Cloe Kim, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Cloe!

I'm a bilingual Korean-speaking and bicultural therapist passionate about helping individuals reach their full potential and become a better version of themselves. I assist clients with life skill development and positive coping skill practice so they can thrive and self-sustain by finding their own strength.

My focus

I work predominantly with adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, role transition, work stress, family conflict, grief and loss, attachment issues, emotional abuse, codependency, domestic abuse, abandonment, guilt, immigration, and other life stressors.

My approach

I provide empathetic support by taking a holistic approach with CBT, life coaching skills, and strength-based theory. This combination helps clients build awareness, develop practical tools, and discover their inner resources for lasting change.

My communication style

My communication style is calm, supportive, inviting, safe, compassionate, and warm. I create an environment of trust so clients can explore and process the past as the first step to healing and learn to focus on the future with hope. I utilize active listening, supportive reflection, and attentive analysis.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've always had a passion for people in need, which perfectly fits my work as a clinical social worker. As an immigrant, I've navigated new languages, cultures, and systems. I love working with people from many different cultures, languages, ethnicities, and backgrounds.

My goals for you

I meet clients halfway and focus on their needs. We discover and explore the origins of life issues and how they affect daily activities and relationships so clients can stop unhealthy patterns and create awareness. I incorporate psychoeducation, grounding techniques, coaching, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques.

Our first session

During our first session, you can expect to feel heard, express your needs, and discuss immediate challenges causing distress in a safe therapeutic setting. I'll explore your expectations for future sessions and gather background information so we can build a great rapport together.

I identify as...

Female
Asian
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Attachment-based

Christian Counseling

Dialectical (DBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Humanistic

Mindfulness-Based

Motivational Interviewing

Music Therapy

Psychoanalytic

Reality Therapy

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

Educators

Racial Justice

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Florida Blue
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English, Korean

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from University of Southern California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Cloe Kim