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Edward Sidebottom, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

FSA/HSA accepted
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Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Virginia

More about Edward

  • 10 years' experience
  • Male
  • LPC

I am licensed in Virginia with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, & coping with life changes. 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. 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

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes LGBT Grief Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue Chronic pain, illness, and disability Drug and alcohol addiction Family problems First responder issues Men's issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress

Insurance Accepted

  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia
  • BCBS Federal Employee Program
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Licenses

Edward Sidebottom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780332452.

  • LPC · Virginia · 0701011395 · Renews June 2026

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 Edward Sidebottom offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Edward Sidebottom 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 Edward Sidebottom speak?

Edward Sidebottom speaks English.

How many years of experience does Edward Sidebottom have?

Edward Sidebottom has 10 years of experience.

Where is Edward Sidebottom licensed to practice?

Edward Sidebottom is licensed to practice in Virginia.

Does Edward Sidebottom accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Edward Sidebottom 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 Edward Sidebottom accept insurance?

Yes, Edward Sidebottom accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia, BCBS Federal Employee Program, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, and UnitedHealthcare.

Does Edward Sidebottom accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Edward Sidebottom 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 Edward Sidebottom?

Edward Sidebottom 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 Edward Sidebottom?

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.

Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video

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.

FSA/HSA eligible