Team
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Meet the Team
At DoDream Counseling, our clinicians are bilingual professionals fluent in English and Korean, and many have experience working across cultures and immigrant communities.
We proudly serve clients in New York, New Jersey, and Virginia, offering both in-person and telehealth services.
Our team brings together diverse expertise — from child and adolescent counseling to adult psychotherapy, parent coaching, and behavioral consultation — with one shared mission:
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Sang Lee is the Founder and Executive Director of DoDream Counseling.
She is passionate about developing and delivering culturally sensitive, high-quality mental health services within the community — especially for the Asian-American population.With more than a decade of clinical experience, Sang has dedicated her career to creating accessible, evidence-based care models that bridge cultural gaps and empower individuals and families to thrive.
Her leadership philosophy centers around people, connection, and support — values that guide every aspect of DoDream’s work.Outside of her professional role, Sang loves meeting new people, enjoying great food, and spending time with her amazing team.
She finds joy in life’s simple connections — whether sharing laughter with her colleagues or relaxing with her beloved dogs, Daisy and Willow, alongside her two daughters and loving husband.
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Rachel Lee is a Licensed Associate Counselor at DoDream Counseling and a graduate of New York University (NYU).
She is passionate about working with children and families, using Play Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help young clients express emotions, build confidence, and develop healthy coping skills.Having lived in Israel and fluent in Hebrew, Rachel brings a unique multicultural perspective to her work.
Her diverse background helps her connect with children and families from various cultural and linguistic communities with empathy and understanding.Rachel believes in creating a safe, playful, and supportive environment where children can explore their inner world and grow emotionally and socially.
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Sun Kim is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience working with families, parents, and children.
Before becoming a clinician, she worked as a high school teacher and later became an author and columnist for Korean-language newspapers, publishing several books on parenting and emotional growth.She has hosted dozens of parent education seminars and is deeply passionate about helping parents strengthen relationships with their children through empathy and effective communication.
Sun currently manages four active blogs, where she shares insights on family life, emotional wellness, and community stories.A lifelong learner and avid traveler, Sun brings warmth, wisdom, and creativity to every session — a true counselor who connects generations and cultures.
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Jane Kim is a Behavioral Assistant at DoDream Counseling and a graduate of New York University (NYU) with a major in Psychology.
She is passionate about working with children and adolescents, bringing creativity, empathy, and energy into every session.Jane supports clients through structured behavioral strategies, emotional coaching, and play-based interventions designed to promote confidence and positive change.
Her caring and playful personality helps children feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow.
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She earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Columbia University and brings extensive clinical experience working with individuals, adolescents, and families.Her therapeutic specialties include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), with a focus on helping clients build emotional regulation, resilience, and practical coping skills.
Lena is deeply committed to fostering clinical excellence across the DoDream team, providing supervision, training, and support to ensure the highest standard of care for every client.
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Suebin Lee is a Licensed Associate Counselor at DoDream Counseling and a graduate of New York University (NYU).
She is passionate about community integration and supporting immigrant families as they navigate cultural transitions and identity development.Suebin works primarily with adolescents and teens using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Behavioral Activation, and Play Therapy approaches to help clients improve emotional awareness, motivation, and daily functioning.
Outside of her clinical work, Suebin enjoys reading, traveling, and listening to music — finding inspiration in stories and cultures from around the world.
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Hyunsook Lee is a Master of Social Work (MSW) at PennWest University and brings a uniquely rich background in education, healthcare, community service, and creative arts.
Before pursuing her clinical career, she worked in diverse professional settings — including Korean Community Services (KCS), Family Touch, and multiple medical offices — where she gained deep understanding of patient care, cultural diversity, and organizational management.
Her creative spirit as a certified floral designer and former magazine editor adds warmth and artistry to her clinical approach.Hyunsook is passionate about supporting immigrant families, older adults, and women navigating life transitions.
She combines empathy, professionalism, and a lifelong dedication to learning to help clients feel seen, supported, and empowered.
