- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma-informed care
- Practical coping skills
About Shelia
Dr Shelia Rivers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and major life changes. She is based in Mississippi and brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to helping people who feel overwhelmed or stuck.
Her style is straightforward and collaborative. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small, doable steps that make daily life feel more manageable. She encourages honest conversation and works with each person to build coping skills that fit their routine.
Dr Rivers draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, mood concerns, and relationship patterns. She also helps people facing issues like abandonment, attachment struggles, codependency, communication problems, dissociation, and the effects of divorce or separation. Coping with natural or human-caused disaster is listed among her focus areas for people dealing with that kind of stress.
She developed a wellness program called Girl Get Your Life Together to help women move out of survival mode and into more purposeful routines. The program emphasizes practical habits, clearer boundaries, and steady progress rather than quick fixes.
People who see Dr Rivers can expect a working plan tailored to their goals. She balances direct feedback with support so clients can try new ways of coping and notice what helps. Appointments and next steps are arranged through the site's intake flow and matching tools.
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Dr Rivers uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-focused interventions. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and helps people try small changes that can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Trauma-focused interventions help people process distressing events and build safety and coping skills over time.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose or adapt techniques that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That means trying methods, checking what helps, and shifting strategies if something isn't working.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Online care can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals can help you decide which approach and session plan will fit your routine and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Credentials
Mississippi, Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with major life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is compassionate and direct, with an emphasis on practical steps and collaboration to help clients make steady progress.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 15 years of professional experience working in social work and mental health settings.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is listed as MS LCSW and LA LCSW and practices from Mississippi.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.