Therapist profile
Dr. Kari Schlessinger, NY Psychologist 016617
New York
Dr. Kari Schlessinger - Psychologist, Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsNY Psychologist 016617
- LicensePsychologist, New York / 016617
- NPI1962607259
- Experience18 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNew York
About
- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Communication skills
About Kari
Dr. Kari Schlessinger is a New York psychologist (NY Psychologist 016617) with 18 years of clinical work. She focuses on stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, anger, self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses caregiver stress, communication problems, first responder issues, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, mood disorders, and self-love.
She frames clients as experts in their own stories and looks for existing strengths to build on. Sessions are practical and direct, with attention to what is happening now and what changes feel realistic. People often come with frustration at home, snapping at loved ones, or resentment that builds over time; she helps people talk through those patterns and find clearer ways to respond.
Her approach draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Motivational Interviewing. In practice that means listening first, then trying small changes that can reduce reactivity and improve communication. She works with goals the client sets and adjusts methods as progress proceeds.
Dr. Schlessinger aims for clear, actionable steps between sessions. That can mean simple behavior experiments, reframing thoughts that fuel anger, or practicing short communication skills. She also supports people dealing with stress tied to caregiving or demanding jobs like first responder roles.
Starting therapy with her involves completing a short questionnaire and scheduling a first session. The early sessions focus on defining goals and choosing a practical plan to reduce overwhelming reactions and improve everyday relationships.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the client. It helps when someone needs to sort through feelings and decide what changes feel doable. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers concrete exercises to reduce reactivity and low mood. Motivational Interviewing uses brief, focused conversations to strengthen motivation and move toward practical goals.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will collaborate with the client to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Sessions often begin by setting clear, measurable goals and trying small experiments between meetings to test what helps.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Online work also makes it simpler to practice communication skills in real-life settings and to follow up quickly after a difficult interaction.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
18+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She works with anger alongside stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, self-esteem, and depression. Additional focus areas include impulsivity, communication problems, and issues first responders face.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style begins with listening and recognizing a client's strengths. She then uses practical steps from approaches like CBT and Motivational Interviewing to change reactions and communication.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 18 years of professional work experience to her practice.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed as NY Psychologist 016617 and practices in New York.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list session formats. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats she offers.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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