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Shannon Bettencourt, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Shannon 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 Shannon. View 10 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Shannon is wonderful! She connects with me and has very helpful and tactical advice. I leave our sessions with some great clarity on things that I’ve been trying to make sense of.

Reviewed September 2024

She is very easy to talk to, and asks a lot of great follow up questions. I'm vert happy with my choice.

Reviewed August 2024

More about Shannon

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

I am licensed in California with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Intimacy-related issues Depression Hoarding

Licenses

Shannon Bettencourt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952408601.

  • LMFT · California · 42581 · 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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Shannon Bettencourt

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

Overall rating:

4.5

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Shannon is wonderful! She connects with me and has very helpful and tactical advice. I leave our sessions with some great clarity on things that I’ve been trying to make sense of.

Reviewed September 2024

She is very easy to talk to, and asks a lot of great follow up questions. I'm vert happy with my choice.

Reviewed August 2024

I've said this before and I'll say it again--Shannon is wonderful. My time with her has been and continues to be so very helpful. She has given me tools that I can use in the real world that have a real impact on my ability to manage my mental health.

Reviewed June 2024

She’s great

Reviewed May 2024

Shannon listens to everything I say, she's attentive and gives really good advice. Since starting she's helped me work on my anxiety issues, I feel much better now with all of the coping tools provided and I would recommend her for anyone who's struggling.

Reviewed April 2024

Shannon is a godsend.

Reviewed January 2024

I really like her and what I get out of it

Reviewed December 2023

I appreciate Shannon’s perspectives And support.

Reviewed July 2023

Shannon has a way of getting to the heart-of-the-heart. After only a handful of sessions, we're diving into core-wound work (which she asked my consent for, which I really appreciated, because I felt like she allowed me to stand in my power to make a CHOICE to step into that work instead of creating space where I felt like I had to agree to it) and I am really excited to continue working with her.

Reviewed April 2023

Only one session so far but glad to get some tools from Shannon!

Reviewed November 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shannon Bettencourt offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Shannon Bettencourt 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 Shannon Bettencourt speak?

Shannon Bettencourt speaks English.

How many years of experience does Shannon Bettencourt have?

Shannon Bettencourt has 22 years of experience.

Where is Shannon Bettencourt licensed to practice?

Shannon Bettencourt is licensed to practice in California.

Does Shannon Bettencourt accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Shannon Bettencourt 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."

How can I communicate with Shannon Bettencourt?

Shannon Bettencourt 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 Shannon Bettencourt?

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.

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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.