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Sheila Owens, LCSW

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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Sheila. View 11 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Sheila Owens is AMAZING

Aug 2024

She is great! Very attentive and provides me with valuable jewels each session.

Aug 2024

More about Sheila

  • 8 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed in California with 7 years of professional work experience. I have been fortunate in being able to provide 30 additional years in the mental health field as a case manager/case coordinator. I am a community activist who aids in decreasing the sigma of mental health issues.

I have an extensive background in helping clients with stress, depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, motivation, and self-esteem, and confidence issues. I have experience working with an array of adult mental health diagnoses and treating individuals who are experiencing life changes.

I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Abandonment Avoidant Personality Body image Codependency Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent Personality Divorce and separation Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Forgiveness Hoarding Impulsivity Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Multicultural Concerns Personality Disorders Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Sheila Owens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134256886.

  • LCSW · California · 115925 · Expires June 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Sheila Owens

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

11 reviews

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Clients mention: Amazing Comfortable Grateful The best Best therapist Attentive Compassion Empathetic Great Helped

Sheila Owens is AMAZING

Aug 2024

She is great! Very attentive and provides me with valuable jewels each session.

Aug 2024

I have nothing but positive things to say about Sheila! Every session she made me feel comfortable and safe to talk with her. I shared with her a past bad experience with a therapist and she validated my feelings and assured nothing like that would happen with her, and it didn’t. She gave me the tools to reframe my way of thinking and it’s helped improve my life and relationships. I will genuinely miss her & our sessions now that i feel like i’ve gotten to a place where i don’t need therapy. But, if that were to change Sheila would be the first person i’d call!

Jun 2024

10/10

May 2024

Sheila is AMAZING

Apr 2024

The best therapist I have ever interacted with. So grateful for Sheila’s knowledge, wisdom and expertise.

Mar 2024

Amazing

Nov 2023

The best therapist I have ever worked with, I am so grateful to have found her

Nov 2023

Sheila Owens is an extremely talented, knowledgeable, and empathetic person. She approaches sessions with compassion, concern, and clarity. I have had issues with other therapists in the past, and I was pleasantly surprised with how helpful my sessions are. I trust Ms. Owens' expertise and recommend her unconditionally.

Nov 2023

Love my therapy sessions! Sheila listens, provides feedback and info, even when it’s not what I want to hear. She is thorough and understanding. I can feel and see progress and growth. Never felt more comfortable. Thanks, Sheila!

Oct 2023

Sheila is amazing! Truly has benefitted my life tremendously

Jul 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sheila Owens offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Sheila Owens 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 Owens speak?

Sheila Owens speaks English.

How many years of experience does Sheila Owens have?

Sheila Owens has 8 years of experience.

Where is Sheila Owens licensed to practice?

Sheila Owens is licensed to practice in California.

Does Sheila Owens accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Sheila Owens 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 Owens offer?

Sheila Owens offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Sheila Owens?

Sheila Owens 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 Owens?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.