Areum Kim, M.Ed.

Areum Kim is a master's-level therapist pursuing her M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Wheaton College. She holds a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology and has a background in teaching and mental health research.

As a trauma-informed, multicultural, and collaborative counselor, Areum strives to create a space where clients can slow down, feel heard, and explore what they are carrying without judgment. She works alongside clients to make sense of their experiences, develop greater self-compassion, and recognize the strengths they already carry while finding meaningful ways forward.

As a Third Culture Kid, Areum was born in Korea and grew up in the Philippines. Having lived and worked across Korea, the Philippines, the United States, and Australia, she has a particular appreciation for the ways identity, belonging, relationships, and life transitions can shape our experiences. She enjoys working with clients from diverse backgrounds and meeting each person with openness and curiosity.

Outside of counseling, Areum enjoys soccer and hiking, dancing Zumba with friends, and connecting with loved ones over a cup of chai tea.

Office: 8 S. Michigan Ave, Chicago IL 60603

Email: akim@tenacitypsych.org

Phone: (872) 222-6272

Website: https://www.tenacitypsychology.com/areumkim

Areas of Practice:

• Anxiety / Depression
• Child & Adolescent Concerns
• Trauma
• Life Transitions
• Multicultural Concerns
• Racial/Cultural Identity
• Relationship Issues
• Self-Esteem
• ADD/ADHD
• Attachment Issues,
• Family/Couples Counseling
• Burnout
• Aging
• Spirituality and Religion

Language(s) Spoken

• English
• Korean

Insurance Accepted

• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Meridian Health Plan
• Molina Healthcare
• Cigna Healthcare
• Aetna
• UMR
• Magellan Health
• Medicare
• Optum
• Aetna Better Health of Illinois
• Ambetter
• Anthem
• Bluecross Community Health
• Blue Cross Family Health
• Evernorth
• Self-Pay
• Sliding Scale