Su Yim — Counselor in Portland, OR
Address1020 SW Taylor St OR, Portland, OR 97205
Phone+1503-313-4220
Websitesuyim.com
Su Yim is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Portland, Oregon, offering therapy for adults. With a Master of Social Work from Portland State University and a background in journalism, Yim brings over 14 years of experience as a therapist. Yim's approach is respectful, transparent, and nonjudgmental, emphasizing a partnership in understanding life patterns and facilitating change. They are trained in various modalities including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and trauma-informed treatment. Yim also holds certification as an alcohol and drug counselor and is LGBTQ affirming. Their work is grounded in a strengths-based perspective and attachment theory, aiming to help clients manage emotions, build healthier relationships, and make value-aligned decisions.
Best for
- Adults seeking therapy
- Individuals managing anxiety or depression
- Those experiencing trauma or grief
- Clients interested in IFS, EMDR, or DBT
| Key services | Individual therapy, Free 20-minute phone consultation, Insurance billing assistance |
| Languages | English |
| Tags | lcsw, portland therapist, adult therapy, anxiety treatment, trauma therapy, grief counseling, depression support, relationship counseling, ifs therapy, emdr therapy |
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