- CBT focus
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness tools
About Sheila
Sheila George is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri with 12 years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, and anger. Sheila also lists work with mood disorders, bipolar concerns, LGBT issues, and coping with life changes.
She uses straightforward listening and clear communication in sessions. She aims to create an environment where people can say what they think and feel without judgment. Sheila emphasizes practical conversation and active listening as the basis for problem solving.
Her approach draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. In practice this means talking through patterns of thought and behavior, practicing new coping skills, and trying small changes between sessions. Sessions tend to focus on what a person wants to change and what is realistic next step.
Sheila has worked with veterans and civilians on PTSD and with people coping with addictions and serious mental illness. She also lists many family-related concerns such as abandonment, adoption and foster care, blended family issues, divorce and separation, and family problems more broadly. Her background includes hospice and end-of-life counseling and work with veteran and armed forces issues.
Clients can expect practical, conversational work that focuses on managing emotions and improving day-to-day functioning. Sheila asks about current struggles, goals, and what has helped before, then builds small, doable steps to try between sessions.
How her therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what a person says so they can clarify their own goals. It helps people who need a direct, conversational space to sort out feelings and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is useful for anger that follows automatic thoughts or repeated behaviors.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills add concrete techniques for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. DBT tools are often taught in short practice exercises and can be used when anger flares or when relationships become strained. These approaches are presented in plain, step-by-step ways so the person can try them between sessions.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, priorities, and how a person prefers to work, then recommend which methods to emphasize. That plan stays flexible and can shift as progress or new concerns emerge.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists can coach practical skills, review exercises, and set simple between-session tasks that fit into everyday life without promising a particular format.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related concerns are handled?
She helps people who struggle with losing their temper, building resentment, workplace frustration, and living with someone else’s anger. Anger appears within a broader list of concerns she treats, including stress and relationship issues.
How would she approach work on anger?
She uses Client-Centered methods alongside CBT and DBT elements to identify thought and behavior patterns. Work typically includes practicing skills and testing small changes between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has 12 years of experience working in clinical settings and with veterans and civilians on PTSD, addictions, and serious mental illness.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in Missouri and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are offered for sessions?
Current session formats were not specified in the biography. Confirm available session options before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.