Good News Mental Health with Dr. Uejin Kim, MD
Dr. Uejin Kim, MD is a Christian psychiatrist who cares about what's right with you than what's wrong with you. She is passionate about everyone finding their sense of worth and value via story telling, wisdom sharing, and inner child healing. She owns her psychiatric private practice, Restore Psychiatry MD PLLC in Texas & her personal brand, Uejin Kim LLC, where she offers public speaking, courses and training, and media resources. https://linktr.ee/druejinkim **Disclaimer: these episodes do not constitute patient-physician relationship**
Episodes
If you’re a high achiever who keeps reaching for alcohol, THC, or other substances just to calm your brain—this video is not about judgment. It’s about understanding.
For many high-achieving adults with a parentified childhood, substance use doesn’t begin as rebellion. It begins as relief.
Growing up in chaos, unpredictability, or emotional neglect trains the nervous system to stay hyper-vigilant. When rest never felt safe, substance...
Do you succeed—but feel strangely empty afterward?
Do you struggle to rest, celebrate, or slow down without guilt?
If you grew up as a parentified child, this episode explains why.
Many high achievers were the “glue” in their families—absorbing stress, preventing crises, and keeping everyone else safe. That unseen work often goes unrecognized, even though it took enormous strength.
In this episode, I talk about:
- Why high achievers f...
Do you get intense anxiety right before or right after big moments—speaking, exams, leadership decisions, or even relationships—while performing just fine during them?
If you’re a high achiever with a parentified childhood, this video explains why.
Many high-functioning adults learned early: “I’m only safe when I’m useful.”
That belief doesn’t disappear with success—it shows up as performance anxiety, people-pleasing, over-responsibil...
What if the very thing you’ve been hiding—your pain, your story, your “not enough”—is actually the talent God wants to multiply?
In this deeply personal and unscripted episode of the Good News Mental Health Podcast, Dr. Uejin Kim—child & adolescent psychiatrist—reflects on the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25) through a mental-health and trauma-informed lens. She explores how fear, comparison, and unchallenged assumptions can ...
Are you exhausted from trying to “fix” everyone else while secretly falling apart inside? In this Good News Mental Health episode, Dr. Uejin Kim sits down with Megan Babcock, Board-Certified Nurse Coach and trauma transformation coach, to talk about faith, emotional healing, abuse, “toxic” relationships, and what God actually says about your story. Megan shares her journey through: A domestic violence marriage and multiple “rock bo...
In this deeply personal episode, I share my 2025 healing testimony — a year of surrender, full circle moments, cultural reconciliation, and learning that consistency beats perfection every time. As a Christian psychiatrist, immigrant, oldest daughter, and recovering hyper-responsible high achiever… this year forced me to confront old wounds, release control, and rediscover my superpower:
👉 Finding the balance between caring for ot...
What happens when your faith and your anxiety feel tangled together?In this episode of Good News Mental Health, Dr. Uejin Kim, a Christian child psychiatrist, talks with Luke Mayeux, LPC — founder of Integratus Counseling — about how OCD, scrupulosity, and men’s emotional health intersect with spiritual formation and healing. Luke shares his journey from Catholic seminary to becoming a counselor, how ERP (Exposure & Response Pr...
In a world where political division feels louder than ever, how do we stay resilient, grounded, and true to our values?
In this episode, Dr. Kim, a Christian psychiatrist, and Brissa dive deep into themes of vulnerability, political identity, humility, and emotional resilience. Together, they explore:
The courage it takes to admit when you’re wrong
Why emotional fragility is so common in today’s conversations
The role of personal s...
What does success really mean—and how can we pursue it without losing ourselves in comparison? In this uplifting and candid conversation, Dr. Uejin Kim sits down with sisters Laura Lara and Krista Pasquale to talk about success, faith, family, and resilience.
From growing up on the west side of San Antonio to careers in talent acquisition and mental health, Laura and Krista share their unique perspectives on career, parenting, faith...
Join Christian psychiatrist, Dr. Uejin Kim, and Christian psychologist, Dr. Salazar, in a vulnerable, enriching conversation about neurodivergence, identity, and life purpose. Exploring faith through the lens of mental health, they discuss:⭐️ What it means to be neurodivergent in both clinical and spiritual contexts⭐️ How identity and diagnosis intersect with Christian purpose⭐️ Grace‑filled narratives of acceptance, self-worth, an...
In this episode, Dr. Uejin Kim and Brissa Ytuarte explore the complexities of mental health, focusing on themes of shame, guilt, expectations, and the importance of self-awareness. They discuss how past experiences shape our present behaviors and relationships, emphasizing the need for inner child healing and self-compassion. The conversation highlights the significance of letting go of control and embracing imperfection in our liv...
In this emotionally-rich and faith-filled conversation, Dr. Kim and counselor Yvonne Thomas explore how core beliefs, spiritual identity, and grace intersect in mental health and personal transformation. From Yvonne’s journey out of religious legalism to discovering God’s unconditional love, to Dr. Kim’s moving analogy of being a burden yet infinitely loved—this episode is a call to deeper authenticity and spiritual healing.They sh...
Join me as I discuss the theme of facing God after making significant mistakes, using the biblical story of David as a focal point. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing our mistakes, understanding the consequences, and the personal nature of our relationship with God. Through David's story, he illustrates how God desires intimacy and trust rather than a transactional relationship based on deeds. This talk encourages listener...
In this episode, Dr. Uejin Kim interviews Mr. Melli, a seasoned counselor and leader of the Celebrate Recovery Ministry at Community Bible Church in San Antonio. They discuss the importance of faith in recovery, the personal journey of overcoming struggles, and the role of community support in healing. Mr. Mellie shares his own experiences with addiction and recovery, emphasizing the significance of confession, accountability, and ...
In this conversation, Dr. Uejin Kim and Dr. Toni Cooper explore the intricate relationship between spirituality and mental health. They discuss how childhood experiences shape our understanding of God and ourselves, the impact of parenting on spiritual beliefs, and the importance of healing from trauma. Dr. Cooper shares her personal journey of finding faith amidst guilt and fear, while Dr. Kim emphasizes the need for compassion an...
In this conversation, Dr. Uejin Kim and Brissa discuss launching their online course 'Be Still to Move Forward,' which focuses on the importance of being still in a fast-paced, productivity-driven society. They explore the challenges of finding inner peace, the cultural influences prioritizing busyness, and the impact of these pressures on mental health. The course aims to help individuals connect with their inner child, enhance s...
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