Hi! My name is Crystal Kim (she/her/hers) and I’m a Korean American licensed therapist (LCSW #118672).

As a trauma-focused and EMDR trained therapist, I recognize that trauma can have a profound impact on a person’s life. Certain trauma can often feel like an invisible wound, where you may have been misunderstood or invalidated by even your loved ones. This may have led you to dismiss your own feelings, avoid connection/intimacy with others, people-please, or heavily distract yourself to the point where you don't even recognize yourself anymore.

In order to find healing in your life, it is so important to learn how to be transparent with yourself. But in more ways than one, that can feel challenging and all too vulnerable. To guide you through this, I hope to remind you of these truths:

• You can be human and take up space.

• Your vulnerability can be a strength rather than a weakness.

• You have the strength to process overwhelming emotions, you just need the right tools to support you.

Being honest with yourself is a lifelong journey, but it’s often easier when you have someone witness these truths with you. I would be honored to hold space for you and help you reclaim your life.