- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
About Kari
Kari Conyers-Brink is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with 24 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and other life changes. She also focuses on concerns such as ADHD, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, self-esteem, and social anxiety and phobia.
Her work is straightforward and conversational. Sessions center on what the person wants to change and on practical steps to get there. She adapts the way she talks and plans work based on each person's situation and goals.
Kari draws on client-centered methods to make room for each person's experience. She uses cognitive behavioral strategies to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. She also uses solution-focused techniques to set clear, manageable goals and track progress.
Over two decades in practice have included a mix of common life stresses and longer-term concerns. That background informs how she helps people manage panic, family and communication problems, caregiver stress, and issues related to autism and Asperger syndrome.
People working through career stress, parenting strain, blended family challenges, or LGBT-related concerns will find concrete tools and step-by-step planning in sessions. The aim is to reduce immediate distress and build skills for everyday situations. The first appointment typically focuses on current problems, goals, and a simple plan for next steps.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. The therapist asks about what feels most important and follows the client's pace to build trust and clarity. This helps when someone needs support understanding feelings and priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses short exercises and experiments to test unhelpful beliefs and try new behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, panic, and mood concerns because it targets specific thought patterns.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes clear goals and small steps. Sessions identify concrete changes to try between appointments and measure progress in straightforward ways.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods match the client's needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can shift as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking. When arranged for online care, virtual sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Ask about scheduling, session length, and how appointments are handled so they fit into everyday routines.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, coping with life changes, ADHD, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem, and social anxiety and phobia.
How would she approach my anxiety in sessions?
She uses client-centered conversation to understand what matters most, then adds cognitive behavioral techniques to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional work experience in counseling and related settings.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if English isn’t my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the US?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.