Sung Jae Shin

Sung Jae Shin is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or alone. He supports those dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship struggles, and shifts that come with major life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Korean and he practices in New York.

He invites clients to speak honestly about their thoughts and feelings without judgment. The first steps focus on understanding what matters most to the person and what small, practical changes might help. He uses clear, direct conversation to set manageable goals and track progress over time.

Over five years of practice, he has worked with people facing mood concerns, panic attacks, social anxiety, and issues tied to guilt, shame, or a weakened sense of purpose. His approach blends practical problem solving with attention to values and motivation. This helps people move toward actions that match their goals.

In sessions he leans on techniques from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to guide conversations and plan steps forward. Those methods are used to reduce distressing symptoms and build more helpful habits. He avoids jargon and explains tools in plain language.

People who are coping with isolation or loneliness may find a steady space to be heard and practice new ways to connect. To begin, prospective clients use the site's Start Therapy flow and a short matching questionnaire to schedule based on the therapist's availability.

How these approaches shape online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on clarifying personal values and taking committed action even when hard feelings are present. It helps people who feel stuck or unsure about life purpose find directions that matter to them.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It teaches practical strategies to reduce anxiety, manage panic symptoms, and break unhelpful thinking patterns.

Motivational Interviewing centers on strengthening a person's own motivation to change. It is useful when someone feels conflicted about taking steps forward or needs help building momentum for new habits.

Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide what fits their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying methods, checking in on what helps, and adjusting plans together.

Because session formats are not specified in the biography, confirm the available online options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce the time spent traveling. Therapists can guide practical homework, model communication skills, and track progress between meetings to help change carry into everyday routines.