Andrew Perez, LCMHC - Therapist in North Carolina

About Andrew

Andrew Perez is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina with nine years of experience. He draws on practical, everyday strategies to help parents and families facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and parenting challenges. He writes and stays active outdoors and brings a straightforward, calm presence to sessions.

Andrew’s background includes work in teen jail diversion, a residential evaluation hospital for children and adults, and community programs for at-risk youth and families.

Background and approach

That hands-on experience shaped how he thinks about identity, family dynamics, and social connections. He emphasizes understanding how upbringing and relationships influence behavior. In sessions he looks at strengths, routines, and small skill-building steps.

He uses ideas from cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to help people notice thoughts, try new actions, and make values-based choices. He also integrates client-centered and existential perspectives to keep the work focused on each person’s values and meaning. Practical tools are paired with tracking progress so both therapist and client can see change over time.

Conversations tend to be direct and collaborative, with clear steps to practice between meetings. Parents often leave with concrete routines to try at home. Andrew also addresses concerns like addictions, anger, ADHD, fatherhood issues, adoption and foster care, and communication problems.

He offers a steady, goal-focused approach for families and individuals trying to reduce stress and improve daily life.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice thoughts without getting stuck in them and then choose actions that match their values. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns; it works well for anxiety, depression, and behavior change. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and supporting the person’s own goals to build confidence and self-understanding. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each person or parent to decide what methods to try based on needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying tools, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan as needed. Online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy family life. Video calls let conversations feel more like in-person meetings, while phone sessions can be simpler when schedules are tight. Live chat and text-based messaging allow short check-ins and real-time support between meetings. These options offer flexibility so parents and caregivers can use the format that fits their routine and keeps progress moving forward.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does Andrew work with?

He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, relationship and family problems, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and related concerns listed in his profile.

What is his therapy style like?

Sessions are collaborative and goal-oriented. He focuses on practical skills, routines, and building on strengths while addressing thoughts and behaviors.

What experience does he bring to therapy?

He has nine years of experience including work in a teen jail diversion program, a residential evaluation hospital for children and adults, and community programs for at-risk youth and families.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He holds the LCMHC credential. License: NC LCMHC 13694, and he practices in North Carolina.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as session formats.

How does pricing and payment work?

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

How do I begin working with him?

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

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Experience: 9 years
Licensed: North Carolina
Languages: English

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