About Averee Karras
Clientele seen
Children (<13)
Individuals
Teenagers (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Narrative
Dialectical (DBT)
Play Therapy
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Averee Karras
Averee Karras is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Her current employer is HOPE Therapy Group.
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Hi, I’m Averee Karras (she/her), an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT). I’m passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families work through life’s challenges, strengthen relationships, and feel more grounded during times of change. My goal is to create a supportive and welcoming space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and understood. Outside of sessions, you can find me at the beach, connecting with friends, or painting.
I love working with children, teens, young adults, individuals, and families. I’m passionate about supporting clients as they navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship challenges, identity exploration, and everyday life stressors while building greater self-awareness, self-esteem, and resilience.
What should a new client know about working with you?
My approach to therapy is flexible and personalized, recognizing that every client brings their own experiences, strengths, and goals into the process. I integrate techniques from several therapeutic models, including Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, and Attachment-Based approaches, to create treatment that feels supportive and effective for each individual. I strive to foster a safe, collaborative environment where clients can feel empowered to better understand themselves, navigate challenges, and create meaningful change.
I strive to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, supportive, and approachable for each client. I bring an outgoing personality into sessions and believe therapy can be both meaningful and engaging, using a style that is warm, direct, and authentic. Through a trauma-informed approach, I help clients feel understood while supporting them in building coping skills, increasing self-awareness, and working through life’s challenges in a way that feels empowering and supportive.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I believe therapy should be a safe, compassionate, and personalized space where people can process their own experiences without judgment, build upon their own strengths, and take a safe path towards healing and connection with themselves.
Sessions with me are supportive, collaborative, and genuine. I aim to create an environment where you feel safe to be yourself while also feeling encouraged and challenged in meaningful ways. My style is warm, direct, and engaging, and I like to bring authenticity and humor into the therapy space when appropriate. I balance creating a comfortable atmosphere with helping you build insight, process emotions, and develop practical tools you can use outside of the session. I work at your pace while fostering growth, self-awareness, and resilience.
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In-network insurances
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $120 for 50 minutes
Ongoing session: $120 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
More information on payments and coverage
**PLEASE NOTE: We do not provide medication management or psychiatry services. We are also out of network for Anthem.
Verification of insurance eligibility and benefits is performed by our group as a courtesy to you. Please understand that an insurance estimate is provided, however, it is not a guarantee that your insurance will pay exactly as estimated; we simply relay to you the information given to us. Your insurance may quote us one number and process another. Your insurance company and your plan benefits ultimately determine the amount paid. HOPE Therapy Group will, of course, do all we can to make sure your estimate is as accurate as possible.
INSURANCE DISCLOSURE REMINDER
Please ensure that all active insurance coverage has been provided to our office. Our practice submits claims to the primary insurance listed on your account. We do not bill secondary insurance plans.
If additional insurance coverage is discovered after claims are processed and results in payment recoupment or claim reversal, the client will be responsible for the resulting balance.
Office locations
Averee Karras, AMFT also offers online video visits for patients
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Point Loma Nazarene University, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1770233041
How soon can I make an appointment with Averee Karras?
Generally, Averee Karras has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Averee Karras's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Averee Karras accepting new patients?
Averee Karras generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Averee Karras's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Averee Karras accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Averee Karras online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Averee Karras using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Averee Karras work with?
Averee Karras works with HOPE Therapy Group.
Where is Averee Karras's office located?
Averee Karras has 3 office locations, including in Markleeville, San Diego, and Chula Vista, view full addresses on Averee Karras's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Averee Karras?
Averee Karras frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Averee Karras on their profile.
What languages does Averee Karras speak?
Averee Karras speaks English.