Helen Kim Whitehouse, LCSW, CA | Psychotherapist

About Helen Kim Whitehouse

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Alzheimer's Disease

Behavioral Therapy

Work-Related Counseling

Anger Management

Life Transition

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Individuals

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Reality Therapy

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Humanistic

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Helen Kim Whitehouse

Hi there, I'm Helen! When life feels heavy, confusing, or chaotic, having a calm place to talk can help. I support clients in feeling heard and clearer about what’s weighing on them. When you’re ready, we can explore next steps that feel right for you. My focus I support adults and caregivers facing stress, burnout, grief, loss, major transitions, and challenging family dynamics. With experience in crisis intervention, care coordination, and health‑related support, I offer a steady, compassionate space to reduce overwhelm and move toward meaningful goals. My approach I take a calm, supportive, collaborative approach to help you slow down, feel heard, and understand what’s been weighing on you. Whether you need space to talk things through, help to organize thoughts, or practical tools to make daily life more manageable, we’ll work together so you can feel clearer and more grounded. My communication style My communication style is calm, clear, and steady. I stay present with what you share and how it shows up for you, giving you space to reflect. I offer feedback that helps you see patterns and choices, and I gently challenge when it supports your growth, keeping our work collaborative and honest. My journey to mental healthcare My path into this work grew from a long-standing interest in how people cope, adapt, and find steadiness during difficult times. Early roles in medical and crisis settings guided how I approach care today. I’m motivated by the clarity and confidence people gain as they make sense of their experiences and move toward meaningful change. My goals for you Goal setting is collaborative and fluid. We’ll explore what feels most important and adjust as your needs evolve. Together, we’ll shape goals into doable steps, notice progress, and stay grounded through challenges as you move toward what matters most.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Postpartum Depression

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - San Jose

Education and training

University of Southern California, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1922393230

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Helen Kim Whitehouse accepting new patients?

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What practice does Helen Kim Whitehouse work with?

Helen Kim Whitehouse works with Rula Health - San Jose.

What are common reasons for patients to see Helen Kim Whitehouse?

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