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I am Poonam Sharma, a licensed psychologist in
private practice in San Antonio, Texas. I earned my Ph.D. in counseling
psychology from The University of Texas at Austin in 1994. In my
clinical practice, I provide psychotherapy for adults and specialize in working with people
dealing with health issues, such as infertility, traumatic injury,
and stress. My coaching work
focuses on helping people increase their fitness levels, find balance in
their lives, and achieve their most important personal and
professional goals.
I have
served
on the faculty of The University of Texas Health Science Center at
San Antonio for several years in the Departments of Rehabilitation
Medicine, Psychiatry, and Community Dentistry. I was President
of the Bexar County Psychological Association in 2000-2001.
I am currently a professional member of
the American Psychological
Association, Texas Psychological
Association,
Bexar County Psychological Association, American Society
of Clinical Hypnosis, American Society for Reproductive
Medicine, Society for Assisted
Reproductive Technology, American
Fertility Association, and Resolve:
The National Infertility Association. I am credentialed as a Health Service
Provider in Psychology through the National
Register. I am certified to offer the mind/body program
for infertility created by
Dr. Alice
Domar, a leading researcher in the area of stress and
infertility.
I believe that it takes a true
partnership to bring about change in a person's life. My job
is to bring you the professional expertise that I have developed through
many
years of education and training. Your job is to tell the truth, take risks to be
open, and make an honest effort to follow through with what we
discuss. I will work very hard to make it comfortable for you
to be yourself so that you can take the emotional risks that are
necessary for growth. I will believe in you every step of the
way. As someone who has dealt with health challenges
personally, I believe I have a unique perspective on living life
fully, no matter what your personal limitations. My style is to listen
compassionately to understand
your situation clearly, help you set realistic goals,
and then support you as you take steps that will move you toward
the results you desire.
Click HERE to view my
complete curriculum vita.
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