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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- CBT and MI
About Kari
Dr. Kari Schlessinger is a New York psychologist (NY Psychologist 016617) with 18 years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, anger, and self-esteem issues. Her stated approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Dr. Schlessinger emphasizes that clients know their own stories and that existing strengths matter in therapy. She uses that perspective to help people name problems and consider practical steps forward. Sessions focus on clear goals and on building skills that can be used between meetings.
Her work also addresses caregiver stress, communication problems, first responder issues, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, mood disorders, and developing self-love. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Motivational Interviewing is used to increase readiness for change and to support shifts in behavior.
Client-Centered Therapy shapes how she listens and responds, with an emphasis on the client's priorities and perspectives. She frames progress as a collaboration and focuses on concrete changes people can notice. The approach aims to make sessions understandable and applicable to everyday life.
Dr. Schlessinger practices in New York and conducts work in English. People who want to begin are asked to complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online intake pathway described on her profile.
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How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities. The therapist reflects what the client says and uses that feedback to shape the work, which helps when identifying immediate concerns and goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is about noticing thoughts and behaviors that affect mood and then trying small experiments to change them. It is often used for anxiety, depression, anger, and low self-esteem by teaching practical techniques people can use between sessions.
Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or uncertain about change. It uses focused conversation to build motivation and clarify next steps in manageable increments.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That match can be adjusted as progress is monitored.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals use these approaches to focus on practical change while keeping sessions relevant to day-to-day life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, anger, and self-esteem concerns, plus caregiver stress, communication problems, and first responder issues.
What style of therapy does she use?
Her approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing. Sessions focus on client priorities and practical skill building.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 18 years of professional experience in clinical work.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is listed as NY Psychologist 016617 and practices in New York.
Are sessions offered in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.