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Dr. Kari Schlessinger

Dr. Kari Schlessinger

NY Psychologist 016617

New York

Compassionate psychologist supporting personal change

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At a glance

Credentials
NY Psychologist 016617
License
Psychologist, New York / 016617
Experience
18 years
Languages
English
Location
New York

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    • Motivational approach
    • Practical tools
    • Respectful listening

    About Kari

    Dr. Kari Schlessinger is a New York psychologist with 18 years of experience. She holds the NY Psychologist credential and focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. She begins by listening and treating each person as the expert on their own life.

    Dr. Schlessinger approaches sessions in a collaborative way. She draws on Motivational Interviewing to support people’s own reasons for change and to build motivation. She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to prioritize clear, respectful listening and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors.

    In sessions she looks for practical steps that fit into daily life. Conversations tend to focus on small, manageable changes rather than quick fixes. The work often covers communication patterns, caregiver stress, impulsivity, feelings of isolation, mood struggles, and learning to practice more self-love.

    Her style is straightforward and supportive. She encourages clients to name goals and to try options that feel doable. The therapist aims to help people build confidence and better manage strong emotions.

    If you are considering therapy, she asks for a first step of registering and completing a short questionnaire. From there, scheduling is arranged based on the therapist’s availability and the platform’s process.

  2. How therapeutic approaches shape online work

    Finding the right approach begins with understanding a few core methods this therapist uses. Motivational Interviewing focuses on drawing out a person’s own reasons for change and building motivation one step at a time. Client-Centered Therapy centers on respectful listening and helping people feel heard as they decide what changes matter to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors together, helping people notice unhelpful thinking and try practical behavior changes to test new outcomes.

    The therapist approaches planning as a collaboration. She will work with clients to identify goals, try approaches that match those goals, and adjust the plan based on what feels useful. That means clients help decide whether more reflective conversations or hands-on skill work is the best next step.

    For practical matters, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life - for example, avoiding travel time, fitting a shorter check-in during a break, or choosing an option that needs less bandwidth. Licensed professionals and therapists can use these formats to provide consistent care while helping people practice changes in their everyday routines.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

    Additional focus areas

    Caregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsFirst responder issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersSelf-love

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Interviewing

    Experience

    18+ years

    Listed in

    New York

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does this therapist address?

    She helps with stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues like caregiver stress, communication problems, impulsivity, isolation, and mood concerns.

    What is her therapeutic style like?

    The approach is collaborative and straightforward. Sessions focus on listening, building motivation, and trying practical steps that fit daily life.

    How much experience does she have?

    She has 18 years of professional experience working with people on a range of emotional and behavioral 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 supported for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    She does not accept international clients at this time.

    How are fees and payment handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with this therapist?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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