Sandra Shearer, PACFA
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Sandra 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 Sandra
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- PACFA
I am credentialed in Australia with 8 years of professional counselling and professional experience in community services, mental health and wellbeing supports. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. You and I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am honoured to facilitate the steps on your transition to enhanced health, wellbeing and mental health.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
- PACFA · Australia · 26339 · 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 Sandra Shearer offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sandra Shearer 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 Sandra Shearer speak?
Sandra Shearer speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sandra Shearer have?
Sandra Shearer has 8 years of experience.
Where is Sandra Shearer licensed to practice?
Sandra Shearer is licensed to practice in Australia.
Does Sandra Shearer accept clients outside of Australia?
No, Sandra Shearer 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 Sandra Shearer offer?
Sandra Shearer offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Sandra Shearer?
Sandra Shearer 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 Sandra Shearer?
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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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.