Sheila Derby McLean, LMHC — Therapist in Massachusetts

Hi there, I'm Sheila!

I strive to create a safe, respectful environment. I believe we can utilize challenges to create opportunities. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles and self-doubt.

My focus

I like working with many different types of individuals, couples, parenting, relationships, grief, and trauma.

My approach

I use a practical, common-sense approach focusing on the most distressing issues first. I will encourage new techniques to develop a positive plan of action.

My communication style

I have a warm interactive style. People feel comfortable and safe working with me.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was widowed twice before the age of forty. I was a single parent. I felt that by going through grief so young, as well as raising a child I may be able to help other people get through their problems.

My goals for you

I approach goal setting by asking what they would like to gain in sessions. I encourage identifying specific issues they struggle with and processing the positive outcomes.

Our first session

Getting to know each other, identifying expectations, and information gathering.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Non-denominational

Expertise

Specialties

Oppositional Defiance

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Object Relations

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Focus populations

Military/Veterans

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy
Family Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Allied
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Arts (MA) in Family Counseling from Eastern Nazarene College.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Sheila Derby McLean