Andrew Perez

Andrew Perez enjoys staying active outside of work, with hobbies that include running, hiking, reading, and writing. Family and travel are important parts of his life.

He has nine years of experience in the mental health field and has worked in a variety of settings, including a jail diversion program for teens, a residential evaluation hospital serving children and adults, and a community-based program supporting at-risk children, teens, and their families.

Andrew approaches mental health with an emphasis on identity and the many factors that shape it. He believes understanding personality through genetic and spiritual influences, family dynamics, and social connectedness is essential to well-being. Holding a healthy, positive view of oneself, one’s life, and relationships can have a significant effect on mental health.

Because thoughts are a powerful place to begin change, his therapeutic work emphasizes techniques from Positive Psychology and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. His practice is also informed by a range of treatment approaches, including Adlerian individual counseling, client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, collaborative problem-solving, acceptance and commitment therapy, and existential therapy. Therapy is supported by measurement-based care and informed by neuroscience.

In session, Andrew focuses on clients' strengths, interests, and preferences and works to build on those assets. He also reviews daily routines and practical skills that can be developed to address areas of struggle. He is a licensed clinical mental health counselor in North Carolina, holding the credential NC LCMHC 13694.