Work with Sheika Cox-Bey (LCSW) - BetterHelp Online Therapist

About Me

Welcome to BetterHelp. I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois. I have been within the field of altruism at varying capacities since high school. I received a Bachelor of Science-Psychology from Loyola University and a Master of Social Work from UIC-Jane Addams. I love what I do and was blessed to find my passion early in life. My experiences ranges from the medical/hospital arena, to community case management, into individuals and families impacted by HIV/AIDS, and even employment counseling for individuals experiencing a career transition. I currently provide individual and group therapy to youth and families.

While I have been a professional counselor for just over 14 years, I continue to approach each client situation and make recommendations with a fresh perspective. My treatment approach incorporates techniques of Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) utilizing a Strengths perspective. In utilizing these techniques, I also assist the client to understand their interconnected role and functioning within various systems. All of this to state that I bring a unique balance of academic rigor and high fidelity practice into each session.

In working with clients, I have a simple goal. I hope to assist you to achieve your highest level of functioning so that you can look in the mirror with confidence and fulfillment. I work with your strengths to incorporate non-intrusive techniques. Eventually, these techniques will come natural and you can apply them across various systems. It's not always a simple journey but I will be here to provide tools that will empower you in multiple areas of mental health, emotional and professional functioning.

Specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes

Also experienced in:
Addictions , Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Grief , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Coaching , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Caregiver Issues and Stress , Codependency , Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) , Emptiness , Forgiveness , HIV / AIDS , Isolation/Loneliness , Life Purpose , Postpartum Depression , Pregnancy and Childbirth , Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) , Self-Harm , Self-Love , Women's Issues , Workplace Issues , Young Adult Issues Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing

Years of Experience: 15

Services Offered

Messaging
Live Chat
Phone
Video

Licensing

LCSW #149017631 (Expires: 2023-11-30)

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Sheika Cox-Bey. We don’t pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Written by C.Y. on May 19, 2022 after therapy with Sheika for 1 year and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Life-changing, I see a real difference in my communication skills and my coping strategies

Written by M.O. on Dec 30, 2021 after therapy with Sheika for 1 year and 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd

Sheika has been an incredible help this past year I have been on BetterHelp! She is compassionate and level-headed, and she assisted in me successfully learning how to manage my struggles with anxiety and ADHD. She was extremely accommodating to my schedule and I was always able to get an appointment with her at least every couple of weeks. I would definitely recommend Sheika to friends or family using BetterHelp!

Written by Q.I. on Apr 18, 2021 after therapy with Sheika for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

She is awesome!

Written by T.R. on Nov 06, 2020 after therapy with Sheika for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd

i absolutely loved my treatment with dr cox-bey! she really takes everything you say to heart and does her absolute best to help you work it out and make you feel safe and loved!! i would recommend her to all of my friends for treatment because she really is the best at the job! she’s the best counselor i’ve ever had!

Written by W.E. on Sep 22, 2020 after therapy with Sheika for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Sheika is absolutely wonderful, she helped me through my worst points and made me see everything in perspective. She gave me great tips on my situation and I will always carry her advice going forward.

Written by M.A. on Jul 28, 2020 after therapy with Sheika for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety

Sheika is great! She listens and remembers what we've discussed, and she encourages me to keep focusing on making incremental progress toward my goals.

Written by J.U. on Jul 18, 2020 after therapy with Sheika for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts

Sheika is wonderful. She listens intently and is very knowledgeable. Sheika goes above and beyond by communicating between sessions. I can not recommend her highly enough.

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