Therapist profile
Sheila Cano, LPCC
California
LPCC counselor - Codependency and relationships
Continue with SheilaWhere Sheila stands
- Credentials
- LPCC
- License
- LPCC, California / 12884
- NPI
- 1730448465
- Experience
- 12 years
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Location
- California
About
- ACT
- CBT
- Attachment work
About Sheila
Sheila Cano is a Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) licensed in California with 12 years of experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, relationship struggles, low self-esteem, and trouble coping with life changes. Sheila speaks English and Spanish and helps people who feel overwhelmed by anger, grief, sleep problems, or career strain.
Sheila uses practical, talk-based methods in sessions. She draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thought patterns. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to notice values and make small behavior changes. Attachment-based work is part of how she looks at relationship patterns and codependency concerns.
In the room she focuses on clear, doable steps rather than long lectures. That can mean setting small goals, trying a new communication script, or practicing a short mindfulness exercise. EMDR is listed among her approaches and may be used when trauma memories are a factor.
Sheila adapts how she talks and plans treatment to fit a person’s situation. She mentions motivation and confidence work for people who feel stuck. She also supports those facing domestic violence, substance challenges, infidelity, and family conflict.
To get started clients follow the site process to match and schedule a first appointment. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Sheila does not work with international clients.
How sessions work
How her therapeutic approaches work online
Sheila commonly applies Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values. ACT focuses on noticing thoughts and choosing actions that align with what a person wants in life, which can be useful for people stuck in people-pleasing or avoidance patterns.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and change thought and behavior patterns that feed anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. CBT in online sessions often means working on short exercises, practicing new responses, and setting small homework tasks between meetings. Attachment-based therapy is another part of her work when relationship patterns and codependency concerns come up; this looks at how early patterns influence adult connections and communication.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the collaborative process. Sheila will discuss goals and preferences and help decide which methods to try first, adjusting the plan as needs shift. This is a shared decision rather than a one-size-fits-all prescription.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and remove travel time. Many people find remote sessions help them practice new skills in real-world settings between appointments.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Sheila works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and family problems, grief, sleep issues, anger, career strain, and coping with life changes.
What is her approach in sessions?
She uses client-centered conversation alongside cognitive behavioral techniques and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to set practical goals and change daily habits.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on issues like motivation, self-esteem, and substance concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, licensed in California.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and how much do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe at home, use the crisis and helpline numbers.