Shandrieka Vallare - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

17 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Shandrieka Vallare

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.

Licenses

LCSW

105743

LCSW

13313

Professional experience

ADHD
Anger management
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety

Additional Focus Areas

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
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

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

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“This is my first time doing therapy and I am hopeful that I will learn to navigate through difficulties in my life. Shandrieka seems genuine, caring and willing to help me through. So I am ready and hopeful!”

“She’s very personable and nonjudgmental. She has listened to me repeat the same thing over and over again and not wavered in her reassurance that I can achieve my goals and helping me believe that is possible as well”

“All in all I feel very supported and seen!”

“Shandrieka is very compassionate and listens to what is going on in my life and has been so helpful to me in my life.”

“We’ve only had our initial meeting but I felt comfortable and look forward to another session.”

“Shandrieka listens and knows when to advise and when to just nod along. She isn't just a yes lady and at this time in my life, I need someone who provides actual feedback and practical applications. She does just that! She lets me be who I am. If that's crying, yelling, staring into space, arguing with a dead man, she's there for it all!”

“First Session was really good.”

“Shamdrieka jumped right in with me during a stressful time in my life after my mother died. She is an amazing listener and guided me through a difficult time with keen insights. I feel much more grounded as I navigate this next chapter in my life equipped with new tools in my "toolbox."”

“My life has gotten 10x more peaceful since I began therapy!”

“Shandrieka has truly helped me regain my confidence and improve so many aspects of my personal relationships. When I first started BetterHelp, I was in a really dark place, but now even my friends and family have noticed a huge difference in me. I feel so much happier and more optimistic about life. Huge thanks to Shandrieka and BetterHelp for making therapy so accessible and easy to use. I’ve already recommended it to two people, and they’re seeing the benefits too!”

“Very attentive and thoughtful. Listens to me but also provides feedback.”

“She’s an amazing and understanding therapist!!”

“A very great easy going Woman made my sessions very comfortable and informative”

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

“Kind and caring. Happy we were matched!”

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