Sheila Gault , LPC

Sheila Gault is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Michigan with 20 years of experience supporting adults through transitions, loss, and emotional challenges. She brings an integrative approach that blends contemporary psychotherapy with mindfulness practices and life-affirming perspectives to address issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, self-esteem, addiction, caregiving strain, and career or life-purpose questions.

Sheila emphasizes empowerment, authentic living, and self-awareness, working from a stance of unconditional positive regard to help individuals identify strengths and create meaningful change. Her approach often combines client-centered techniques with evidence-informed methods like cognitive behavioral strategies and dialectical skills, along with reflective and spiritual elements when appropriate. This flexible mix aims to restore emotional balance, improve coping, and support personal growth across emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions.

As a licensed counselor, Sheila focuses on practical tools and compassionate guidance to navigate difficult seasons and celebrate progress. She is known for a warm, respectful presence and a commitment to helping people move toward greater well-being and self-actualization.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Sheila uses client-centered therapy to place the individual at the heart of the process, creating a respectful, empathic space where personal values and goals guide treatment; this approach helps with self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. She also applies cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, and stress management. For clients who benefit from skills-based work, dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) offers practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness that support coping during intense moments.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process - Sheila partners with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. She emphasizes partnership and practical steps toward growth.

Online therapy with Sheila is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexible options to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier for people to access licensed professionals and maintain consistent care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.