Dr. Maria Kim , LMFT, LMHC

Dr. Maria Kim is a marriage and family therapist with a doctoral degree in expressive therapies and more than 10 years of clinical experience as a psychotherapist and art therapist. She holds a Ph.D. in expressive therapies, is an ATR-BC (a board-certified registered art therapist), and is credentialed as an LMFT - a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. Her training blends clinical theory with creative practice, giving her a wide range of tools for helping people navigate life transitions and emotional challenges.

She has worked with people facing depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, family conflicts, parenting concerns, ADHD, and other life challenges, and has guided many individuals who are interested in exploring art therapy as part of their healing process. Her counseling style is described as warm and interactive, with an emphasis on treating each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion rather than labeling or stigmatizing them.

Dr. Kim integrates cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic approaches, and she designs conversations and treatment plans to meet each client’s specific needs. She trusts in each person’s capacity to discover insight and resilience, and she aims to support and empower clients as they take steps toward a more fulfilling life. She looks forward to working with those ready to begin that journey.

Integrating Expressive and Evidence-Based Approaches Online

Dr. Maria Kim draws on several established therapeutic methods to support clients in an online setting. Cognitive-behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns by teaching practical skills and strategies. Expressive and art-based therapy invites creative exploration through drawing, painting, or other media to deepen emotional insight and process experiences that can be difficult to put into words; this approach can be helpful for grief, trauma, and emotional regulation. Humanistic therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and the client’s own capacity for growth, supporting self-esteem and personal meaning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Kim works collaboratively with clients to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. Clients can expect a partnership in which therapist and client explore what works best together.

Online therapy with Dr. Kim offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and communication styles. These options make it possible to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations while maintaining consistent, ongoing care that fits into everyday life.