Counseling Intern

My name is Karey May and I am a clinical student intern with Liberty University. From my personal life experience, I understand the value of being heard, as well as having someone sit with you while you navigate the path through some of life’s most difficult moments.

As a therapist, I value a balance of empathy and encouragement. I endeavor to help my clients identify strengths they may be unaware of that may result from their life experiences. I help my clients explore how family and past relationships may influence their worldview and current relationships, and whether those influences are helpful or less helpful to them now. I value diverse identities and believe each individual has inherent dignity, worthy of appreciation and celebration.

My approach to therapy is strengths-based and collaborative, working with others to find optimal solutions to improving functioning and well-being. I believe our environment shapes our identities, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and should always be considered when discussing how to manage best and overcome the challenges we face. I also aim to provide strategies for managing stress, communicating effectively, challenging avoidance, and building self-compassion.

Enneagram [ 9 ]

Karey is dominant in type 9, which is sometimes called the Peacemaker. She uses her “superpowers” of being encouraging and supportive to help individuals restore balance and harmony in their lives.