Last edited 11/22/2023
Dr. Heather SheetsLicensed Psychologist, Telehealth Provider
Licensed Psychologist, Telehealth Provider
She / Her / Hers
Accepting New Clients
Online in Virginia, Illinois and Florida
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWhiteHeterosexualChristianity
Get To Know Me
In what ways do your life philosophy and treatment philosophy overlap?
Often, clients start therapy and are so disconnected what they are doing to actually survive and cope with overwhelming emotional and relational pain.
This overwhelming feeling and increased experience of distress can dull a person’s ability to identify and believe in their own capabilities and strengths.
Psychological distress can cover the most vibrant experiences in a gray or even black cloak of despair.
Therapy is not about changing what makes a person unique. I believe therapy is about building on the individual and unique positive characteristics of every person.
Successful therapy should identify untapped inner strengths that maybe have been quieted or ignored. Successful therapy is about turning pain and psychological distress into emotional strength and resilience.
Endings with clients are sad because I no longer have the incredible privilege of witnessing their life journeys.
Ending are also much sweeter when a client doesn’t credit me with the identified personal changes but instead gives the credit rightfully to themselves.
At the end of our work, I hope the identified strengths, skill sets, coping mechanisms, positive qualities, and personal characteristics they have at the end of therapy they now see were present all along. Present before they even met me.
The experienced change is due to their bravery to see themselves truly and live authentically. To live in a vibrant world, not dulled gray or black but that includes shades of both they have control over.
Learn more about my:
Location
Online Therapy
Specialties
Specializes in
AnxietyRelationship IssuesDivorce & separationLife transitionsInfidelity
General Expertise
AnxietyWork StressRelationship IssuesSelf-EsteemSocial AnxietyCollege & graduate student issuesCommunication issuesDivorce & separationFertility IssuesLife coachingLife transitionsMen's healthParenting issuesStep-family/Blended Family IssuesStressTransition to new parenthoodWomen's issuesInfidelityPeer Relationships
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingEmotionally Focused TherapyAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureVirginia, Licensed Psychologist, 0810007238Illinois, Licensed Psychologist, 071.007365Florida, Telehealth Provider, TPPY2236
Training/CertificationsHealth Service Provider in PsychologyTelehealth ProviderAuthority to Practice Interjurisdictional TelepsychologyASPPB Certificate of Professional Qualification in Psychology
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Doctorate of Psychology, Clinical Psychology, 2006
James Madison University, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Women's Studies, 1999
Work HistoryDr. Heather Sheets has been a licensed clinical psychologist for 16 years with a doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA approved education and training program. She completed an APA approved doctoral internship at the University of Notre Dame where she received a specialty in alcohol and substance assessment and treatment.
Following her internship, Dr. Sheets completed formal post-doctoral training at Northwestern University where she further developed expertise in short-term therapy, CBT, and narrative therapy. Once licensed, Dr. Sheets became the substance abuse coordinator at Northwestern University and opened her private practice in downtown Chicago and now practices outside of Washington, D.C.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Dr. Heather Sheets, Licensed Psychologist, Telehealth Provider, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Heather Sheets accepting new clients?
Yes, Heather Sheets is accepting new clients for online therapy in Virginia, Illinois and Florida.
Does Heather Sheets accept insurance?
No, Heather Sheets does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Heather Sheets offer?
Heather Sheets offers therapy for individuals.
Does Heather Sheets offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Virginia, Illinois and Florida can book Heather Sheets for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Heather Sheets offer online therapy?
Yes, Heather Sheets offers online therapy via video sessions and phone sessions to people in Virginia, Illinois and Florida.
How quickly can I see Heather Sheets?
Heather Sheets typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Heather Sheets speak?
Heather Sheets conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Heather Sheets online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Heather Sheets online using Choosing Therapy’s directory.
Find Similar Therapists Near You