Sheila Stoner
I am a Tennessee licensed therapist with more than 12 years of professional experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges, transitions, and unexpected changes. My experience includes grief and loss, parenting concerns, anger and emotional regulation, relationship and family challenges, stress, and adjusting to change. I believe therapy should provide a safe, supportive space where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. You do not need to have everything figured out before beginning. Together, we can slow things down, explore what you are experiencing, recognize your strengths, identify patterns that may no longer serve you, and develop practical strategies for moving forward.
I have experience in assessing clients with coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, anger management, & coping with life changes.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized to your needs and goals. Reaching out for support can feel uncertain, especially when you are accustomed to handling things on your own. My role is to meet you where you are and support meaningful growth and change.
First session
Our first session is an opportunity for us to begin getting to know one another and for you to become comfortable with the therapy process. We will start with brief introductions and discuss what brought you to therapy, at a pace that feels comfortable for you. There is no expectation that you share everything at once or know exactly where to begin. As we talk, we will explore the concerns that feel most important to you, what you hope will be different, and any goals you may have for therapy. We will also begin identifying your strengths, needs, and areas where additional support may be helpful. Together, we will use this information to develop an individualized plan that can guide future sessions. My goal is for you to leave your first session feeling heard, supported, and with a clearer understanding of how we can work together toward the changes that matter to you.
Strengths
Having worked with a diverse range of clients for more than 12 years, I have learned that each person brings a unique story, perspective, and set of needs to therapy. One of my greatest strengths is creating a genuine, warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable being yourself, expressing what you are experiencing, and knowing that you are truly heard. My approach is collaborative and flexible, keeping the focus on what is most important to you while also considering your overall goals for therapy. I believe there is rarely a one-size-fits-all solution, so we will work together to identify coping skills, communication strategies, and new perspectives that feel realistic and meaningful for your life. I bring compassion, curiosity, encouragement, and understanding to our sessions while helping you recognize your strengths, explore patterns, and develop practical tools that support greater confidence, emotional well-being, personal growth, and meaningful change.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is someone who wants something in their life to feel different, even if they are not yet sure how to make that happen. I enjoy working with neurotypical, neurodivergent, and neurodiverse individuals from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, uncertain, or experiencing mixed emotions while wanting to better understand themselves and develop the tools needed to move forward. I welcome clients experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, grief and loss, trauma/PTSD, stress, low self-esteem, relationship or family concerns, attachment difficulties, substance use and recovery, eating concerns, ADHD, behavioral challenges, identity concerns, and significant life changes or transitions. I also provide an affirming space for LGBTQIA+ clients. You do not need to have everything figured out or know exactly what you need from therapy. We can begin where you are, identify what matters most to you, and work collaboratively toward meaningful growth.
Treatment methods
Integrative
I strive to meet you where you are by creating a relaxed, genuine, warm, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel comfortable exploring what matters most to you. I use an integrative and holistic approach, recognizing that your experiences, needs, strengths, and goals are unique to you. I believe therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and your needs may change as you grow and circumstances evolve. I use an integrative approach by thoughtfully drawing from different therapeutic methods and tailoring strategies to what you are experiencing, your goals, and what works best for you. During our sessions, we may explore patterns and past experiences, challenge unhelpful thoughts and beliefs, process difficult emotions, strengthen communication and coping skills, or develop practical strategies for managing current concerns. We may also build on your existing strengths and recognize what is already working well in your life. Throughout therapy, we will regularly consider your progress and adjust our approach when needed. My goal is to provide a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and supported while developing greater understanding, confidence, and skills that can help you create meaningful and lasting changes in your life.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- TennesseeLicense 4558