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- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Sung
Sung Jae Shin, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), is licensed in New York and has five years of professional experience. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and life changes. His stated approach is to create an open environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.
Sung Jae uses straightforward conversation and goal-focused work to address everyday difficulties. He draws on methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients notice unhelpful patterns, try new responses, and build motivation for change. Sessions often include talking through specific situations and practicing small, practical steps between meetings.
He pays attention to common issues such as communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, panic attacks, and concerns about life purpose. He also works on social anxiety and building self-love and confidence. The emphasis is on skills people can use in daily life to reduce distress and improve how they relate to others.
Sessions are offered in English and Korean. Sung Jae accepts international clients. He notes that deciding to start therapy takes courage and aims to provide steady support as clients take those first steps toward change.
Clients who want to begin are asked to use the site process to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The therapist uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
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Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on values and small actions that align with what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going. It breaks problems into manageable steps and uses practice to change unhelpful patterns. Motivational Interviewing supports a person’s own reasons for change through guided conversation and reflective listening.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with clients to identify which methods match their goals and preferences. This is an active process that may change as needs become clearer.
Confirm the current session options before booking. The practical aim of online sessions is to fit therapy into everyday life. People often find it easier to make time for meetings, manage shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can use these sessions to teach skills, review progress, and set actions to try between appointments.
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Areas of expertise
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Korean
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he focus on?
He works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include panic attacks, social anxiety, guilt, loneliness, and life purpose.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
He uses practical, talk-based work drawing on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Sessions focus on noticing patterns, practicing new responses, and setting small, doable goals.
How long has he been practicing?
He has five years of professional experience as a clinician.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Korean.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes. He accepts international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time and cost varies with location.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.