Meet Carolyn Nam, LCSW
My Approach
My therapy space is calm, warm, and nurturing for clients to grow in their self-awareness and self-acceptance. Within the therapy process, I am present to support, encourage, provide feedback, and accommodate to your support needs.
Through a neurodivergent lens and relational framework, we will discover how to best take care of yourself, navigate challenges, and find coping strategies that work for you. I strive to be flexible and creative as I draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities including cognitive-behavioral (CBT), dialectical-behavioral (DBT), emotional regulation skills, executive function supports, and social skills development strategies. There is no one right path nor a direct one through life, but with strengthened sense of self and confidence, clients will be supported finding their way.
If you would like more information, please check out my Psychology Today profile.
About Me (she/her)
I am a therapist, mother, wife, friend, social worker, and dog mom. As a Korean-American born to immigrant parents, I was drawn to the field of social work through my curiosity about people's stories. I am incredibly fortunate to have a meaningful career where I get to continually grow and learn from others. Outside of work, I like to spend time with my family, enjoy sunny days, travel, bake, and play with my sweet dog.
My professional experiences include hospital social work, foster care/adoption services, therapeutic day school, and 20 years experience in private practice.
During undergrad, I studied Sociology at Northwestern University and completed my master's degree at the University of Chicago Crown Family School.
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