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Sandy Shehata

Counseling Purpose Mental Health
Telehealth Telehealth
Available this week
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma

Introduction

Sandy Shehata is the founder & owner of Purpose Mental Health and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of NJ, dedicated to providing counseling services to clients suffering from various mental health problems, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, family conflict, complex PTSD, and trauma. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in Counseling Psychology at Saint Elizabeth University, where she is specializing in trauma-informed care. Sandy holds a Master’s in Professional Counseling from Seton Hall University. Her clinical experience spans community mental health centers, hospitals, private practice, and nonprofit humanitarian organizations. She has provided individual therapy, crisis intervention, and psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults impacted by trauma, abuse, displacement, and systemic inequities. Sandy has worked extensively with survivors of war, trafficking, interpersonal violence, and other complex forms of trauma, as well as children and families involved with child protective services. Drawing on a trauma-informed approach, Sandy’s therapeutic style is grounded in safety, trust, empowerment, and cultural responsiveness. Fluent in Arabic and experienced in collaborating with interpreters, she is passionate about supporting clients from diverse backgrounds. Sandy’s mission is to create a space where every individual feels seen, valued, and supported on their healing journey.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Middle Eastern/North African

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments

Licenses

  • LPC #37PC01228300 (NJ)

Specialties

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)

Languages

  • Arabic
  • English

Faiths

  • Christian

Payment options

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • 90834 Individual Therapy (45mins) $150
  • 90837 Individual Therapy (60mins) $180

Professional Information

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree, Counseling Psychology - Rutgers University
  • Master's Degree, Counseling Psychology - Seton Hall University
  • Doctoral Degree, Counseling Psychology - Saint Elizabeth New Jersey

Professional Affiliations

  • American Psychiatric Association (APA)

FAQ

Is Sandy Shehata accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Sandy Shehata is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website.
Does Sandy Shehata offer telehealth appointments? Sandy Shehata does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Sandy Shehata specialize in? Sandy Shehata specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and Trauma.
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