- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and trauma
- Acceptance and ACT
About Sung
Dr. Sung Ho Kim is a NY Psychoanalyst with 30 years of clinical experience based in New York. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. He also addresses related concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and body image.
He uses a mix of well-established approaches to help people untangle what feels overwhelming. Sessions focus on clear, practical steps as well as understanding patterns that keep repeating. Conversations look at how past relational patterns affect current choices and emotions.
In practice he draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to work on thoughts and actions that get in the way of daily functioning. Attachment-based ideas guide work on relationship patterns and how early experiences shape expectations of others. Client-centered methods keep the conversation focused on each person’s goals and pace.
He works in English and Korean and has experience with people from diverse backgrounds. People often come for help after a major life change, when they feel stuck, or when grief and loss make next steps unclear. He supports practical coping skills alongside deeper understanding of recurring problems.
Sessions combine active problem solving with reflective conversation. The aim is to help people notice what keeps repeating, try different behaviors, and evaluate what works. Prospective clients who want to proceed are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and commit to actions that match their values. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and feeling stuck when decisions feel unclear. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and gives concrete strategies to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with daily challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current expectations and reactions in close relationships and is helpful when relationship patterns or abandonment concerns are central.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss these methods with each person and decide together which mix fits their goals and situation. That collaborative process helps match practical skill-building to deeper relationship work.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people keep continuity of care across locations when international clients are involved.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Korean
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he focus on?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, plus related issues such as attachment and caregiver stress.
How would he approach feeling stuck or directionless?
He combines talk work with practical actions, using approaches that look at thoughts, behavior, and relationship patterns to help clarify next steps.
What is his professional background?
He has 30 years of clinical experience and practices as a NY Psychoanalyst.
Where is his practice based?
He is based in New York and holds the credential NY Psychoanalyst 000245.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Korean.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm logistics and time zones when arranging sessions.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.