Carolyn Shin, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Carolyn Shin

Focus areas

Adoption Counseling

Behavioral Therapy

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Anger Management

Codependency

Work-Related Counseling

Anxiety

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Couples

Adults (25-64)

Families

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Reality Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Carolyn Shin

Hi there, I'm Carolyn! My work draws on insight-oriented and mindfulness-based approaches. More than anything, it is relational. I take seriously the privilege of being invited into your inner world, and I hold that responsibility with care. My focus I work with individuals, couples, and families at every stage of life. My focus includes anxiety, depression, identity and belonging, relationship struggles, life transitions, and women's issues including fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Wherever you are, I will help you find steadier ground and move forward with clarity and connection. My approach I will meet you wherever you are. Whatever you are carrying, I will be with you in it fully, with compassion and without judgment, as we find our way back to a sense of home within yourself. My communication style My style is direct, warm, and human. I will lead with empathy so you can meet me with openness, co-creating a space that's safe for vulnerability to uncover the patterns and dynamics that no longer serve you, and bring forth insight and real change.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Diego

Education and training

University of California, Berkeley, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1053593822

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Carolyn Shin?

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What practice does Carolyn Shin work with?

Carolyn Shin works with Rula Health - San Diego.

What are common reasons for patients to see Carolyn Shin?

Carolyn Shin frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Carolyn Shin on their profile.