Locations New York Therapists Kari Menachem

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Kari Menachem, LCSW(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

New York•Florida

Anxiety -Bipolar disorder- Depression- Life transitions- Stress management- Trauma-

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$110-$150

About Specialties Locations Insurance & Fees

Professional statement

Kari is a licensed therapist who provides individual counseling to adults who are facing a range of challenges, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, stress, and major life changes. Her style is warm, collaborative, and flexible. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and mindfulness approaches, she will help you understand how your early experiences may be playing a significant role in your current thoughts, behaviors, and attitudes. Whatever you’re going through, you don’t have to face it alone.

Most of her professional experience has been in community healthcare clinics, where she provided both one-on-one and group counseling. Being part of community-based work has shaped her into a therapist who values accessibility, cultural humility, and meeting clients exactly where they are. Growing up, she often wished for a space where she felt truly heard and supported. That experience shaped her desire to create that kind of space for others, one where people feel understood, valued, and not alone.

Message to clients

I know that reaching out for support can be a big step, and I truly respect the courage it takes. I believe everyone has the capacity for change and that our unwanted thoughts can actually provide a lot of valuable insight needed to do that.

You don't need to feel overwhelmed or ashamed of your feelings. You and I will gently process difficult feelings, creating space for them to arise without them enveloping you. I draw from different approaches, like CBT, DBT, IFS, and trauma-informed therapies, depending on what feels most helpful for you. Therapy isn't one-size-fits-all, and I'm here to find what works best for you. I believe deeply in the strength people already carry within them, even when it feels buried or out of reach. If you're ready to explore, heal, or simply take a breath, you're in the right place.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 8 years

Licensure

New York: 096037 - Florida: TPSW3586

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Bipolar disorder - Developing coping and preventive strategies to stabilize extreme mood swings, including manic and depressive episodes; increasing effective strategies to regulate emotions and maintain a healthy daily routine

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Stress management - Strengthening effective ways of coping with the stress of life and change; managing expectations of self and others

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Strength-Based Therapy

Clientele

Adults (24+)

Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of New York
Carelon
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Horizon
Oscar Health
Oxford Health Plans
United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

Individual sessions:$150 (50min)
Sliding scale:$110 - $150