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Joseph Sheris, Psychologist

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

FSA/HSA accepted
Great news, Joseph is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

More about Joseph

  • 35 years' experience
  • Male
  • Psychologist

I have been licensed as a Psychologist in Pennsylvania since 1993. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Kutztown University and a Ph.D. in Psychology from Northcentral University with 35 years of clinical experience in mental health treatment including 30 years in private practice. I am a Board Certified counselor through the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC) with certifications as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC). I have experience in the treatment of stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse history, motivation, self-esteem issues, self-confidence, and depression. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. My approach to counseling tend to be eclectic with cognitive behavioral and ecological underpinnings present. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage and I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self-esteem Depression Compassion fatigue Isolation / loneliness Panic disorder and panic attacks Phobias Post-traumatic stress Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia

Insurance Accepted

  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare

Licenses

Joseph Sheris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639170624.

  • Psychologist · Pennsylvania · PS006842L · Renews November 2027

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 Joseph Sheris offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Joseph Sheris 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 Joseph Sheris speak?

Joseph Sheris speaks English.

How many years of experience does Joseph Sheris have?

Joseph Sheris has 35 years of experience.

Where is Joseph Sheris licensed to practice?

Joseph Sheris is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Joseph Sheris accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Joseph Sheris accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Joseph Sheris accept insurance?

Yes, Joseph Sheris accepts Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.

Does Joseph Sheris accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Joseph Sheris 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 Joseph Sheris?

Joseph Sheris 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 Joseph Sheris?

Just tap the BOOK 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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap BOOK NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

FSA/HSA eligible