Mo Kim is a licensed therapist based in Los Angeles County, California. He specializes in treating anxiety, depression, job stress, life transitions, men’s issues, and supporting Asian clients. Through active listening and personalized guidance, Mo utilizes evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy, to help clients overcome personal challenges and achieve meaningful growth. Mo is passionate about supporting individuals in reaching emotional well-being. He provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore emotions, fostering an environment of compassion, warmth, and humor where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Mo offers online therapy sessions with availability most weekdays from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
In our first session, my focus is on getting to know you—your background, what brings you to therapy, and what you hope to gain from the process. I’ll ask questions to better understand your concerns, current life circumstances, and any relevant history, while also giving you the space to share at your own pace. This session is about building a foundation of trust and safety, so you can feel comfortable opening up. I approach this with compassion, warmth, and humor, and I aim to create a supportive, non-judgmental space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered from the very beginning.
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
One of my greatest strengths as a provider is my ability to create a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel truly seen and heard. I build strong therapeutic relationships based on trust, empathy, and respect, which I believe are essential for meaningful progress. I’m also highly attuned to each client’s unique needs and experiences, allowing me to tailor my approach using evidence-based techniques like CBT, DBT, and Solution-Focused Therapy. My ability to combine clinical expertise with genuine human connection helps clients feel supported, empowered, and motivated to create lasting change.
Describe the client(s) you are best positioned to serve.
I'm here to support adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, work-related stress, life transitions, and men’s issues. Many of my clients are high-functioning individuals who appear to have things under control externally but feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally drained on the inside. I work especially well with those who are seeking a space to process their experiences, manage stress more effectively, and gain tools to improve their overall emotional well-being. Whether you're adjusting to a new chapter in life, dealing with burnout, or looking to better understand yourself, I strive to provide compassionate, practical support tailored to your needs.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I often use CBT to help clients develop insight into the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Many individuals come to therapy feeling stuck in negative thought patterns that fuel anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. With CBT, I guide clients in identifying these unhelpful beliefs and work collaboratively to reframe them into more balanced, constructive perspectives. This process helps clients gain greater emotional clarity, make healthier choices, and respond to life’s challenges with more confidence and resilience.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
DBT is especially useful for clients struggling with intense emotions, relationship difficulties, or impulsive behaviors. I incorporate DBT skills—such as mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness—into sessions to help clients increase their emotional awareness and coping abilities. These tools empower clients to navigate difficult situations with greater stability and self-control, while also fostering more meaningful and respectful connections with others.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
I use Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients identify and build on their existing strengths, even when they may feel overwhelmed or discouraged. This approach is goal-oriented and emphasizes what is working, rather than focusing solely on problems. By exploring previous successes and envisioning desired outcomes, clients begin to see that change is possible. I find this method especially helpful for clients seeking clarity during life transitions or those who are looking for practical steps forward.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
At the core of my work is a person-centered approach, which emphasizes empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard. I believe that clients are the experts of their own lives, and my role is to provide a safe, supportive environment where you feel truly heard and respected. This approach allows me to build a strong therapeutic alliance rooted in trust and compassion, creating space for genuine self-exploration and growth. I meet clients where they are and honor their pace, helping them feel empowered to make meaningful changes from a place of self-acceptance.