Hello!
I'm Eric Kim
CA$140.00
CA$140.00
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Narrative Counsellor working within the Queer+ and BIPOC Community
π¨π» Man, 30 - 50
π Pronouns: He/Him
π£οΈ Languages: English
π Location: GTA
π΅ Hourly Rate: $140
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About me
Style & Approach
My belief is that everyone has a story to tell, but a lot of us are unable to tell it our own way. We use language that may not fit us, or we believe that we shouldn't discuss our problems. We may believe that sharing our problems out loud shows that we are weak or that something is wrong with us. My job is to change the narrative of how we see ourselves and to help break the chains of silence. Clients make the tough decision to share difficult feelings, and sometimes shameful feelings. My role is to make the process comfortable and non-judgemental in order to facilitate a process of change. I use psycho-education to draw connections between the client's symptoms and the client's experiences. I collaborate with clients to develop strength-based coping and develop safety so that clients can begin to work outside of their comfort zones. Clients develop a greater understanding of their mental health, come out with practical skills to address these issues, and begin to build confidence in themselves and a greater sense of hope for their futures. My eclectic approach to narrative therapy has allowed me to work with clients to manage anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, and parenting concerns.
I rely on my clients to inform me about the importance and nuances of their identity so that I do not perpetuate stereotypes and/or misunderstandings. I take it upon myself to expand my knowledge of the Queer+, Polycule, and Kink communities so I am comfortable addressing concerns within these communities. My clients have allowed me to foster a fruitful relationship with the Queer+, BIPOC and other marginalized communities.
Qualifications:
I have a Master's in Counselling Psychology from the Adler University in Vancouver, BC. My education has allowed me to see mental health systems and how they operate in Australia and also within the provinces of Ontario and British Columbia. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Additionally, I am certified in acute trauma specific training. I am in the process of receiving certification in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. In individual therapy I primarily use Narrative Therapy, but I also integrate the following methods of therapy: Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, Functional Analytic Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
My belief is that everyone has a story to tell, but a lot of us are unable to tell it our own way. We use language that may not fit us, or we believe that we shouldn't discuss our problems. We may believe that sharing our problems out loud shows that we are weak or that something is wrong with us. My job is to change the narrative of how we see ourselves and to help break the chains of silence. Clients make the tough decision to share difficult feelings, and sometimes shameful feelings. My role is to make the process comfortable and non-judgemental in order to facilitate a process of change. I use psycho-education to draw connections between the client's symptoms and the client's experiences. I collaborate with clients to develop strength-based coping and develop safety so that clients can begin to work outside of their comfort zones. Clients develop a greater understanding of their mental health, come out with practical skills to address these issues, and begin to build confidence in themselves and a greater sense of hope for their futures. My eclectic approach to narrative therapy has allowed me to work with clients to manage anxiety, panic attacks, depression, grief, and parenting concerns.
I rely on my clients to inform me about the importance and nuances of their identity so that I do not perpetuate stereotypes and/or misunderstandings. I take it upon myself to expand my knowledge of the Queer+, Polycule, and Kink communities so I am comfortable addressing concerns within these communities. My clients have allowed me to foster a fruitful relationship with the Queer+, BIPOC and other marginalized communities.
Qualifications:
I have a Master's in Counselling Psychology from the Adler University in Vancouver, BC. My education has allowed me to see mental health systems and how they operate in Australia and also within the provinces of Ontario and British Columbia. I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. Additionally, I am certified in acute trauma specific training. I am in the process of receiving certification in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. In individual therapy I primarily use Narrative Therapy, but I also integrate the following methods of therapy: Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy, Family Systems, Solution Focused Therapy, Functional Analytic Therapy, Strengths-Based Therapy, Mindfulness, Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Identify as racialized
Yes
Ethnicity
Identity based upon a presumption of shared history and common
cultural
inheritance.
Asian
Race
Identity based on physical/genetic characteristics.
Chinese, Vietnamese
Immigration history
We use the term "settler" rather than "immigrant" to emphasize
that we
live on Indigenous land.
Second generation settler (parent/s came from a different land)
Identify as 2SLGBTQ+
No
Sexual orientation
This information may help clients looking for a provider with
specific
kinds of lived experience.
Heterosexual or straight
Experience working with 2SLGBTQ+
I have been working most with youth and young adults in opening up the conversation about identity, sexuality, experiences of coming out and dating within the communities. Because I work within the community as an ally with no lived experiences I can only share my openness, curiosity, and genuineness to explore conversation relevant to the client's experiences. I have never shied away from any conversation, and I have continued to educate myself in the kink community to hold my own in sessions with my clients. I also know my limits and recommend based on client needs referral to counsellor with lived experiences.
Hours & Location
Available hours
Weekday evenings (after 6 PM)
Weekends during the day
Weekend evenings (after 6 PM)
Weekends during the day
Weekend evenings (after 6 PM)
Hourly rate
$
140
Location
GTA
Qualifications
Licensed to practice in Ontario
Yes
Professional designation
Registered Psychotherapist (RP)
Professional association
College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario
Education
Masters of Counselling Psychology
Adler University , 2015
Adler University , 2015
Approaches to care
Therapeutic Modalities
Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
Narrative
Mindfulness-based therapies
Trauma-Focused Approaches
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Narrative
Mindfulness-based therapies
Trauma-Focused Approaches
Gottman Method Couples Therapy
Specialty
Addictions
General topic(s) related to addiction
Substance use
Addiction recovery
Substance use
Addiction recovery
Adjustment & Transitions
General topic(s) related to adjustment & transitions
Immigration
Adolescence
Aging
Immigration
Adolescence
Aging
Behavioural Concerns
General topic(s) related to behavioural concerns
Self-harm
Behavioural addictions
Self-harm
Behavioural addictions
Gender Identity & Sexual Orientation
General topic(s) related to gender identity and/or sexual orientation
Bi
Gay
Lesbian
Transgender or transsexual
LGBT2Q+ Member/Ally
Kink-Positive therapy
Sex-Positive therapy
Affirming of non-monogamy/polyamory
Therapy for sex workers
Bisexuality-Affirming therapy
Body-Positive therapy
Bi
Gay
Lesbian
Transgender or transsexual
LGBT2Q+ Member/Ally
Kink-Positive therapy
Sex-Positive therapy
Affirming of non-monogamy/polyamory
Therapy for sex workers
Bisexuality-Affirming therapy
Body-Positive therapy
Emotions
General topic(s) related to emotions
Anxiety
Depression
Dissociation
Obsessions & Compulsions
Panic attacks & Phobias
Body image concerns
Emotion regulation & Anger management
Suicide
Anxiety
Depression
Dissociation
Obsessions & Compulsions
Panic attacks & Phobias
Body image concerns
Emotion regulation & Anger management
Suicide
Ethnicity & Culture
General topic(s) related to ethnicity & culture
Experience with refugees
Experience with 1st generation immigrants
Experience with 2nd generation immigrants
Experience with refugees
Experience with 1st generation immigrants
Experience with 2nd generation immigrants
Illness & Disabilities
General topic(s) related to mental health or physical illness and/or disabilities
Physical disabilities
Chronic illness
Mental health disorders
Personality disorder
Schizophrenia & Psychosis
Physical disabilities
Chronic illness
Mental health disorders
Personality disorder
Schizophrenia & Psychosis
Neurocognitive Differences
General topic(s) related to neurocognitive differences
Physical Health
General topic(s) related to physical health
Sleep & Wake issues
Eating issues
Postnatal health
Sleep & Wake issues
Eating issues
Postnatal health
Relationships
General topic(s) related to relationships
Parenting
Adoption
Relationships & Intimacy
Separation & Divorce
Loss & Grief
Parenting
Adoption
Relationships & Intimacy
Separation & Divorce
Loss & Grief
Stress & Trauma
General topic(s) related to stress & trauma
Work stress
Burnout
Bullying
Historic and intergenerational trauma
Post-traumatic stress
Complex trauma
Work stress
Burnout
Bullying
Historic and intergenerational trauma
Post-traumatic stress
Complex trauma
Other Topics
Domestic abuse and violence
Survivor
Covid-19
Survivor
Covid-19
Clients
Type of therapy
Individual
Family
Couples
Family
Couples
Age groups
Adolescents (age 14-18)
Younger Adults (19-35)
Adults (36-64)
Seniors (65+)
Younger Adults (19-35)
Adults (36-64)
Seniors (65+)
Accessibility
Modes of delivery
Phone
Video
In-person
Video
In-person
Sliding scale
No
Physical accessibility features
Not Available
Experience working with clients with disability
My main experience has been working with individual with visible disabilities, and the hearing impaired. The challenges usually lie in working with the individual to make the appropriate accommodations that work best for the client and not what if often standardized or assumed. Through telephonic services on occasion clients have used typing or translation services to interpret for them and as a go between between client and myself. This requires a bit more times and patience but has been more functional for the clients.
