Sheilly (pronounced Shelly) Arora
My name is Dr. Sheilly Arora, and I have been a practicing psychologist for nearly 20 years. I genuinely love what I do and consider it a privilege to help people navigate life's challenges and improve their overall well-being. I specialize in several evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for depression, anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia, and PTSD. My primary clinical focus is **Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)**, the gold-standard, evidence-based treatment for chronic sleep difficulties. It is incredibly rewarding to see how transformative this approach can be, and I look forward to helping you achieve more restful sleep and a better quality of life if insomnia has been affecting you.
I am fluent in several Evidence Based treatments including and not limited to treatments for depression, anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia and PTSD.
Originally from the East Coast, I completed both my internship and postdoctoral training in California and have proudly called it home ever since. I feel fortunate to live and work in a community where I can do meaningful work helping others every day. This version reads naturally for a professional website, highlights your expertise in CBT-I, and conveys warmth without sounding overly formal. If your audience is primarily veterans or patients in a medical setting, I can also make it feel a bit more approachable and relatable.
First session
Your first session is an opportunity for us to get to know one another and begin building a collaborative plan. We'll discuss what brings you to treatment, review your history, and explore your current concerns, goals, and any questions you may have. If you're seeking treatment for insomnia, we'll spend time understanding your sleep patterns, routines, and the factors that may be contributing to your sleep difficulties. From there, we'll determine whether Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is the right fit and discuss what treatment will look like moving forward. My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based. I strive to create a comfortable, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and supported. Together, we'll develop a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Strengths
I believe that effective therapy is built on a combination of genuine human connection and evidence-based care. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I take the time to understand each person's unique experiences and tailor treatment to their individual needs rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach. With nearly 20 years of clinical experience, I emphasize practical, research-supported strategies that clients can apply in their everyday lives. Whether we're addressing insomnia, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, or PTSD, my goal is not only to help you feel better in the moment, but to equip you with lasting skills that promote resilience and long-term well-being. I strive to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to make meaningful, lasting change.
Ideal clients
I love working with people who are ready to make a change. I can help with depression, anxiety, pain, sleep and PTSD. If you're willing to do the work, I am here to guide you the best way I know.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
This is an Evidence Based Treatment used to help with insomnia, with an extremely high success rate. If the client is ready to do the work, to keep sleep diaries and work on their sleep hygiene, this is a wonderful, very short term treatment (only 4-6 weeks) to significantly improve one's struggles with insomnia.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I have worked with CBT with most of my career. It is an great treatment for so many reasons. It can help with anxiety, depression, pain, sleep and even anger. It's shown tremendous success when done correctly and has been around for decades.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
This is an Evidence Based treatment for PTSD, usually done in 12 weeks. It's been used for several years now, with much success. It entails having to do worksheet and homework, much of which is geared towards challenging and evaluating our irrational thoughts and behaviors.
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Also an Evidence Based therapy for PTSD, this treatment has a very high improvement rate. While a very emotionally challenging treatment, it yields amazing results. It involves approaching the trauma related memories and the feelings associated with it. In time, individuals learn that the trauma related memories alone can be tolerated, are not dangerous and do not need to be avoided.
Supportive
Sometimes we just need a place and a person to talk to, with an objective eye. Sometimes we need comfort, guidance and someone to challenge us, while still being supportive.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- CaliforniaLicense 21069