Christine Shim , LCSW

Christine Shim is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and psychotherapist based in New York City with 10 years of professional experience in nonprofit organizations and the healthcare sector. She has supported a wide range of people - from teenagers and young adults navigating post-grad life and pre-parenthood transitions to older adults facing geriatric concerns - offering care for challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, triggering events, and major life changes.

Her therapeutic style is relatable, collaborative, solution-focused, and strength-based, drawing heavily from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Christine approaches each person as the expert of their own story and works at a pace determined by the individual, using practical strategies to shift unhelpful thought patterns and build effective coping skills. Therapy with her emphasizes exploration of thoughts, feelings, experiences, and relationships to uncover unconscious patterns that affect daily life.

Christine aims to create an individualized therapy experience that is genuine, respectful, and supportive, helping people leave sessions feeling more empowered and reinvigorated. She seeks to help clients develop insight and practical tools for managing stress, relationships, self-esteem, grief, trauma, and life transitions.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Christine Shim

Christine Shim integrates several practical, evidence-informed methods into her online practice to meet a range of needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching clear strategies for coping and problem solving. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness - it can be especially helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and building skills to manage overwhelming feelings. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client’s experience, offering a respectful, nonjudgmental space where individuals explore values, goals, and strengths to promote personal growth.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Christine will collaborate with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and together they will shape an approach that feels like the best fit. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work is relevant and practical.

Online therapy with Christine is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options allow therapy to fit into varied schedules and life situations, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and apply new skills between sessions.