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Meet Kim
Hello! I’m Kim Hyam (she/her), a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oregon. I offer individual therapy for adults of all ages, both through telehealth and in person at the Westside office. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions, to name a few. Sometimes there’s a clear event that brings you to therapy, and other times something feels off or unsatisfying but is harder to name. I welcome all starting points.
You Might Be a Good Fit If...
You want to better understand yourself, your relationships, and what may be getting in the way of a more meaningful life. You may be:
Asking yourself, “Why do I feel so stuck?” or “Why is it hard for me to open up?”
Feeling anxious, depressed, irritable, or overwhelmed.
Grieving a loss or adjusting to a significant change.
Living with the effects of trauma or difficult past experiences.
Noticing relationship patterns you’d like to understand.
Experiencing conflicting emotions that are hard to sort through.
Looking for a therapist who will think alongside you and share observations, while welcoming your perspective in return.
How I Work
Therapy with me is a conversation we develop together. I’ll listen closely, share my thoughts about what might be troubling you, and check whether those thoughts fit your experience. As we meet regularly, we can become more familiar with your emotional terrain and the patterns that show up in your life and relationships.
I’m especially well suited to people who want to work collaboratively and are interested in reflection and self-understanding. Depending on what you need, we may also focus on practical ways to manage stress, improve sleep, navigate conflict, or respond differently to situations.
My Approach
My style is primarily relational, using a psychodynamic lens. I’m interested in how your experiences and relationships shape what you feel and do today, and in how greater understanding can help relieve distress. I also draw from other approaches when they fit your needs.
My clinical approach may include: Psychodynamic Therapy · Relational Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills · Mindfulness · Stress Management · Conflict Resolution
Education & Credentials
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Oregon
Master’s Degree in Social Work, Direct Clinical Practice Concentration
Portland State University
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor I (CADC I)
Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP)
Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program (PPP) completion
Oregon Psychoanalytic Community
Additional Training in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy
Oregon Psychoanalytic Center, in progress
Earlier in my career, I had the honor of working with children and teens often involving trauma in various treatment settings. Over time I began working with adults of all ages, something that I've also valued. Working across the lifespan has enriched, and continues to enrich, the work I do.