- ACT and CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- English and Korean
About Sung
Sung Jae Shin is a New York licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with five years of professional experience. He works with adults who are carrying stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship strains, and the weight of big life changes. He also addresses communication problems, isolation and loneliness, shame and guilt, and panic symptoms.
In sessions he focuses on practical steps people can use right away. He listens to what matters most and helps identify small changes that can reduce overwhelm. Conversations often cover how thoughts and actions interact, and how values can guide clearer choices.
His approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at patterns of thinking and behavior. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find internal reasons to try new strategies. These methods are used to work through stuck feelings rather than to label them.
Sung Jae aims to make sessions straightforward and without jargon. He encourages clients to notice what helps and what gets in the way, then practices skills in-session that can be tried between meetings. Progress is tracked in concrete ways so people can see what changes over time.
Sung Jae offers sessions in English and Korean and works with people who are navigating guilt or shame related to family, relationships, faith, or past actions. Before booking, people should confirm current session options and scheduling details.
How his approaches are used in remote sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and pick actions that fit their values. It is often used when shame or guilt get in the way of moving forward. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors keep problems going and teaches concrete skills to change them. Motivational Interviewing supports people who feel stuck or unsure about change by clarifying their own reasons to try something different.Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will discuss options with each person and decide together which methods to try based on goals and preferences. The therapist treats this as a collaborative process where adjustments are expected if something does not fit.
The practical benefits of meeting online are about fitting therapy into life. Confirm the session formats before booking so you know what kinds of meetings are available. Online work can make it easier to schedule around work or caregiving, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to practice skills, review experiments, and maintain steady support while life is busy.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Korean
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, and panic symptoms.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He uses approaches that look at thoughts, behaviors, and values to reduce the hold of shame and guilt. Sessions involve noticing patterns and practicing small changes rather than moral judgements.
What is his clinical background?
He has five years of professional experience working with adults on mood, anxiety, relationship, and motivation challenges. That experience shapes a practical, problem-focused style.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a New York LCSW and practices from New York. Use the platform information to confirm how that relates to your situation.
In which languages can I work with him?
Sessions are offered in English and Korean. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current online session options before booking. The platform's listing will show available ways to meet.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the platform details for pricing based on your region.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you and lets you pick a time to start.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.