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Shandrieka Vallare, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Shandrieka is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Shandrieka. View 44 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas and Louisiana

Recent reviews

Shandrieka listens to my concerns and offers a plethora of solutions. She is professional, compassionate and approachable.

Reviewed December 2024

Kind and caring. Happy we were matched!

Reviewed December 2024

More about Shandrieka

  • 17 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

Shandrieka is an experienced License Clinical Social Worker licensed in Texas and Louisiana, graduate of Southern University at New Orleans. She enjoys spending time partaking in self-care activities such as: mediating, listening to smooth jazz and engaging with loved ones. Shandrieka is passionate about helping people overcome life's difficult challenges, assisting individuals with developing new insights. She has had the privilege of providing individual counseling to young children, adolescents, adults and geriatric populations in an inpatient setting as well as community- based. Utilizing various therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Behavioral Therapy. Shandrieka views behavioral health as the primary component of holistic health, resulting in healthy families, personal relationships and stronger communities.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Depression Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Shandrieka Vallare's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578936985.

  • LCSW · Texas · 105743 · Expires December 2025
  • LCSW · Louisiana · 13313 · Expires August 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Shandrieka Vallare

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

44 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Helped Amazing Recommend Helpful Professional Easy Supportive Understands

Shandrieka listens to my concerns and offers a plethora of solutions. She is professional, compassionate and approachable.

Reviewed December 2024

Kind and caring. Happy we were matched!

Reviewed December 2024

She’s amazing and makes you feel listened and felt

Reviewed November 2024

She’s listens without judging

Reviewed November 2024

I love Mrs. Shandrieka. She listens to me!

Reviewed November 2024

Shandrieka takes the time to be patient and listens to me. Her feedback is always helpful!!

Reviewed September 2024

Shandrieka has been so helpful with my situation. She listens to what I say and responds so well, even if I go off into many tangents. She does an amazing job at remembering things that I have told her and it truly makes me feel like she cares. When the time comes to wrap up our conversation she doesn’t just abruptly end it, she makes sure that I know what to take away from the conversation which is amazing. I truly respect and appreciate her as a therapist!

Reviewed September 2024

Shandreika is an excellent therapist.

Reviewed July 2024

I have only had one session, but, I can already see that Shandrieka is an amazing listener and is 100% listening to all of my concerns. She did not rush me or show any signs of judgement and was EXTREMELY supportive. I am SO glad I signed up and will finally be getting the help I need!!

Reviewed June 2024

I’ve had 2 sessions with her so far and each time I feel great. She receives the information really well and responds even better. I look forward to our sessions.

Reviewed June 2024

Shandrieka is a stellar listener and very validating human. She cares and it shows. We are able to open doors early on plan to walk into those doors as we progress - highly recommended.

Reviewed May 2024

My first session with Shandrieka felt like a weight off my shoulders. Shandrieka really listened and articulated everything I was going through. I highly recommend you to book with Shandrieka!

Reviewed April 2024

This therapist is by far one of the best! She has excellent personal interest, skill, depth, and precision in delivering therapeutic techniques for great results. She followed me as I hopped around from one subject to another and still smoothly provided care and help to me. Her empathy is out of this world. From the very first session, I have felt understood, a sense of relief from my grief, and confident to manage my mental health in a positive manner. Of course, I would strongly recommend her but the quality of work she delivers, quite frankly, recommends itself! You will not be disappointed if you choose her.

Reviewed April 2024

Shandrieka is very concerned about her patients. She always makes good suggestions about how to cope

Reviewed March 2024

Great listener and very supportive of me reaching my goals. I would recommend Shandrieka for anyone who is seeking out therapy services!

Reviewed February 2024

She has a joyful spirit that empowers me every session.

Reviewed February 2024

Great counselor and listens well to what I have to say

Reviewed February 2024

This my first experience with therapy. I must say that Mrs. Vallare has really made it easy and comfortable for me to share my worries and concerns. I would highly recommend a first timer like me to choose her for a therapist.

Reviewed January 2024

Love my Therapist! She listens, responds well and has great feed back!

Reviewed January 2024

Great and compassionate counselor

Reviewed November 2023

Shandrieka's years of experience clearly shows in her sessions. She is kind and patient, yet gently pushes me to considering other ideas and options. By the end of a session, I always feel like I have new concepts to work on and I feel better knowing that I am in charge of the situation.

Reviewed January 2024

Shandrieka Vallare has truly made all the difference in my journey towards growth and cultivating more mindfulness in my daily life. She’s gotten me thru so much. She’s helped me discover new insights and has helped me bring light to some issues that had long been challenging for me. I highly recommend her!

Reviewed January 2024

Amazing therapist with genuine and valuable insight.

Reviewed November 2023

I appreciate her willingness to listen and support me without judgment.

Reviewed November 2023

Shandrieka is amazing!!!

Reviewed September 2023

She is easy to talk to and understand! She is also very patient and empathetic and a great listener and gives great advice!

Reviewed September 2023

I truly enjoy our sessions

Reviewed June 2023

It’s such a great experience and I’m glad I finally decided to do those

Reviewed March 2023

She is very helpful, supportive, and easy to talk to.

Reviewed March 2023

Shandrieka has been the surprise I didn’t know I needed. I was nervous when first matching to a therapist and at first I wasn’t sure but she has been incredible. She challenges me and helps me see different perspectives of situations I experience in ways that help me grow or think differently so I’m not left with intensely negative emotions. I’m glad she’s my therapist.

Reviewed November 2022

I cannot express how happy I am I was able to work with my therapist… she helped me so much

Reviewed November 2022

Therapy was the best decision I’ve ever made for myself. My therapist was the reason I was able to pick myself up from soul-crushing burnout. I am immensely grateful.

Reviewed September 2022

She's pits the Awesome in the Awesome Sauce!

Reviewed August 2022

Very professional, listens attentively and patient, looking forward to our next session…

Reviewed June 2022

Great job hearing me out and giving me direction

Reviewed June 2022

Shandrieka is an awesome therapist. She listens, relates, and makes you feel cared for. I've only had 5 sessions with her and can honestly say she's helped me figure out the core reason for my issues. I'm appreciative of that. Of her.

Reviewed May 2022

Great therapist. She listens and understands.

Reviewed April 2022

My therapist Shandrieka Poree has been incredibly helpful. In the short amount of time I've been working with her I've grown so much and overcome so man challenges, both in my personal and professional life. She's helped me navigate my recent diagnosis of ADHD and helps me deal with my anxiety I'm new ways. She's helped me build more confidence in myself. Shandrieka truly had been a life-saver!

Reviewed April 2022

Friendly and professional she is a great therapist as well. Highly recommend!

Reviewed April 2022

Great person

Reviewed March 2022

I was skeptical about getting a therapist but I was truly long overdue. I thought therapy was for other people, not me. After my first session, I no longer have those reservations. I love that Shandrieka has a patient and calming demeanor. She listens and ensures that she understands everything you are saying. I always come away with nuggets to think about and work on during the week. I truly feel like she is celebrating me and my journey and her encouragement is really invaluable at this point in my life.

Reviewed February 2022

I look forward to each session with Shandrieka. Sessions with her is everything you hope to get out of your healing process. Therapy can often leave you drained but when I leave from conversations with Shandrieka I feel prepared and energized for the days ahead.

Reviewed January 2022

3 sessions in and she has really helped me. I am 36 years and have not had 1 minute of therapy before this and she has already helped me open up and actually voice what I am feeling whichis very difficult for me and I would have said impossible.. Thank you Shandrieka

Reviewed December 2021

I feel like she understands what I've gone through and feel and I appreciate that

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shandrieka Vallare offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Shandrieka Vallare works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Shandrieka Vallare speak?

Shandrieka Vallare speaks English.

How many years of experience does Shandrieka Vallare have?

Shandrieka Vallare has 17 years of experience.

Where is Shandrieka Vallare licensed to practice?

Shandrieka Vallare is licensed to practice in Texas and Louisiana.

Does Shandrieka Vallare accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Shandrieka Vallare does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Shandrieka Vallare offer?

Shandrieka Vallare offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Shandrieka Vallare?

Shandrieka Vallare can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Shandrieka Vallare?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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