- Trauma aware
- Practical coping
- Goal focused
About Shelia
Dr Shelia Rivers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. She helps clients facing relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and those coping with difficult transitions. Dr Rivers also addresses specific concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and communication struggles.
Her style is direct, compassionate, and collaborative. She aims to make therapy practical and focused on day-to-day changes. Sessions typically include clear goals, hands-on strategies, and attention to safety and pacing when trauma is involved.
Dr Rivers created a wellness program called Girl Get Your Life Together to help women move from survival mode toward a more grounded and purposeful life. That program reflects her interest in improving coping skills and building routines that support long-term well-being.
She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work. Examples named in her biography include cognitive behavioral methods, trauma-focused interventions, and solution-focused approaches. These tools are used to reduce symptoms, improve how people cope, and strengthen everyday functioning.
Dr Rivers holds a Master of Social Work and a doctorate in social work, and she also has a Master of Public Health. Her credentials include MS LCSW and LA LCSW. She practices out of Mississippi and conducts sessions in English.
If someone is feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for change, she encourages a first step of reaching out and completing a short matching process to see if her approach fits the person’s needs.
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options
Dr Rivers uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide her work. Cognitive behavioral methods focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression. Trauma-focused interventions concentrate on pacing, safety, and processing distressing experiences so people can regain control over daily life.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels manageable. Together they will try strategies and adjust the plan based on what helps most.
The therapist's biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also help people connect with a licensed professional from their community while working on stress, relationships, trauma, and coping skills.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dr Rivers address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include attachment issues, codependency, and communication difficulties.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach is compassionate, honest, and collaborative. She aims for practical steps, clear goals, and strategies that can be used day to day.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with people through trauma, relationship concerns, and life transitions.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds MS LCSW and LA LCSW credentials and practices in Mississippi.
Which languages are supported and can international clients be seen?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the best way to begin working together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.