Mi Jung You
Korean-speaking LMHC for life transitions and emotional resilience
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About
Mi Jung You is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with 10 years of experience supporting both adults and children through a wide range of emotional and relationship challenges. Her work commonly focuses on depression, anxiety, anger concerns, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, trauma, and the impact of life stressors and major transitions. She also helps clients navigate family conflict and related concerns that can affect daily functioning and overall well-being.
In therapy, Mi Jung You draws from psychodynamic therapy to explore patterns shaped by past experiences, while also using practical, skills-based methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is incorporated to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more workable responses. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies may be used to strengthen emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. She also integrates motivational interviewing to support change in a respectful, collaborative way, alongside a client-centered style that prioritizes empathy, clarity, and the client’s goals.
Mi Jung You provides therapy in Korean and aims to create a supportive space where clients can better understand what is happening internally, build coping tools, and move toward more stable, meaningful relationships and daily routines.
In therapy, Mi Jung You draws from psychodynamic therapy to explore patterns shaped by past experiences, while also using practical, skills-based methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is incorporated to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more workable responses. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) strategies may be used to strengthen emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. She also integrates motivational interviewing to support change in a respectful, collaborative way, alongside a client-centered style that prioritizes empathy, clarity, and the client’s goals.
Mi Jung You provides therapy in Korean and aims to create a supportive space where clients can better understand what is happening internally, build coping tools, and move toward more stable, meaningful relationships and daily routines.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 10
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- Korean
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LMHC 004834
- NPI Number: 1417626748
- License: LMHC (New York)
Online Therapy Grounded in Skills and Insight
Mi Jung You integrates practical and reflective approaches to help clients work through concerns such as anxiety, depression, anger, relationship strain, trauma, and stressful life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that can keep problems going. In sessions, CBT can help clients test new ways of thinking and responding, especially when worry, low mood, or self-criticism feels persistent. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds structured skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship effectiveness, which can be useful when feelings escalate quickly or when conflict and overwhelm are hard to manage. Client-centered therapy supports the process with a warm, collaborative style that keeps the client’s values and goals at the center of each conversation.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mi Jung You collaborates with clients to identify what feels most helpful, adjusting the pace and focus based on needs, goals, and preferences over time.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to get support consistently, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and choose a format that feels most comfortable week to week.
How much experience does Mi Jung You have?
Mi Jung You has 10 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Mi Jung You a licensed therapist?
Yes. Mi Jung You is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York (NY LMHC 004834).
In which languages does Mi Jung You provide therapy?
Mi Jung You provides therapy in Korean.
Where is Mi Jung You located?
Mi Jung You is located in New York.
How can I work with Mi Jung You as my therapist?
You can work with Mi Jung You through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Mi Jung You work with international clients?
Yes. Mi Jung You works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mi Jung You cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.