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Candace Shim

Candace Shim

LMHC
25 years of experience
Empowering
Warm
Solution oriented
Virtual

Parents, teens, and young adults, that are currently facing with many different challenges, that are unique to their generation and our post pandemic times. It can be overwhelming to feel there is no light at the end of the tunnel, and no one understands. Don't struggle in silence or alone. Instead of searching for what is "wrong" with clients, I work to find the strengths and power of client to begin the healing journey. I work with teen, college students, and adults. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified School Counselor, and Life Coach; I offer an inclusive, warm, and positive environment to guide clients through the process of creating the life they want. I believe that with the right tools and support everyone has the power to radically make positive changes in their lives. You deserve a happy and peaceful home. Let me help guide you, teens, and your family on your path to creating positive, tranquil, and thriving relationships for life. If you are ready to commit to bringing powerful ,positive change to your family, contact me today.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

Our first session will explore the issues and challenges that led you to seek counseling. We will create a plan to address these needs and how to build your self-confidence, set goals, and work on positive outcomes.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I have been working with clients that are struggling wit anxiety, life tranisitions, self esteem, and healthy relationships. I enjoy working with teens on increasing school motivation and performance, school based anxiety, and improving friendship and social skills. College students who are dealing with anxiety and life tranisitions. Parent in the life stage of empty nesting, I enjoy working with parents who are struggling with this life tranistion get back to who they are and find their purpose after the kids leave home.

About Candace Shim

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Licensed in

Appointments

Virtual

My treatment methods

Person-centered (Rogerian)

As a person-centered therapist, my approach is focused on creating a supportive, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment that facilitates the client's self-exploration, personal growth, and self-determined path toward healing and well-being.

Positive Psychology

In my practice, positive psychology is not about ignoring problems or difficulties but about balancing the focus between challenges and the positive aspects of life. It's a holistic approach that aims to foster a more rounded, fulfilling human experience.

Trauma Informed Care

Trauma-informed care is about creating a supportive environment where clients feel safe, heard, and respected, and where their experiences of trauma are acknowledged and addressed as a central part of their healing and recovery process.