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Sheila George

LCSW

Sheila George , LCSW

Therapist in Missouri

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About Sheila

Sheila George is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Missouri with 12 years of professional experience. She has helped people manage stress, anxiety, depression, serious mental illness, PTSD among both veterans and civilians, and challenges related to addictions. Her work focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about thoughts and feelings without fear of criticism.

Empathy and support are central to her approach, and she prioritizes active listening and clear communication to understand each person's needs. Sheila collaborates with clients to explore coping strategies and practical steps toward a more fulfilling life. She recognizes that reaching out for help takes courage and positions herself as a steady, encouraging presence throughout the therapeutic process.

As an LCSW, Sheila combines clinical training with real-world experience to assist individuals facing complex emotional and behavioral concerns. Her practice emphasizes understanding the whole person and working together to find manageable, meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Sheila George uses several evidence-informed approaches to support clients, with an emphasis on collaboration and practical skills. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an accepting, empathetic environment where the client’s own goals and values guide the work; this approach helps people who need space to explore feelings and build self-understanding. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches concrete techniques to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, often benefiting those struggling with anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, offering tools for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Sheila works together with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions so they are practical and meaningful.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in this work through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, maintain continuity of care across locations, and access licensed professionals from a range of settings while still working toward the client’s goals.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Sheila George have?

Sheila George has 12 years of professional experience.

Is Sheila George a licensed therapist?

Yes. Sheila George holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as MO LCSW 2017044322.

In which languages does Sheila George provide therapy?

Sheila George provides therapy in English.

Where is Sheila George located?

Sheila George is located in Missouri.

How can I work with Sheila George as my therapist?

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

Does Sheila George work with international clients?

Sheila George does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sheila George 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Missouri

Languages

English

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