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Dr. Sheila Gold, LCSW

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationLouisiana
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Attachment-Based Therapy
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About Sheila

Dr. Sheila Gold brings 20 years of clinical experience as an LCSW in Louisiana, working with people facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, parenting challenges, addictions, grief, career questions, self-esteem struggles, and ADHD.

Background and approach

Her practice emphasizes helping clients weather life transitions and regain a sense of direction when old patterns and communication difficulties get in the way of daily functioning and close relationships. Sheila’s style is grounded in empathy, active listening, and practical skill-building.

She combines evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness with attachment-informed perspectives to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts, notice emotional triggers, and strengthen interpersonal connections. Her client-centered stance encourages individuals to set personally meaningful goals and experiment with new ways of coping.

In sessions she blends acceptance-oriented strategies with structured interventions and motivational techniques to support behavior change and emotional resilience. Available to work with English-speaking clients in Louisiana, she offers flexible session formats to fit different needs while guiding people toward clearer priorities, improved communication, and more sustainable ways of managing stress and everyday challenges.

Integrating Evidence-Based Approaches into Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values and take committed steps toward them, even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise; it is often useful for stress, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and gently challenging unhelpful thinking patterns and building practical skills for managing anxiety, mood, and behavior. Mindfulness-based elements teach present-moment awareness and grounding practices that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the work, and the therapist treats that as a collaborative process. She will discuss goals, preferences, and previous experiences to tailor which methods to emphasize, adjusting techniques as progress is made so clients feel more confident that the plan fits their needs.

Online therapy with this clinician is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, support incremental skill practice between meetings, and allow people to access consistent support from their own environment.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
She works with a broad set of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, parenting, addictions, grief, self-esteem, career issues, coping with life changes, coaching needs, and ADHD.
What is the general therapeutic style used in sessions?
The approach is compassionate and client-centered, blending active listening with collaborative goal-setting to help clients explore emotions and try new coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has 20 years of professional experience practicing as a licensed clinical social worker in Louisiana.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
She is an LCSW and practices in Louisiana; the license detail on file is LA LCSW 4761.
Which languages are offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions available?
Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to availability and preference.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issues

Also works with

AddictionsGriefSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Louisiana

Languages

English

What Sheila can help with

Dr. Sheila Gold works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues.

Sheila works with clients navigating relationship issues, family conflicts, and individual growth challenges.

Sheila works with clients with stress and anxiety.

How Sheila approaches therapy

Sheila's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Sheila is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Louisiana, with 20 years of clinical experience.