Jill Sheetz
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed to practice in California. I have worked in the mental health field for the past 23 years in a variety of settings. The bulk of my experience has been treating adults in community mental health settings, and in substance abuse. I am skilled in treating addiction, trauma, grief and loss.
The bulk of my experience has been treating adults in community mental health settings, and in substance abuse.
I am honored to be able to assist others in navigating life's complexities and finding meaning in their lives.
First session
In our first session introductions will be made, limits to confidentiality reviewed and we will begin the assessment process. Together we will review relevant history, identify problem areas and co-create treatment goals.
Strengths
I am a strength-based therapist always seeking to balance perceived deficits with positive attributes. I encourage those I work with to take risks and to learn and practice communication skills that will lead to healthier relationships.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I completed training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I apply skills learned to assist individuals in identifying thought distortions and patterns that create negative, self-defeating and anxiety producing thoughts. Skills are taught to address and counter unproductive thoughts and behaviors.
Mindfulness-Based Therapy
I have training in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I incorporate breathing, body scans and grounding techniques into treatment with the goal of learning to experience the present more fully versus ruminating about the past or worrying about the future. I find this modality useful in treating depression, anxiety and trauma.
Motivational Interviewing
I have been trained in Motivational Interviewing and have used MI techniques when working with substance use disorders.
Location
Virtual sessions