--- title: "Sharla Rose Perola, RPsy - Psychologist Philippines | Saya" url: https://talksaya.com/therapists/sharla-perola description: "Sharla Rose Perola, RPsy is a licensed psychologist at Saya specializing in Anxiety Disorders, Trauma and PTSD, Depressive Disorders. Book online therapy ses..." lang: en --- 🎉 Special Offer for New Users: 10% off your 1st session and 15% off your 2nd session when you start your mental health journey with Saya Back to All Therapists (https://talksaya.com/therapists) Image: Sharla Rose Perola, RPsy, licensed psychologist at Saya (https://talksaya.com/__l5e/assets-v1/ddeb5502-47c9-4fb7-b710-5db4187f78ed/sharla-perola.png) # Sharla Rose Perola, RPsy Saya Psychologist Masters in Counseling Psychology | Ateneo de Manila University Anxiety Disorders Adjustment Disorder Suicidality Risk Dissociative Disorders Personality Disorders Depressive Disorders Trauma and PTSD Burnout Academic Pressure Decision Making Dilemmas Self-Esteem Challenges Career Concerns Life Transitions Grief and Loss Finding Purpose Relationship Issues Infidelity/Trust Issues Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Motivational Interviewing (MI) Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) Family Systems Therapy Narrative Therapy Integrative Therapy 18+ years English Filipino ## About Sharla Rose Perola, RPsy I am Sharla Rose Perola or Lala, and I am a Registered Psychologist with 18 years of experience in counseling, psychological assessment, and mental health program development. I pursued psychology because I have always been deeply curious about human behavior and inspired by people's capacity for growth, resilience, and healing. My greatest motivation has been witnessing individuals gain insight into themselves, navigate life's challenges with greater confidence, and create meaningful changes in their lives. I especially love helping people uncover the patterns, beliefs, and strengths they may not yet recognize in themselves. There is something incredibly meaningful about seeing someone reconnect with their own resilience and realize they already possess many of the inner resources needed to move forward. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, spending quality time with my family, and creating memories through new experiences. I strive to approach every person with empathy, authenticity, and respect, believing that genuine understanding is often where meaningful and lasting change begins. ### My Approach to Therapy I believe some of life's most meaningful breakthroughs begin with a conversation rooted in curiosity and compassion. To me, therapy is one of the few places where people don't have to pretend to have everything figured out. My approach is grounded in genuine curiosity, empathy, and collaboration. Rather than focusing on what's "wrong," I believe in understanding each person's story, making sense of the experiences that have shaped them, and gently uncovering the patterns that may be keeping them stuck. I believe that deeper self-understanding creates the opportunity for meaningful and lasting change. I see therapy as a space where emotions can be processed without judgment, thoughts can be explored with curiosity, and people can simply show up as they are. Rather than offering quick answers, I value creating a space that encourages reflection, self-discovery, and the rediscovery of one's strengths and resilience. To me, some of the most meaningful moments in therapy happen when people begin to see themselves with greater compassion, clarity, and hope. ## What to Expect Here's how your sessions with Sharla will look. ### Initial Assessment First session We'll explore your concerns, history, and goals together. Sharla will craft a personalized treatment plan tailored to you. ### Ongoing Sessions Weekly / bi-weekly Dive deeper into challenges, build coping strategies, and work toward your goals. Every session builds on your momentum. ### Between-Session Support Anytime Message Sharla through the Saya app whenever you need to check in, ask a question, or share something between sessions. ### Progress Reviews Periodic Together, you'll reflect on what's working, celebrate wins, and adjust the approach to keep therapy aligned with your evolving needs. ## Structured data ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "MedicalOrganization", "@id": "https://talksaya.com/#organization", "name": "Saya", "url": "https://talksaya.com/", "logo": "https://talksaya.com/lovable-uploads/2d448e6d-d336-4bd7-a401-a52321ae4525.png", "sameAs": [ "https://www.facebook.com/sayatherapy", "https://www.instagram.com/saya.therapy.ph/", "https://www.youtube.com/@talksaya", "https://www.linkedin.com/company/talksaya" ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://talksaya.com" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Therapists", "item": "https://talksaya.com/therapists" } ] }, { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": [ "Person", "MedicalProfessional" ], "name": "Sharla Rose Perola, RPsy", "jobTitle": "Saya Psychologist", "image": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://talksaya.com/__l5e/assets-v1/ddeb5502-47c9-4fb7-b710-5db4187f78ed/sharla-perola.png", "contentUrl": "https://talksaya.com/__l5e/assets-v1/ddeb5502-47c9-4fb7-b710-5db4187f78ed/sharla-perola.png" }, "description": "I am Sharla Rose Perola or Lala, and I am a Registered Psychologist with 18 years of experience in counseling, psychological assessment, and mental health program development. 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