Karen Mohammed-Perry , LMHC

Karen Mohammed-Perry is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with 25 years of professional experience. She holds two master’s degrees and a post-master’s credential in the Treatment of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Clients (TADAC), bringing a depth of training in both clinical counseling and addiction treatment to her work. Karen has supported people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, as well as challenges related to addictions, self-esteem, motivation and relationship or family difficulties.

Her approach draws on evidence-based methods including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques and motivational interviewing, and she prioritizes cultural sensitivity, respect and compassion in every interaction. Karen individualizes conversations and treatment plans to reflect each person’s unique circumstances and goals, working collaboratively to build practical coping skills and long-term strategies. She frames seeking help as a courageous first step and positions herself as a steady, supportive partner for clients pursuing greater resilience and satisfaction in life.

Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Karen Mohammed-Perry integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening and collaboration so clients feel heard and validated while exploring their values, relationships and life goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete tools for managing anxiety, depression, stress and patterns that maintain difficulties.

She also incorporates mindfulness techniques to help clients build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, which can support emotional regulation and coping with cravings or intrusive thoughts. Determining the best approach is a collaborative process - Karen works with each person to assess needs, set priorities and tailor methods that match their preferences and goals rather than applying a single model to everyone.

Online therapy with Karen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, access support from home or on the go, and choose the format that best fits each person’s life and therapeutic aims.