Andrew Perez, LCMHC

Andrew Perez is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) based in North Carolina with nine years of experience. He combines practical strategies and a focus on identity to help people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and relationship concerns. He likes clear, usable steps in therapy and cares about everyday life changes. Andrew’s background includes work in a jail diversion program for teens, a residential evaluation hospital serving children and adults, and community programs for at-risk youth and their families. That variety shaped his view that identity, family dynamics, and social connection matter for wellbeing. He pays attention to strengths, interests, and daily routines that can support change. In sessions he uses ideas from cognitive behavioral therapy to work with thoughts and behaviors, and draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take meaningful action. Client-centered principles also guide his style, keeping the conversation grounded in each person’s experience. He includes measurement-based care and neuroscientific perspectives when helpful. Andrew emphasizes building practical habits alongside insight. He will help identify small, manageable adjustments in routines and communication. He also supports people dealing with addictions, parenting strains, grief, anger, and career or life-purpose questions. People who prefer straightforward guidance and a collaborative therapist may find his approach useful. He values movement, reading, and writing outside of work, and brings that same active, curious energy to therapeutic work.

How his approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people notice what matters to them and take steps toward those values even when feelings are hard. It can help with anxiety, trauma-related struggles, and finding direction after big life changes.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood and functioning. It uses practical exercises and new habits to reduce symptoms like depression, anxiety, and anger.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and following the person’s lead so they feel understood while making changes at their own pace.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and life demands. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or school. It can also let people use shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or avoid video when bandwidth or comfort is an issue. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT and CBT exercises for remote sessions so practical skill-building and values work continue between meetings.