- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- CBT and ACT methods
About Munsu
Munsu Kwon is an LCPC (Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor) licensed in Maryland with 24 years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, compassion fatigue, and trauma and abuse. He also focuses on family of origin issues and related concerns such as attachment difficulties and substance problems.
He trained with a Master of Science in Counseling from Johns Hopkins University and holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from George Mason University. Over two decades of practice have centered on supporting people with serious mental health challenges, including mood-related disorders and symptoms such as paranoia and delusion.
In sessions he offers clear, practical direction. He helps people understand symptoms, organize care, and consider next steps when higher levels of care might be needed. He explains treatment options and what additional services could help if a different level of care is appropriate.
He combines several therapeutic methods, including cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment ideas, dialectical skills, client-centered listening, and existential reflection. These approaches are used to help people manage symptoms, cope with change, and reconsider longstanding family patterns.
He provides services in English and Korean and practices in Maryland. People interested in working together begin by using the site workflow to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting pulled into them, while clarifying personal values to guide action. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and ongoing stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly applied to anxiety, mood problems, obsessive thoughts, and phobias.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to figure out which methods fit their goals and daily life. That may mean combining CBT skills with ACT exercises or using dialectical strategies alongside client-centered conversations depending on what helps most.
The practical aim of remote sessions is to make work on family patterns and symptom management fit into everyday routines. The biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to have shorter check-ins, fit sessions into a workday, or avoid travel time. Licensed professionals can also use video or phone in different ways to focus on skills practice, reviewing materials, or planning next steps.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English, Korean
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, compassion fatigue, and trauma and abuse. He also focuses on family of origin issues and related concerns such as attachment difficulties.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a mix of approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, client-centered therapy, and existential therapy. Sessions emphasize practical skills and clear discussion about treatment options.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 24 years of clinical experience working primarily with people who have mood-related and severe mental health conditions.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is an LCPC licensed in Maryland and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Korean.
Does he work with clients outside the country?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to see him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule your first session.
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