About

I'm Rachel Kim, a licensed clinical social worker. My therapeutic approach is grounded in strength-based and attachment-focused therapies, tailored to each person's unique needs. With a warm and collaborative style, I emphasize creating a comfortable space for clients to explore their past and how it affects current thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and relationships. My practice focuses on balancing processing, teaching new skills, and understanding how to change current patterns that no longer serve you. My approach In my approach to providing therapy, I integrate attachment-focused, strengths-based, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques. Attachment-focused therapy forms the foundation of my work, as I emphasize creating a secure therapeutic relationship where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. By nurturing a strong connection, I assist clients in understanding how their early attachment patterns may influence their present relationships and emotional responses. Furthermore, I employ a strengths-based perspective, recognizing and building upon the strengths and resources within each individual. By highlighting these positive aspects, I help clients cultivate a sense of empowerment, resilience, and agency throughout their therapeutic journey. I believe that there must be a balance between discussing areas of improvement and personal strengths while processing. Incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, I collaborate with clients to identify and reframe negative thought patterns and behaviors that may contribute to distress. Through CBT techniques, clients learn practical skills to manage their emotions, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and develop healthier coping strategies. By weaving together these different theoretical approaches, we can dive into your past experiences, tap into your specific strengths, and provide you with practical tools to smoothly navigate challenges and foster your personal growth.