Dr. Albert Valadez, PACFA
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Albert is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Australia
More about Albert
- 22 years' experience
- Male
- PACFA
I am credentialed in Australia with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, & coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. The first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I work at the hospital on weekdays and see clients on BetterHelp on evenings and weekends.
• Extensive experience in addiction treatment
• Extensive experience treating surviours of domestic violence
• Worked with members of the LGBTQ+ community
• Professor at the University of Texas–San Antonio
• Counselling advisor for adult day care centres, serving the elderly and disabled
• Delivery of specialist counselling services to boys and men aged 8–25 (Australia)
• Private practice counselling (USA & Australia). I am a Mental Health clinical registrant with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). I have worked with children, families, individuals, traditional college-aged students, and the elderly in the United States and Australia. I have extensive experience working in Australia with at-risk youth in school settings. In addition, I have supervised master's and doctoral practicum/internship counselling students. I have published over 25 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters on addictions, FIFO worker's mental health, multiculturalism, gerontology, neuropsychology, leadership in secondary education, PTSD, and creative mental health interventions. In addition, I am exceptionally skilled at addressing psychological issues from a family systems perspective. I have experience working with Canberra's various social services units, including CYPS, domestic violence units and Legal Aid.
Qualifications and memberships
• PhD (Counsellor Education and
Supervision, St. Mary’s University, USA)
• CACREP (Council for Accreditation of
Counselling and Related Educational
Programs Accredited—United States)
• PACFA (Psychotherapy & Counselling
Federation of Australia, Registrant)
• MA (Counsellor Education, Texas State
University, USA)
• BA (Psychology, Texas A&M University,
USA)
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- PACFA · Australia · 24835 · Expires June 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Albert Valadez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Albert Valadez 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 Dr. Albert Valadez speak?
Dr. Albert Valadez speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Albert Valadez have?
Dr. Albert Valadez has 22 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Albert Valadez licensed to practice?
Dr. Albert Valadez is licensed to practice in Australia.
Does Dr. Albert Valadez accept clients outside of Australia?
No, Dr. Albert Valadez does not accept clients outside of Australia.
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 Dr. Albert Valadez offer?
Dr. Albert Valadez offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dr. Albert Valadez?
Dr. Albert Valadez 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 Dr. Albert Valadez?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
When you tap CHAT NOW 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.