David Kim
LMFT, 3 years of experience
New to Grow
About me
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I enjoy working with individuals and couples and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and relational/marital issues. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I usually use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Client-Centered Therapy, as both modalities help the client and I have a shared understanding and approach to the client's treatment goals.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
What my clients can expect in our first session together is for us to spend the majority of our time talking about how clients got to where they're at in their lives. I will be asking questions to better understand where my clients are coming from in all aspects, and the first session is all about building the initial connection.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My greatest strengths are my calm, gentle, accommodating, and personal presence. I want my clients to feel safe and comfortable talking with me about anything, and I can be a very good listener who feels very caring and accepting.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My therapeutic style and approach are a good fit for young adults, individuals, and couples who may be struggling with the challenges of life, mental health well-being, and relational/marital issues for couples. I put much effort into helping my clients navigate through these difficult chapters and build skills to allow them to feel better about themselves and develop a more positive outlook on life.
Specialties
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My treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I like to use CBT as one of my treatment methods as it focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and makes it simple, concrete, and easy for my clients to understand which allows them to actively participate in their treatment by making changes.
Couples Counseling
I really enjoy working with couples using different approaches such as Gottman or EFT to help identify root issues in their relationship and go along side the couple as their guide, challenger, and support in reaching their goals.