Has a way of getting you to talk about deeply rooted issues and how to address them.
Sheila Askins, LCSW-C
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Sheila is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Sheila. View 47 reviews
- Great news, Sheila is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Maryland
Recent reviews
Sheila is open, warm, and understanding. She not only listens, but she provides strong techniques to deal with anxiety. She gives proactive options for dealing with high levels of anxiety.
More about Sheila
- 28 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW-C
I have worked in the helping profession for over 25 years because of my love for assisting populations to overcome issues, that hinders their ability to function to the best of their ability,using a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Approach.
Initially, I started with a background in Social Services to Families with Children, with a focus on stabilizing the family unit, by providing case management services and counseling to oppressed populations.
My experience evolved into my role as a Mental Health Specialist, providing counseling and Resources to Social Service recipients, who were experiencing problems becoming gainfully employed due to mental health issues , such as Depression and Anxiety issues. A focus on removing the barriers prohibiting them to obtain employment was identified, and counseling / case management, and family issues were addressed.
Substance Addiction/Abuse, and School Counselor is also a part of my expertise, and experience.
I look forward to assisting my clients identify, address, and work through issues that prohibit them to move forward, and to live the best life possible.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Sheila Askins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174812911.
- LCSW-C · Maryland · 18865 · Expires October 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Sheila Askins
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Has a way of getting you to talk about deeply rooted issues and how to address them.
Sheila is open, warm, and understanding. She not only listens, but she provides strong techniques to deal with anxiety. She gives proactive options for dealing with high levels of anxiety.
Sheila is understanding and makes me feel safe and seen. I really appreciate her strength and her faith- she is a wonderful support and I’m excited to have her to hold me accountable and help me work through difficult mindsets.
Sheila Askins is supportive , encouraging & resourceful. She gently guides you to consider options/ choices & supports you in your decision making process.
Sheila is so personable and makes you want to open up. She asks those deep questions that have you thinking to yourself, like dang, why do I do those things. Sheila is so caring and sweet in her delivery but will give you great worksheets and homework to truly work on things that you want to get better at. She listens with care and is always available.
Sheila Atkins is such a great listener. She provides me with insights that direct me in the right direction to attain my goals. She explains things clearly and the exercises she gives me are so helpful. 5 Stars!!!
She is attentive, a good listener and provides sound advice.
Good so far, very happy
So it's been about a year and a half that I have been seeing Ms. Askins. What's great about her is she listens to all my issues and concerns and addresses them well. She doesnt judge me for it and I feel I can always be myself and open up to her. She gives you great advice and coping strategies to cope with things you've been struggling with. She always responds pretty quickly whenever you message her as well. And most importantly for me, you can tell she truly cares about you and cares about helping you in anyway she can. She is literally god send.
Sheila was very attentive and she provided a variety of options to help me with my issues
It was a very good session, I learned a lot and got encourage I was glad to talk myself out and being listened and helped
Amazing therapist, great listener, fantastic advice
Has been really knowledgeable and receptive to my needs so far, fun to talk to as well
Sheila listens and gives great strategies to manage and move forward and past my concerns. I appreciate her help and guidance.
In 2021, my son was diagnosed with a mental disorder, my mother had surgery to remove a tumor from her adrenal gland, and I lost my sister, and father one month apart. Gradually, I started to disconnect from my family and found myself deeply depressed. For almost two years, I tried to pull myself out of my depressive state, but was unable to do it. After a year of working with Shelia, and prayer, I have slowly reconnected with some family, started a self-care regimen, and have more good than bad days. Thank you Shelia for your support.
Ms Askins is great. First and foremost, you can tell she really loves her job and really strives to listen to you and help you through your traumas and challenges. She listens to everything you have to say. Its greathat she doesn't judge you as well. I love that she gives me worksheets to work on and gives me suggestions on what I need to work on through the week. I highly reccomend Ms. Askins!
I love her she's amazing
I look forward to our therapy sessions. The sharing of questionnaires and fact sheets help to keep our conversations relevant and focused.
Excellent therapist. She is very helpful with my mental state and provides guidance on how I should approach various situations.
I've had 2 sessions with Sheila to date and can honestly say that I really appreciate her candor and objectivity. I look forward to meeting with her for future sessions.
A fantastic listener with a supportive ear! I always felt better and empowered after my sessions with! She is a wonderful therapist!
She’s wonderful! She is an amazing listener and gives lots of emotional support, as well as equipping her patients with practical advice and coping skills. She has been a game-changer for my mental health!
Sheila is a person easy to engage with good listener skills and knowledge to guide me with my issues will continue meeting with her.
I want to really recommend this therapist. I had her for about a month, and she helped me greatly realize things that I could've been doing to help better my mental health, but kept being far too hard on myself. I feel like I've realized the ways I can communicate with people in my life that may be a bit difficult to talk to, and I hope to practice that form of communication moving forward. She's wonderful.
Gets to the root of the issues.
Great listener and gives good advice.
Sheila created a comfortable space for me to share without judgment. She asked what my goals were upon starting my sessions and provided me coping methods alongside coping worksheets to begin my healing journey and supports my progress and consistency but also helps guide me through my thought processes when I stumble to understand the cause and incorporate proactive measures to stay on course.
Sheila was warm and inviting and made me feel comfortable to talk to her about anything without judgment. She was very responsive to messages and reached out to check on me regularly. She made the idea of therapy less daunting.
I love talking to her
Sheila creates a safe and supportive environment, which allows me to communicate my thoughts and feelings honestly and openly. Her counseling is aided me in dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma, and stress. She is a pragmatic therapist that I highly recommend.
Sheila cares about her clients. She makes sure she is updated on what has been going on with her clients on a weekly basis so that when we do get together, we can focus on current issues. She has given me tips on how to relax. She has given me tips on how to handle issues on my job. She makes sure she reviews all of the issues you discuss with her. She is so knowledgeable.
She is a good listener.
Great listener and problems solver
What I appreciate about Sheila is that she’s very helpful and honest. She’s also very practical with her advice and shows that she cares about my growth as a person.
She’s Very attentive, helpful and gives great insight. I love every session with her and plan to continue.
Sheila is very kind, understanding and non-judgmental. She always gives me a more positive way of viewing my situation and challenges me to learn from my experiences. I really appreciate her.
Thank you so much for all your help!
Strongly looking forward to the next session with Sheila Atkins
Sheila is attentive, kind and supportive. Takes time to listen and recommend tools to help with the situation.
She listens and then recommended several ways to cope with my issue. Her recommendations for treatment was very helpful.
Sheila is great and easy to express my emotions to.
She is sincere with her response
Sheila was professional, communicated well and efficient.
Sheila Askins listens well and facilitates effectively. She offers material, documentation, and artifacts for understanding, clarification, and implementation. I enjoy working with Sheila because she cares, works toward success, uses the time effectively, and ask for feedback to process improve. I have "grown" (developed) working with Sheila and independently. I will continue to put in the work and follow her guidance towards success.
Shelia was great and I throughly enjoyed discussing with her.
Sheila as been extremely patient with me, super professional understanding and compassionate. I enjoy working with her and I have grown a lot since starting my sessions.
Really good listener, very kind and respectful
Frequently asked questions
Does Sheila Askins offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Sheila Askins works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Sheila Askins speak?
Sheila Askins speaks English.
How many years of experience does Sheila Askins have?
Sheila Askins has 28 years of experience.
Where is Sheila Askins licensed to practice?
Sheila Askins is licensed to practice in Maryland.
Does Sheila Askins accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Sheila Askins does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Sheila Askins offer?
Sheila Askins offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Sheila Askins?
Sheila Askins can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Sheila Askins?
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