Online Therapy for Gaming Addiction, Anxiety & Depression, ADHD, and Trauma
Serving Seattle & All of Washington
You don’t have to keep performing. Let’s rediscover what being real actually feels like.
I’m Joon Lee, LICSW—a therapist who keeps it real.
Perhaps these thoughts feel familiar...
“I spend hours gaming, then don’t know what to do with myself afterward. Everything else feels boring or too difficult.”
“I’m working so hard, but I don’t even know what I’m working for anymore. What’s the point?”
“I can’t start on my to-do list because I’m afraid I won’t do things well enough. So I do nothing instead.”
“I have a pile of tasks that keeps growing, but I just can’t get myself to tackle any of them.”
“Even when I get praise or a raise, I’m constantly telling myself I’m not good enough. Why can’t I believe it?”
You find yourself caught in a cycle of escape and avoidance—gaming offers immediate relief but leaves you feeling empty. Simple tasks feel overwhelming, and perfectionism keeps you paralyzed. The comfort of screens only deepens the disconnect between who you are and who you want to be.
Maybe you can’t quite name it—but something deep down knows this isn’t how you want to keep living.
Something needs to shift. You want your life to feel like yours again.
What if healing wasn’t about fixing yourself—but about finally being kind to yourself?
MY APPROACH
You don’t have to know exactly why you’re struggling before we talk—figuring that out together is part of the process.
The relationship we build is what makes therapy work. Research consistently shows that the connection between therapist and client—not just the tools or techniques—is what creates lasting change. That’s why I focus on creating a space where you feel safe enough to show up as your authentic self.
Feeling stuck on what to share? That’s completely normal. We’ll start wherever you are, and we’ll move at your pace. I’ll listen closely, ask questions that help you find clarity, and offer support as you explore new perspectives.
This isn’t about me having all the answers—it’s about us working together to discover what works for you.
What matters to you? What would real progress look like in your life? I’m here to walk alongside you with presence, curiosity, and care as we figure that out—together.
Opening up about what’s actually going on inside your mind is often the first step toward healing—but revealing the parts of yourself you’ve carefully tucked away takes both bravery and patience.
I know how hard it can be to look at patterns you’ve spent years trying to avoid. That’s why we’ll move slowly, building the kind of trust that makes honest exploration not just possible—but transformative.
My goal is for this to be the therapy experience that finally resonates. One where you feel understood, not just analyzed. A space where you can bring your whole self—struggles, strengths, setbacks, and all—and know you’ll be met with genuine acceptance and practical guidance.
I don’t believe in cookie-cutter solutions or pushing techniques that don’t fit your life. Instead, we’ll work together to discover what actually helps you—drawing on your existing strengths while addressing the challenges getting in your way.
I’ll help you recognize patterns, untangle complicated feelings, and make space for what truly matters (while letting go of what doesn’t). We’ll move forward one insight, one small victory, one meaningful change at a time.
When you’re in session with me…
You won’t get…
A therapist who hides behind professional walls and never truly connects
Generic advice that misses the nuance of your actual life
Someone who just lets you vent without offering direction or tools
A clinician who labels your coping strategies without understanding them
An “expert” who assumes they know your experience better than you do
Rigid techniques that ignore your preferences or pacing
You will get…
A genuine human who brings warmth, presence, and realness to every session
A collaborative partner—someone who helps shape strategies around your life
A balance of compassionate listening and thoughtful challenge
A therapist who remembers the small, meaningful details—from the game you’re playing to the way your anxiety shows up
Respect for your process—encouragement when needed, never pressure
A flexible blend of evidence-based tools tailored to what actually resonates with you
Healing isn’t linear. It’s messy, imperfect, and slow.
And that’s okay. True growth takes time.
Training & Education
EDUCATION & LICENSURE
BA in Social Work, University of Washington, Seattle
Master of Social Work (MSW), University of Washington, Seattle
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) - LW61094816 - Washington State
TRAININGS & CERTIFICATIONS
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Meditation
Ego State & Inner Child Work
Video Game Addiction - Advanced Clinical Perspectives & Interventions
Digital Dependency - Addressing the Rise of Technology Addiction
Discover a therapy experience that actually fits—where understanding comes before solutions, and you define what progress looks like.
Ready whenever you are. Let’s take the first step together. Sessions are fully virtual and available anywhere in Washington.