I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, originally licensed in Texas, and licensed in Washington since June of 2022. I have been with Betterhelp for close to 1 1/2 years. I have seen a lot, done a lot and I've visited many places. I believe all of my experiences thus far bring a unique perspective to my counseling style. I am young at heart, non-judgmental, and easy to work with. I have a great deal of experience working with individuals affected by depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, poor self-esteem, and life change. I try to gain a deep understanding of my clients and formulate therapeutic interventions based on individualized needs.
I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Washington, Seattle. I immediately moved to Virginia to work on my Forensic Psychology Master’s, learning there that I had a passion for working with victims. After a few years of exploring and not being very satisfied with my career options, I moved back to Texas and pursued a Master’s in Counseling at Southern Methodist University, with a focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
During my practicum and internship at The Children’s Advocacy Center for Denton County, I worked with victims of domestic, sexual, and physical abuse at . I have experience in Play Therapy, Trauma-focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, with both individuals and groups. I am also trained in Gottman Level I Couple's therapy. Over the last several years, I have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, including 2 years at a Children's Advocacy Center, in a hospital setting, and leading a drug and alcohol intensive outpatient program. I also facilitated an anger management group for probationers, and I've worked with behavior-disordered children in the community. I have been a contract therapist with Betterhelp and in private practice for about 5 years.
Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Attachment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
WA LMHC LH 61265358
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Very nice, helpful and understanding would definitely recommend Sheila!
Written on Jul 12, 2023 after therapy with Sheila for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Amazing! She’s amazing she’s kind and sweet she well take the time to gather resources for your needs so you have them available to refer back to at anytime! Definitely recommend better help! And I definitely recommend Sheila!
Written on Feb 28, 2023 after therapy with Sheila for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, anger management, and adhd
Sweet and friendly!
Written on Jan 22, 2023 after therapy with Sheila for 1 week on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Sheila is the best therapist I have ever had. She genuinely cares about how you are doing and she responds to messages in a very timely manner. My work only covers 6 sessions, but if I am able to, I am definitely willing to pay for more after as needed cause Sheila really takes the time to address any issues and concerns you have.
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Sheila for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
best therapy/therapist ever deserves a raise
Written on Sep 03, 2022 after therapy with Sheila for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, and bipolar disorder
Thank you for everything Sheila :)
Written on Jun 11, 2022 after therapy with Sheila for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, eating disorders, and coping with life changes