29 Articles by John Kim, LMFT
John Kim, LMFT
Why I Think All Men Need Therapy
Let me preface this by saying I'm part of this group, too. Just because I’m a licensed therapist doesn’t mean I don’t need therapy. I have many, many...
How To Be A Real Man (And How To Find One)
Below are the choices that I believe define a man, and contribute to healthier relationships in all forms, especially with self. This list is based on...
5 Signs You're In The Wrong Relationship
Whether or not a relationship is “meant to be” is often determined by how much work each partner decides to put into the relationship. And if you feel...
The #1 Thing Everyone Should Look For In A Relationship
Get your happily ever after!
How To Grow As A Person (No Matter What You're Going Through)
Growth may be hard. But it doesn’t have to be complicated.
What I Tell Anyone Who Wants To Be A Life Coach
As I life-coached more and more people online, I learned many things.
7 Tips For Dealing With Life If You Can't Afford A Therapist
Let's face it. Therapy can be expensive. As a licensed marriage and family therapist myself, I admit that I sometimes wonder on my drive home from...
The Key To A Successful Relationship Isn't What You Think
You finally meet someone you like. It's not just attraction. The connection is mutual and airtight. You might even find yourself using the word...
6 Steps To Bounce Back From A Failed Relationship
A breakup can send you spiraling downward—here's what to do.
3 Ways To Stop Swimming In Your Own S***
Have you ever seen fish in a dirty tank? They look droopy and dull and float around like they have shackles strapped to their fins. Their energy is...
19 Questions To Ask Yourself After A First Date
There's more to a first date than just chemistry, assuming you're looking for more than just Mr. or Ms. Right Now. Here's what I believe are the most...
21 Key Ingredients Of A Happy Life
Sometimes growth is more about the questions we ask ourselves rather than searching for answers. Answers can keep us locked and stuck. But questions,...
7 Things Men Really Really Want In A Relationship
Knowing these things may help you have a more successful relationship.
What I Wish I'd Known Before I Became A Therapist
I've been a therapist for eight years and recently a supervisor. In that time, I've gained wisdom, experience, and confidence in helping people. ...
A 7-Step Guide To Accomplishing Anything You Want In Life
Whether you want more emotional intelligence, a job you actually love, or defined abs, there’s a process to getting what you want in life. All goals...
4 Qualities That Make A Real Man
My goal in writing this post isn’t to sell you my definition of man. It’s to challenge your beliefs. Years ago, while working at a non-profit and...
Can You Be In Love With More Than One Person At The Same Time?
This tends to be a controversial question. There are valid points on each side. Here’s my stab.
15 Signs You're Living In A Depressed State + What To Do About It
There are different levels to depression, but when you're depressed, you know it. There's an internal collapse. Walls narrow. Your soul hallows. ...
The 5 Most Important Life Lessons
Recently, I become a certified marriage family therapist supervisor and started my journey mentoring up-and-coming therapists. I wanted to give them...