let’s figure it out together.
I’m an EMDR and relationship therapist supporting anxious adults in New York, New Jersey, Florida, and California who are navigating different aspects of relationships, including dating, long-term relationships, attachment patterns, and breakups.
About Kim Kuskovsky, LMFT
please Hear me when I say:
A calmer, more secure way of relating is possible.
I want you to know that no matter how frustrated, stuck, or overwhelmed you may feel, healing and growth are possible. Together, we can unravel the patterns holding you back, and discover the clarity and strength to move forward with confidence.
How I work
At the core of my approach to therapy is a belief that lasting transformation comes from addressing the root causes of your struggles, fostering self-awareness, and building healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and relating.
In our sessions together, we will…
Understand your feelings and relationship dynamics.
Together, we’ll uncover the deeper feelings and patterns that shape your relationships, helping you gain clarity on what’s working and what isn’t. By exploring these patterns, you’ll gain insight into what’s keeping you stuck.
Identify root causes and process past experiences.
We’ll dive into the experiences and beliefs that may be influencing your current thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By identifying these root causes and processing them, we’ll release old emotional baggage, allowing you to respond with greater clarity, peace, and emotional resilience in your relationships and life.
Learn communication & create emotional balance.
In our work together, you’ll learn to express your needs and emotions with clarity, so you can connect more deeply with others. You’ll also learn how to manage difficult emotions, stay grounded in stressful situations, and build the confidence to feel more sure of yourself and your choices.
Therapy With Me is:
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Opening up about life’s struggles isn’t always easy, especially if it doesn’t feel comfortable to fully share with your partner, friends, or family. My goal is to offer you a place where you can openly discuss the good, the hard, and everything in between, knowing that you’ll be met with full understanding and without judgment.
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Our sessions are personalized to honor your unique journey. With a deep understanding of complex relationship patterns and the effects of trauma, I take the time to understand your individual experiences, ensuring that we focus on your most pressing needs and goals. Together, we’ll work through your challenges in a way that aligns with your personal process.
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I take a holistic approach, seeing you as a whole person and helping you recognize how each part of your life connects and impacts the others. This means we’ll explore not just your relationships, but also your emotions, past experiences, influence of society and culture, and how you perceive yourself and interact with the world. By understanding the interconnectedness of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, we’ll work together to create balance and lasting change across all areas of your life.
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Whether you’re comfortable with some emotions or not comfortable with any, an emotionally focused approach helps you make sense of yourself and your relationships through emotion and uses emotion to create change.
I believe you have good reasons why you feel, think, and do what you do even though those behaviors may not get you where you really want to be. Together, we’ll earn how to manage your emotions and see them as a positive tool in connecting with yourself and others. Learn more about Emotionally Focused Therapy.
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Testimonials
"Kim is a fantastic clinician. She works hard for her clients, isn't afraid to address the tough stuff and shows relentless empathy and responsiveness in her sessions. When referring clients to her, I'm always confident that they'll be cared for in a safe space that's focused on growth. She is a gift to our mental health field as a therapist and as a colleague." - Sarah Trance, LMFT
"Kim is the kind of therapist that embodies a skilled balance of structure and emotional work in sessions. In her couples work, especially as an EFT therapist, she offers a path for clients to come together and have difficult conversations while remaining productive. Kim’s attention to detail and ability to listen with compassion is a gift. Kim’s clients have space to explore their emotions and deep levels of affect, while she uses her clinical tools to support the conversation in a calm manner. One of her greatest strengths is her sincere and mindful presence. Kim shows up to every session with a willingness to pick up the hard work and stand with her clients. " - Andrea Cornell, LMFT
"I have worked with Kimberly for many years as her supervisor. Kimberly is a very insightful, skilled, and compassionate psychotherapist. She is well related and kind to her patients. She works with the patients' system, understands patients from their perspectives, and uses many modalities in order to help patients achieve their goals. I highly recommend Kimberly." - Supavadee Thaveesaengsiri, LCSW
My Training & Education
With 10 years of experience in the field, I’m here to help you heal from past pain, navigate dating & relationship challenges, and strengthen your emotional well-being.
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Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies
Masters of Arts, Marriage and Family Therapy
New York State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#001461-1)
California State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#119295)
New Jersey State Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (#37FI00226200)
Florida Registered Telehealth Provider (#97) - http://www.floridahealth.gov/
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Externship in Emotionally Focused Therapy (ICEEFT)
Core Skills Advanced Training in EFT (ICEEFT)
Certificate in Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy [Level 1](ICEEFT)
Emotionally Focused Individual Therapy for Attachment Trauma: Transforming Psychological Wounds for Adult Clients Traumatized as Children (ICEEFT)
Sex as a Safe Adventure: Connecting Sexually & Emotionally through EFT (ICEEFT)
Breaking Up but Still Connecting: An EFT Approach to Healthier Breakups (ICEEFT)
EMDRIA Approved EMDR Basic Training (EMDRIA)
Trauma Conference: The Body Keeps the Score - Trauma Healing with Bessel Van Der Kolk
Advanced EMDR Skills (EMDRIA)
EMDR and Somatic Therapy (EMDRIA)
The Grief Summit: Grief Counseling and Treatment in a Pandemic of Loss
Certified Prepare/Enrich Facilitator
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American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT)
Your’re not alone.
You’re not alone.