Korean-Speaking Therapists in Naperville, IL
I am a second-generation Korean American born and raised in Southern California.
Generally, I address your distress and functioning through an integrative approach that incorporates aspects of interpersonal therapy (IPT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) while being encapsulated by systems theory to best understand your multifaceted concerns.
I am a second-generation Korean American born and raised in Southern California.
Generally, I address your distress and functioning through an integrative approach that incorporates aspects of interpersonal therapy (IPT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) while being encapsulated by systems theory to best understand your multifaceted concerns.
I can provide therapy both in English and in Korean.
My understanding of clients comes from my diverse interests and experience. I initially studied human memory and language processing, and received the Ph.D. in cognitive psychology at the University of Chicago. After gaining diverse experience as a researcher, faculty, consultant, and a full-time mother raising two children in different countries, I decided to work with clients and became a clinical psychologist. I believe therapy is a process of growth in which a client and a therapist collaborate with each other. I strive to provide safe and caring environment where clients can explore their potential to grow.
I can provide therapy both in English and in Korean.
My understanding of clients comes from my diverse interests and experience. I initially studied human memory and language processing, and received the Ph.D. in cognitive psychology at the University of Chicago. After gaining diverse experience as a researcher, faculty, consultant, and a full-time mother raising two children in different countries, I decided to work with clients and became a clinical psychologist. I believe therapy is a process of growth in which a client and a therapist collaborate with each other. I strive to provide safe and caring environment where clients can explore their potential to grow.
If you're ready for transformation, know that help is closer than you may think. Going deep in my personal healing has played a critical role in my capacity to help individuals and families suffering with physical and emotional pain. I enjoy hosting "Heal The Healer" training and classes that support therapists, artists, athletes, and helping professionals. I look forward to the opportunity to connect with you.
If you're ready for transformation, know that help is closer than you may think. Going deep in my personal healing has played a critical role in my capacity to help individuals and families suffering with physical and emotional pain. I enjoy hosting "Heal The Healer" training and classes that support therapists, artists, athletes, and helping professionals. I look forward to the opportunity to connect with you.
As a Korean-American, I understand the cultural dynamics in mental health and can empathize with the various challenges associated with them.
I have a passion for guiding people through various stages of life from the teenage years to the golden years. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate their way of living when emotional, mental, spiritual, and relational problems are too much to handle on their own. You do not have to work through these things on your own!
As a Korean-American, I understand the cultural dynamics in mental health and can empathize with the various challenges associated with them.
I have a passion for guiding people through various stages of life from the teenage years to the golden years. I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families navigate their way of living when emotional, mental, spiritual, and relational problems are too much to handle on their own. You do not have to work through these things on your own!
Do you feel anxious, burdened by shame, or stuck in painful relationship patterns despite your insight? I work with adults especially first- and second-generation immigrants navigating cultural identity, family expectations, and intergenerational trauma. Many clients carry guilt, anger, or internal conflict shaped by cultural and family legacies. Using an IFS approach, I help you compassionately understand and unburden parts carrying these wounds so you can experience greater clarity, emotional freedom, and grounded Self-leadership in your life and relationships.
Please read more about my therapeutic approach on my website.
Do you feel anxious, burdened by shame, or stuck in painful relationship patterns despite your insight? I work with adults especially first- and second-generation immigrants navigating cultural identity, family expectations, and intergenerational trauma. Many clients carry guilt, anger, or internal conflict shaped by cultural and family legacies. Using an IFS approach, I help you compassionately understand and unburden parts carrying these wounds so you can experience greater clarity, emotional freedom, and grounded Self-leadership in your life and relationships.
Please read more about my therapeutic approach on my website.
Services offered in English & Korean.
As humans, we are inherently social beings who thrive on emotional connection. Many of the individuals, couples, and families I work with feel stuck in recurring patterns—whether that looks like anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, emotional disconnection, or the effects of painful life experiences. While these challenges may feel like isolated problems, I believe they often make more sense when understood within the context of our relationships, family experiences, and environments. Together, we identify and change the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, creating opportunities for meaningful and lasting change.
Services offered in English & Korean.
As humans, we are inherently social beings who thrive on emotional connection. Many of the individuals, couples, and families I work with feel stuck in recurring patterns—whether that looks like anxiety, depression, relationship conflict, emotional disconnection, or the effects of painful life experiences. While these challenges may feel like isolated problems, I believe they often make more sense when understood within the context of our relationships, family experiences, and environments. Together, we identify and change the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, creating opportunities for meaningful and lasting change.
Comprehensive Treatment, Convenient Hours, and Responsive Care: As one of patients, you will receive an individually tailored treatment plan informed by both my understanding of your symptoms and your essential input. I offer a safe and confidential environment along with flexible office hours to cater to your ongoing treatment needs.
Comprehensive Treatment, Convenient Hours, and Responsive Care: As one of patients, you will receive an individually tailored treatment plan informed by both my understanding of your symptoms and your essential input. I offer a safe and confidential environment along with flexible office hours to cater to your ongoing treatment needs.
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좀처럼 익숙해지지 않는 타국에서의 생활이 외롭고 지치시나요? 문화 차이로 인해 자녀들 혹은 부모님과 소통하는데 어려움을 겪고 계신가요? 혹은 부부관계가 원만하지 않아 마음고생 하고 계신가요? 한인 상담가로서 여러 정신건강 문제와 관계 문제를 겪고 계시는 이민자분들 그리고 한국계 미국인 분들께 영어와 한국어로 상담 서비스를 제공해드리고 있습니다.
좀처럼 익숙해지지 않는 타국에서의 생활이 외롭고 지치시나요? 문화 차이로 인해 자녀들 혹은 부모님과 소통하는데 어려움을 겪고 계신가요? 혹은 부부관계가 원만하지 않아 마음고생 하고 계신가요? 한인 상담가로서 여러 정신건강 문제와 관계 문제를 겪고 계시는 이민자분들 그리고 한국계 미국인 분들께 영어와 한국어로 상담 서비스를 제공해드리고 있습니다.
가끔은 누구나 혼자가 아니라 누군가와 함께 걸어가고 싶을 때가 있습니다. 여러분 회복의 여정에 동반자가 되고자 합니다.
가끔은 누구나 혼자가 아니라 누군가와 함께 걸어가고 싶을 때가 있습니다. 여러분 회복의 여정에 동반자가 되고자 합니다.
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.
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.
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.
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.
저는 캘리포니아 및 일리노이주 공인심리학자이며, 한국상담심리학회 1급 전문가로서 Korean/ Korean American 들의 스트레스, 트라우마, 불안, 우울, 소진, 완벽주의, 관계갈등 등을 전문으로 상담합니다
저는 이화여대에서 학사와 석사를 하고, 뉴욕주립대에서 상담심리학으로 박사를 했으며, 조지워싱턴대학교에서 박사후 과정을 마친뒤, 여러 주에서 상담경험이 있는 정통훈련과정을 거친 상담심리 전문가 입니다. 첫 세션은 1시간동안 통합적이고 꼼꼼한 측정이 이루어집니다. 현재 고민하고 있는 부분 뿐만 아니라, 가족관계, 건강 히스토리, 트라우마,직업 및 인간관계 등 통합적인 관점에서 연결고리를 살펴보게 됩니다. 그 결과에 따라 앞으로의 상담 세션에서 어떤 부분을 목표로 할 것인지, 내담자와 함께 협동적으로 계획을 세우게 됩니다. 다년간의 연구와 실제상담 장면에서 증명된 개입법을 토대로, 개개인의 상황에 맞는 치료적 접근과 기법들이 사용될 것입니다.
저는 캘리포니아 및 일리노이주 공인심리학자이며, 한국상담심리학회 1급 전문가로서 Korean/ Korean American 들의 스트레스, 트라우마, 불안, 우울, 소진, 완벽주의, 관계갈등 등을 전문으로 상담합니다
저는 이화여대에서 학사와 석사를 하고, 뉴욕주립대에서 상담심리학으로 박사를 했으며, 조지워싱턴대학교에서 박사후 과정을 마친뒤, 여러 주에서 상담경험이 있는 정통훈련과정을 거친 상담심리 전문가 입니다. 첫 세션은 1시간동안 통합적이고 꼼꼼한 측정이 이루어집니다. 현재 고민하고 있는 부분 뿐만 아니라, 가족관계, 건강 히스토리, 트라우마,직업 및 인간관계 등 통합적인 관점에서 연결고리를 살펴보게 됩니다. 그 결과에 따라 앞으로의 상담 세션에서 어떤 부분을 목표로 할 것인지, 내담자와 함께 협동적으로 계획을 세우게 됩니다. 다년간의 연구와 실제상담 장면에서 증명된 개입법을 토대로, 개개인의 상황에 맞는 치료적 접근과 기법들이 사용될 것입니다.
Psychological Evaluations for Immigration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Chicago, IL 60610
Are you looking for a high-quality psychological evaluation for your immigration case? Immigration psychological evaluations are the sole focus of our work, including VAWA, hardship waivers, U visas, T visas, asylum, and cancellation of removal. Over the past 10 years, our licensed evaluating therapist has independently completed 400+ immigration evaluations and supervised hundreds more, with involvement in nearly 1,000 immigration-related cases overall. Our work is informed by extensive experience, ongoing collaboration with immigration attorneys, and close attention to current USCIS standards and adjudicatory expectations.
Are you looking for a high-quality psychological evaluation for your immigration case? Immigration psychological evaluations are the sole focus of our work, including VAWA, hardship waivers, U visas, T visas, asylum, and cancellation of removal. Over the past 10 years, our licensed evaluating therapist has independently completed 400+ immigration evaluations and supervised hundreds more, with involvement in nearly 1,000 immigration-related cases overall. Our work is informed by extensive experience, ongoing collaboration with immigration attorneys, and close attention to current USCIS standards and adjudicatory expectations.
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!
Home Psych Services, P.C. is perfectly suited for clients looking for integrated behavioral healthcare where they can receive counseling, neuropsychological testing, and psychotropic medication management all under one roof with seamless coordination of care. Our ideal client is looking for a provider who will serve as a partner in change - respecting their unique goals and providing expert guidance to achieve these goals. Our clients appreciate that we use evidence-based treatment protocols and respect and honor diversity in our clients.
Home Psych Services, P.C. is perfectly suited for clients looking for integrated behavioral healthcare where they can receive counseling, neuropsychological testing, and psychotropic medication management all under one roof with seamless coordination of care. Our ideal client is looking for a provider who will serve as a partner in change - respecting their unique goals and providing expert guidance to achieve these goals. Our clients appreciate that we use evidence-based treatment protocols and respect and honor diversity in our clients.
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!
I provide therapy in Korean and English, allowing clients to communicate with depth and emotional clarity in their preferred language.
My ideal clients are immigrants, adults, couples, and families navigating complex life transitions while balancing cultural expectations, intergenerational dynamics, and personal values. Many are high-functioning, responsible, and deeply committed to their families or faith, yet feel emotionally exhausted or stuck, which manifests in symptoms of anxiety, depression, or chronic stress. I will help clients gain relief, clarity, and forward momentum through therapy.
I hold a PhD from the University of Chicago, an MSW from Norfolk State University, and a Master of Divinity from Loyola University Chicago.
I provide therapy in Korean and English, allowing clients to communicate with depth and emotional clarity in their preferred language.
My ideal clients are immigrants, adults, couples, and families navigating complex life transitions while balancing cultural expectations, intergenerational dynamics, and personal values. Many are high-functioning, responsible, and deeply committed to their families or faith, yet feel emotionally exhausted or stuck, which manifests in symptoms of anxiety, depression, or chronic stress. I will help clients gain relief, clarity, and forward momentum through therapy.
I hold a PhD from the University of Chicago, an MSW from Norfolk State University, and a Master of Divinity from Loyola University Chicago.
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.
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