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Sheila Adams, LPC

Solution-focused counselor for families and individuals
  • Solution-focused care
  • Ages 5 and up
  • Individual and family therapy

About Sheila Adams

Sheila Adams has worked in the mental health field for more than six years, building experience across child welfare and community mental health settings. She began her career supporting families involved in the child welfare system and later broadened her practice to community mental health programs, developing skills in both individual and family work.

Sheila has worked with clients as young as five and continues to support people across the lifespan, often helping families and individuals navigate complex life challenges. She frames her counseling style around practical, solution-focused work and aims to help clients identify steps they can take to move forward. In sessions she concentrates on clear goals and actionable strategies so clients can make progress in areas such as stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma, parenting, depression, and other concerns she commonly addresses.

By emphasizing forward movement and usable tools, Sheila seeks to partner with clients in discovering personal strengths and realistic approaches to change, supporting both short-term problem solving and longer-term growth.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sheila Adams have?

Sheila Adams has 10 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Sheila Adams a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - with license details AZ LPC 18521 and MO LPC 2022030499.

In which languages does Sheila Adams provide therapy?

Sheila provides therapy in English.

Where is Sheila Adams located?

Sheila is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Sheila Adams as my therapist?

You can work with Sheila Adams through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sheila Adams work with international clients?

Sheila Adams does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sheila Adams cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Sheila often draws on client-centered therapy, which focuses on creating a collaborative, supportive atmosphere where the client's perspective guides the work - this approach helps people feel heard and involved in finding their own answers. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that explores how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches skills to change unhelpful patterns; CBT is commonly applied for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. In addition, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is part of her toolkit for teaching emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills that can be useful for managing intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sheila works collaboratively with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors techniques rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model to care.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility that can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. These formats allow clients to access licensed professionals and therapists from home or work, reduce travel time, and provide multiple ways to engage based on comfort and scheduling needs.

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