- Client-centered care
- CBT and solutions
- Men's wellbeing focus
About Sheila
Sheila Funk-Jansen is a licensed clinical social worker who brings 25 years of experience to her practice. She earned her Master of Social Work in 2003 from the University of Missouri-Columbia and holds LCSW and LISW credentials. Sheila focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and relationship and family concerns. She also supports those facing career changes, parenting strain, intimacy issues, and challenges with anger or self-esteem.
Sheila uses clear, practical methods in sessions so people can move forward. She often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to look at thoughts and actions that keep problems going. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to build on strengths and鼓励 change one step at a time.
Her approach centers on the relationship between the person and therapist. Sheila aims to offer a calm, nonjudgmental space where people can be honest about what’s hard. She starts where each person is and works at a pace that feels manageable.
Sheila has worked with people dealing with addiction, family-of-origin issues, divorce and separation, caregiving stress, blended family concerns, cancer-related challenges, and issues tied to aging. She emphasizes learning and growth, helping people notice small shifts that add up over time.
Sessions are scheduled around weekday and some weekend openings. Prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule based on availability. Sheila practices in Iowa and conducts work in English.
How Sheila’s approaches work for online care
Sheila commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy in her work. CBT helps people identify and change thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going, which can reduce anxiety and shift mood. Solution-Focused Therapy zeroes in on small, practical steps and strengths to create change quickly, which often helps when people feel stuck.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Sheila works collaboratively with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. She listens to personal preferences and adjusts the plan as progress is made so the work stays useful and realistic.
The practical benefits of online therapy can include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life. Online work can reduce travel time and make it simpler to have a shorter check-in when days are tight. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know which formats are available with Sheila, and then choose times that best fit your routine.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Iowa, Illinois, Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can Sheila help with?
Sheila works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns. She also addresses parenting strain, career changes, intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem, and substance-related problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
She uses a straightforward, client-centered approach that emphasizes the therapeutic relationship. She mixes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused techniques, and Motivational Interviewing to set realistic goals and build on strengths.
What background and experience does she bring?
Sheila earned a Master of Social Work in 2003 and has 25 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of life challenges and transitions.
Where is Sheila based and what credentials does she hold?
She practices in Iowa and holds LCSW and LISW credentials, with a Master of Social Work from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.