Sheila Owens, LCSW
- Compassionate tailored care
- Experience across life changes
- Stigma reducing advocate
About Sheila Owens
Sheila has supported adults navigating stress, depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, motivation challenges, and issues related to self-esteem and confidence. Her experience includes working with a wide range of adult mental health diagnoses and helping people manage major life transitions and changing circumstances.
Sheila believes therapy should be shaped around the individual, so she tailors the conversation and treatment plan to match each client’s needs and goals. She recognizes that reaching out for help can take courage, and she focuses on offering steady support and encouragement as clients take meaningful steps toward change and a more fulfilling life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Sheila Owens have?
Sheila Owens has 8 years of experience as a therapist.
Is Sheila Owens a licensed therapist?
Yes. Sheila Owens is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) in California. License number: CA LCSW 115925.
In which languages does Sheila Owens provide therapy?
Sheila Owens provides therapy in English.
Where is Sheila Owens located?
Sheila Owens is located in California.
How can I work with Sheila Owens as my therapist?
Sessions with Sheila Owens are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that best fits their needs and schedule.
Does Sheila Owens work with international clients?
No. Sheila Owens does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Sheila Owens 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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 tools that translate well to online sessions
Sheila Owens draws from evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and practicing practical strategies to respond differently, which can be especially helpful for stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and healthier relationship patterns. It can support clients who feel overwhelmed by intense emotions, conflict, or rapid shifts in mood and who want more steadiness in daily life. Sheila also incorporates mindfulness-based practices to help clients slow down, build awareness, and respond with greater intention during difficult moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sheila collaborates with each client to clarify goals, understand what has and has not helped in the past, and choose strategies that fit the client’s needs, preferences, and pace.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to stay consistent, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and get support during periods of change.