Dr. Sung Ho Kim, NY Psychoanalyst 000245
Integrative psychoanalyst supporting growth and resilience
- 30 years experience
- English and Korean
- Stress and relationships
About Dr. Sung Ho Kim
Dr. Sung Ho Kim is a New York licensed psychoanalyst (NY Psychoanalyst 000245) with 30 years of clinical experience helping individuals navigate a wide range of life challenges. His work is grounded in a holistic, integrative perspective that supports people facing stress and anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and grief.
He offers a steady, supportive space for clients to better understand complicated emotions and patterns, including concerns related to self-love, communication, social anxiety, life purpose, and personal growth. Dr. Kim brings a consistent commitment to honoring each person’s lived experience, with attention to multicultural perspectives and the personal stories that shape how difficulties are felt and expressed.
His practice also addresses challenges that can arise at work, in relationships, and during major transitions. Across concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain, illness and disability, aging and geriatric issues, blended family dynamics, and codependency, he focuses on helping clients strengthen coping skills, build emotional resilience, and deepen self-understanding. Dr. Kim provides therapy in English and Korean, supporting clients who are seeking culturally sensitive, individualized care aligned with their goals.
He offers a steady, supportive space for clients to better understand complicated emotions and patterns, including concerns related to self-love, communication, social anxiety, life purpose, and personal growth. Dr. Kim brings a consistent commitment to honoring each person’s lived experience, with attention to multicultural perspectives and the personal stories that shape how difficulties are felt and expressed.
His practice also addresses challenges that can arise at work, in relationships, and during major transitions. Across concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic pain, illness and disability, aging and geriatric issues, blended family dynamics, and codependency, he focuses on helping clients strengthen coping skills, build emotional resilience, and deepen self-understanding. Dr. Kim provides therapy in English and Korean, supporting clients who are seeking culturally sensitive, individualized care aligned with their goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Sung Ho Kim have?
Dr. Sung Ho Kim has 30 years of experience.
Is Dr. Sung Ho Kim a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Sung Ho Kim holds the credential NY Psychoanalyst 000245, which indicates licensure as a psychoanalyst in New York (NY Psychoanalyst 000245).
In which languages does Dr. Sung Ho Kim provide therapy?
Dr. Sung Ho Kim provides therapy in English and Korean.
Where is Dr. Sung Ho Kim located?
Dr. Sung Ho Kim is located in New York.
How can I work with Dr. Sung Ho Kim as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Sung Ho Kim through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Sung Ho Kim work with international clients?
Yes. Dr. Sung Ho Kim works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Sung Ho Kim cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Thoughtful Therapy Approaches, Made Accessible Online
Dr. Sung Ho Kim draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted to online therapy while staying focused on each client’s goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact, and develop practical skills for challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) supports people in making room for difficult feelings while strengthening actions that align with personal values, which can be especially helpful during life transitions, grief, or ongoing stress. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationships shape emotional needs and connection, offering a useful lens for concerns like abandonment, communication difficulties, and intimacy challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dr. Kim collaborates with clients to clarify what they want from therapy, what has or has not helped before, and what fits their preferences. The work can shift over time as needs change, with therapy tailored to the client’s pace and priorities.
Online therapy can make it easier to get consistent support from New York and beyond. Sessions may take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, travel, and different comfort levels with communication.