Kari is a wonderful therapist who listens intensively and provides wonderful insight into the problems I have and ways to deal with it. I am grateful.
Kari Perez, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kari is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Kari. View 2 reviews
- Great news, Kari is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland
Recent reviews
Only a few sessions in but Kari has been very helpful so far. I am looking forward to working with her more in the future.
More about Kari
- 10 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
My name is Kari Perez and I am a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland. I graduated from Loyola University with my Master's in Science - Counseling Psychology in 2011. I worked for four years in a long term residential facility for adults struggling with co-occurring addiction and mental health diagnosis. I have also worked outpatient virtually and in person with adults, children, and teenagers. Through these settings, I have the most experience with anxiety, depression, stress, motivation, self esteem, addiction, and helping work on life skills.
I utilize a multi-modal approach, being able to pull from multiple theories to find the strategies that best fit the person and situation. My strongest belief in a therapeutic relationship is that the client is the expert in their experience and I am there as a partner to try to understand as best I can and provide support. I use my experience to help clients create and meet the goals they desire. I enjoy working with clients who are looking for help becoming their best self.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Anger management
Self-esteem
Depression
LGBT Issues
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Body image
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Family problems
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Smoking / vaping cessation
Young adult issues
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia
- BCBS Federal Employee Program
- Cigna
- GEHA
- Optum
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Kari Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316351760.
- LCPC · Maryland · LC5249 · Renews January 2027
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Kari Perez
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Kari is a wonderful therapist who listens intensively and provides wonderful insight into the problems I have and ways to deal with it. I am grateful.
Only a few sessions in but Kari has been very helpful so far. I am looking forward to working with her more in the future.
Frequently asked questions
Does Kari Perez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kari Perez works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Kari Perez speak?
Kari Perez speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kari Perez have?
Kari Perez has 10 years of experience.
Where is Kari Perez licensed to practice?
Kari Perez is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Does Kari Perez accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Kari Perez accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Kari Perez accept insurance?
Yes, Kari Perez accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia, BCBS Federal Employee Program, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Kari Perez accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kari Perez does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Kari Perez offer?
Kari Perez offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Kari Perez?
Kari Perez can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Kari Perez?
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