- Client-centered work
- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
About Kari
Dr. Kari Schlessinger is a New York psychologist with 18 years of professional experience. She is listed as NY Psychologist 016617 and practices in New York. She helps people with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, self esteem, and depression.
She works from the view that clients are the experts on their own stories. Sessions focus on identifying strengths people already have. She uses clear conversations to help clients notice patterns and try small, practical changes.
In session she may use client-centered techniques to listen and reflect what matters most to the client. She also uses cognitive behavioral tools to examine thoughts and behaviors that keep stress and anger active. Motivational interviewing is part of how she helps people find reasons to change and keep going.
Practical concerns like communication problems, caregiver stress, first responder issues, impulsivity, and isolation are also part of her work. She helps people who are dealing with mood shifts and who want to build more self-love and confidence. The focus is on steady steps rather than quick fixes.
If someone is nervous about starting, the first meeting is described as a simple way to see how the therapist and client fit. The emphasis is on collaboration and on using strengths to manage anger and related concerns over time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. Online sessions can use this approach to clarify priorities, strengthen motivation, and help people feel understood while they talk about anger and stress. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. In an online setting CBT often means reviewing specific situations, testing different reactions, and practicing new skills between sessions to reduce anger or anxiety. Motivational interviewing helps people find personal reasons to change. Online conversations can explore values and goals, and support gradual steps toward managing impulses and improving communication. Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That planning can change as progress is made. Confirm the available session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online care can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time so therapy sits better alongside work or family responsibilities.Areas of expertise
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, parenting issues, anger, self esteem, and depression, plus related topics like caregiver stress and communication problems.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses client-centered listening combined with practical tools from CBT and motivational interviewing to help clients notice patterns and try small changes.
How much experience does she have?
She has 18 years of professional experience working with the listed concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed as NY Psychologist 016617 and practices in New York.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What should I know about session formats?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I start?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.