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MA, MFT Sylvia Chamberlain

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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

More about me

Licensing: MA, MFT Years in Practice: 30 State: California

My name is Sylvia Fernandez Chamberlain. I have been a licensed Marriage, Family Therapist for the past 30 years. I have a B.A. in Theatre Arts from Humboldt State University. I graduated in 1982. I majored in dance and Native American Studies. I have a Master’s Degree from Antioch University in Clinical Psychology. I graduated in 1989. I supervised Graduate Trainees to be licensed as Marriage, Family Therapist through Antioch University from October 2020-December 2021

For years I struggled with my own early childhood trauma. After years of movement and studies in Native American Philosophy and Culture that addressed my personal identification, I felt more in control of my personal traumas. I was able to heal myself through movement and years of yoga meditation. All of which led me to believe that I could benefit others in their journey to heal.

I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Theory, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Trauma-Focused Therapy and Attachment Therapy to assist clients in recognizing their challenges and healing their hurt and pain. I am hopeful that I may do the same for you. I check my messages several times a day and will respond to your request within 24 hours.

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online 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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Issues
Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Depression Addictions Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD
Languages Spoken
English

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Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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Reviews for Sylvia Chamberlain

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(24 reviews)
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Sylvia is wonderful! She positive insights and actionable advice for me at every session. And I enjoy her outlook on life and the world. I am so pleased to have been matched with Sylvia.

Apr 13, 2024

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Sylvia is very professional and she truly cares about what she does. Extremely grateful for her.

Mar 24, 2024

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Sylvia is refreshing. I’ve never had a therapist like her. I am going to give it a go w meditating and praying, being the Catholic girl that I am!! She is also honest in her responses which I thoroughly respect.

Feb 01, 2024

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Sylvia is a gentle, kind therapist. She is patient and will take you through your healing journey at your pace. I am so grateful to her.

Jan 18, 2024

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Sylvia is so great to have in my corner :)

Nov 09, 2023

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Sylvia is always there for me when my family and I need guidance.

Oct 13, 2023

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Sylvia is thoughtful and very caring. Her years of experience working in therapy shows in the way she communicates and I have built a lot of trust with her. I always look forward to our conversations and I appreciate how she keeps me accountable when it comes to my mental health. She always reminds me to be kinder to myself. She is an amazing therapist.

May 25, 2023

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Sylvia is an amazing therapist and a wonderful woman. She is so helpful and I am lucky to have found her.

Apr 02, 2023

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Sylvia is amazing! She is so kind and listens to every issue I bring up. She provides insight into my life that I never thought of before.

Jan 30, 2023

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Sylvia is a wealth of knowledge and is quick to pinpoint what needs changing and offers solutions on how to change them.

Jan 24, 2023

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Sylvia is amazing and so kind! Her meditations and visuals are great too.

Jan 23, 2023

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Betterhelp has won the lottery in having Sylvia as one of their own. I am extremely grateful to have become one of her clients. The knowledge and insight she's given me has been truly a gift. I am definitely a much better person now then I was before. I have new eyes in the way I view myself and the world. I 110% recommend her to any and every one that seems lost or even if they don't think they need much therapy. Her expertise and warmness are paramount. Sylvia is definitely living her life purpose in helping people and in my mind as an emotional healer.

Dec 19, 2022

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Sylvia has helped me manage my anxiety and deal with my depression using a variety of techniques. She has also helped me to navigate my relationship with my partner during a very challenging time. We have not been meeting for very long, but I am grateful for her guidance and support which has already improved my life in so many ways.

Nov 11, 2022

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Sylvia heard every word I said, and responded to my situation in a calm and respectful way. I felt comfortable with her and look forward to continue working together.

Oct 05, 2022

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Sylvia is a great therapist. She’s helped me as I struggle through anxiety and navigate life situations. She gives great exercises and helps overcome anxiety.

Sep 08, 2022

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Good at calming me down, keeping me motivated and getting me to communicate

A.N.·Jul 19, 2022

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Sylvia is the absolute best! She remembers even the smallest details about previous sessions, which shows that she really listens and cares about her patients. She is very insightful and knowledgeable. She is also very intuitive and can sense how you are feeling, even through a video call. She is very prompt at replying through the chat feature. She is so talented at what she does and anyone would be lucky to be one of her patients!

S.A.·May 26, 2022

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I’m enjoying my time with Sylvia

K.E.·Apr 30, 2022

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Sylvia is very experienced and versatile with her style of therapy. She is very patient and kind.

K.O.·Apr 11, 2022

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My therapist is very consistent and proactive. Which makes me feel seen, heard and important.

M.I.·Mar 07, 2022

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Sylvia is so compassionate and understanding. She is patient in our sessions, and always makes sure to follow up on me and check in to see how I’m going. She has helped me through recovery process during a difficult time of my life. Thankyou so much Sylvia!

C.L.·Feb 28, 2022

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Sylvia has helped me by giving me tools to deal with situations I was unable to do so before. She is a great listener and helps me visualize and achive my goals.

R.O.·Feb 20, 2022

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Sylvia offers much needed sage advice. Anyone looking for more insight to themselves and what they could be doing better to be better, definitely needs a guiding light that is Sylvia. No one has all the answers, but sometimes we just need someone to help us gain a new perspective

G.E.·Feb 19, 2022

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She is beyond understanding

A.S.·Feb 18, 2022

Benefits

Affordable, convenient, and accessible, Sylvia Chamberlain offers counseling online

  • 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.