauma-Focused CBT, Parent Management Training, and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE) program. Been an immigrant myself, I integrate a culturally responsive approach into an evidence-based framework.
Struggling to stay positive or feeling especially anxious and irritable can have a profound impact on the quality of your life. Together we explore and practice constructive ways of coping with challenging emotions. My goal is to create a safe space that allows clients to identify with themselves and reach potential through modifying thoughts and behaviors. Also, I have a heart in multicultural work, which includes helping people adjusting to generational differences.
Struggling to stay positive or feeling especially anxious and irritable can have a profound impact on the quality of your life. Together we explore and practice constructive ways of coping with challenging emotions. My goal is to create a safe space that allows clients to identify with themselves and reach potential through modifying thoughts and behaviors. Also, I have a heart in multicultural work, which includes helping people adjusting to generational differences.
As a second-generation Korean American, I recognize the growing need for culturally sensitive therapists in oppressed communities.
I work within BIPOC communities to help with difficulties navigating ethnic and/or racial identity, past & present family dynamics, mood-related concerns, interpersonal relationships, neurodiversity, and overall emotional regulation. Throughout my career, I have seen how a safe therapeutic relationship creates space to explore one's self, family, and larger system in order to relearn ways of navigating life with culturally-informed self-determination. I use eclectic approaches to weave together different theories that create a custom-tailored treatment plan according to individual needs, backgrounds, strengths, goals, and more.
As a second-generation Korean American, I recognize the growing need for culturally sensitive therapists in oppressed communities.
I work within BIPOC communities to help with difficulties navigating ethnic and/or racial identity, past & present family dynamics, mood-related concerns, interpersonal relationships, neurodiversity, and overall emotional regulation. Throughout my career, I have seen how a safe therapeutic relationship creates space to explore one's self, family, and larger system in order to relearn ways of navigating life with culturally-informed self-determination. I use eclectic approaches to weave together different theories that create a custom-tailored treatment plan according to individual needs, backgrounds, strengths, goals, and more.
Tossing and turning in Illinois at 3 a.m.?
Chronic insomnia hitting hard—leaving you drained, brain-fogged, cranky, and barely functioning through work, family, or daily life?
You’re craving natural, pill-free rest: waking up refreshed, focused, and genuinely ready to crush the day.
You deserve lasting freedom from a racing mind, endless exhaustion, and those brutal sleep cycles—because solid sleep changes everything.
Tossing and turning in Illinois at 3 a.m.?
Chronic insomnia hitting hard—leaving you drained, brain-fogged, cranky, and barely functioning through work, family, or daily life?
You’re craving natural, pill-free rest: waking up refreshed, focused, and genuinely ready to crush the day.
You deserve lasting freedom from a racing mind, endless exhaustion, and those brutal sleep cycles—because solid sleep changes everything.
At Innovative Counseling Partners, we are passionate about helping individuals and families achieve greater emotional balance, personal growth, and lasting change. Our life's work is guiding clients toward a better sense of self, happiness, and resilience, especially during times of stress or transition. Our therapy style is supportive, direct, and empowering. Clients often say they feel seen, heard, and gently nudged toward growth. We work collaboratively with clients of all ages from children and teens to adults and families and tailor our methods to each person's unique needs and goals. We accept most private insurance!
At Innovative Counseling Partners, we are passionate about helping individuals and families achieve greater emotional balance, personal growth, and lasting change. Our life's work is guiding clients toward a better sense of self, happiness, and resilience, especially during times of stress or transition. Our therapy style is supportive, direct, and empowering. Clients often say they feel seen, heard, and gently nudged toward growth. We work collaboratively with clients of all ages from children and teens to adults and families and tailor our methods to each person's unique needs and goals. We accept most private insurance!
Welcome! I'm Mimi (Miyoung)
Take a moment to acknowledge you've taken the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest, starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time.
I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or self-care. I focus on helping clients develop assertive communication & boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life.
Welcome! I'm Mimi (Miyoung)
Take a moment to acknowledge you've taken the first step towards bettering your mental health because, let's be honest, starting therapy can be empowering, confusing, or scary, all at the same time.
I strive to create a safe and welcoming environment that allows clients to explore obstacles with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and/or self-care. I focus on helping clients develop assertive communication & boundaries with themselves and those around them that can help improve their quality of life.
At Innovative Counseling Partners, we are passionate about helping individuals and families achieve greater emotional balance, personal growth, and lasting change. Our life's work is guiding clients toward a better sense of self, happiness, and resilience, especially during times of stress or transition. Our therapy style is supportive, direct, and empowering. Clients often say they feel seen, heard, and gently nudged toward growth. We work collaboratively with clients of all ages from children and teens to adults and families and tailor our methods to each person's unique needs and goals. We accept most private insurance!
At Innovative Counseling Partners, we are passionate about helping individuals and families achieve greater emotional balance, personal growth, and lasting change. Our life's work is guiding clients toward a better sense of self, happiness, and resilience, especially during times of stress or transition. Our therapy style is supportive, direct, and empowering. Clients often say they feel seen, heard, and gently nudged toward growth. We work collaboratively with clients of all ages from children and teens to adults and families and tailor our methods to each person's unique needs and goals. We accept most private insurance!
As the child of Taiwanese and Korean immigrants, I’m conversational in Mandarin and Korean.
For as long as you can remember, you’ve been the one who holds it all together: the responsible one, the high-achiever, the bridge between worlds. You’ve learned to navigate spaces that weren’t built with you in mind. Somewhere along the way, you lost track of what you actually want. Having navigated high-intensity academic and corporate environments before becoming a therapist, I know the cost of sticking to a path while quietly being pulled elsewhere. Therapy with me offers a pause: a space to step back from the noise and listen to the voice underneath. Together, we’ll make room for a version of yourself that feels more whole.
As the child of Taiwanese and Korean immigrants, I’m conversational in Mandarin and Korean.
For as long as you can remember, you’ve been the one who holds it all together: the responsible one, the high-achiever, the bridge between worlds. You’ve learned to navigate spaces that weren’t built with you in mind. Somewhere along the way, you lost track of what you actually want. Having navigated high-intensity academic and corporate environments before becoming a therapist, I know the cost of sticking to a path while quietly being pulled elsewhere. Therapy with me offers a pause: a space to step back from the noise and listen to the voice underneath. Together, we’ll make room for a version of yourself that feels more whole.
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