Andrew Perez, LCMHC

Andrew Perez is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina. He brings nine years of experience in community and clinical settings. He likes to keep therapy straightforward and practical so people can use what they learn right away.

Before independent practice, he worked in programs that included jail diversion for teens, a residential evaluation hospital for children and adults, and community services for at-risk youth and families. That varied work shaped how he sees stress, trauma, and relationship problems in everyday life. He draws on lessons learned from those roles when meeting people where they are.

His approach highlights strengths, daily routines, and thought patterns. He uses methods from cognitive behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thinking and make changes that matter. Client-Centered ideas guide how he listens and responds in sessions.

Sessions look at identity, family dynamics, and social connection as part of recovery and growth. He often focuses on practical skills for managing anxiety, depression, anger, and addiction, while also addressing intimacy, parenting, and career concerns. Measurement-based check-ins help track progress over time.

Andrew blends goal-focused work with respect for each person’s values and life story. He helps people build routines and skills that fit their daily life. The aim is steady, usable change rather than quick fixes.

How certain approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on helping people name what matters to them and take small steps toward those values. It often uses simple exercises to notice thoughts and commit to actions that match personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, teaches practical skills to spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors to reduce anxiety or depression. It usually involves clear goals and homework to practice between sessions. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on what the person says, offering reflective listening and gentle guidance so clients can find their own solutions.

Picking the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That may mean blending approaches over time and adjusting based on what helps most.

Confirm what session formats are currently offered before booking since the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, or making scheduling across different locations simpler. Licensed professionals often use these options to keep therapy practical and consistent with daily routines.