- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Social anxiety support
About Sheila
Sheila Vaz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Texas with six years of clinical experience. She works with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, self-esteem, and related concerns including social anxiety and phobia. Sheila keeps her approach straightforward and person-focused, encouraging practical steps toward better day-to-day functioning.
She believes the client knows their own story best and brings that perspective into sessions. That means conversations concentrate on what is already working and what small changes might help. Sheila uses clear, goal-oriented techniques alongside listening to each person’s concerns.
Her work draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the person’s lead and on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Sessions often include talking through situations, practicing new ways of responding, and setting manageable tasks between meetings.
Sheila has experience helping people with grief, relationship and intimacy issues, caregiver stress, first responder concerns, and sleep or eating problems. She also supports people dealing with obsessive thoughts, process addictions, postpartum difficulties, and life transitions such as divorce or serious illness.
Sessions are conducted in English and are structured to focus on the client’s goals. Before booking, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details. To begin, a short matching questionnaire is used to find an appropriate first appointment.
How her approaches are used in online sessions
Sheila uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s concerns and priorities, offering a listening stance and reflecting what matters most to the person. This approach helps people clarify goals and feel heard before choosing concrete steps.She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which focuses on identifying thought patterns and behaviors that keep anxiety or low mood going. CBT work can include breaking problems into manageable parts, practicing alternative responses, and setting small goals between appointments.
Choosing the right method is part of the work together. Sheila will help figure out which approach fits your needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts over time based on what helps most.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and avoid having to be on camera when that feels uncomfortable. Licensed professionals can use conversation, worksheets, and behavioral practice just as they would in person, adapted to an online setting.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she often help with?
Sheila works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, self-esteem, depression, social anxiety and related issues such as caregiver strain and grief.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a person-focused approach that listens first and then applies practical strategies. Conversations can include skills practice and small tasks between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your initial session.