Sheila Funk-Jansen

(LISW, LCSW)

About Me

Hello, my name is Sheila Funk-Jansen. I am a licensed clinical therapist in Iowa and Illinois. I graduated with my MSW in social work in 2003 from University of Missouri-Columbia. I have worked with a variety of courageous people in my journey to help them be more vulnerable, brave, and resilient. For the last 25+ years, I I have worked with people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, family conflicts, and many other areas of life. I believe people have the resiliency to move the barriers that life presents to us. Life is all about learning. Learning about ourselves and giving up our comforts in life are scary even if they are unhealthy. Each person is unique and I am here to start where you are at in your journey. I utilize therapy approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focus Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing along with utilizing other modalities. The client and therapist's alliance is crucial in providing a safe, non judgmental space to be open and vulnerable to see their potential and resiliency to grow when experiencing hurt and pain.

I see people through the week along with some weekends. I work with schedules as much as I can to help get people in sooner when needed. I look forward in working with you. Sheila

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Relationship issues
  • Grief
  • Self esteem
  • Depression
Also experienced in:
Family conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Coping with life changes , Abandonment , Aging and Geriatric Issues , Blended Family Issues , Cancer , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 25

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LISW #007836 (Expires: 2022-12-31)

LCSW #149014820 (Expires: 2021-11-30)

LCSW #2021025595 (Expires: 2022-09-30)

Reviews

Written by A.L. on Jul 21, 2021 after counseling with Sheila for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Shelia has been so supportive during these last few months. She is honest and open, and very easy to talk with.

Written by A.M. on Jul 20, 2021 after counseling with Sheila for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and anger management

Sheila is amazing to work with. She is very attentive and easy to talk to. She keeps the conversation going which I appreciate Because that is not my strong suit.

Written by A.N. on Apr 16, 2021 after counseling with Sheila for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and compassion fatigue

Sheila is incredibly kind and insightful. Just during our first session she opened my mind up quite a bit. She has been wonderful to speak with and I look forward to continuing to work with her.

Written by R.U. on Feb 24, 2021 after counseling with Sheila for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd

Made me feel very comfortable and understood. It was easy to talk to her and open up to her.

Written by J.E. on Jan 17, 2021 after counseling with Sheila for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and bipolar disorder

I have only had one session with Sheila and I can’t already tell she is going to be great! I felt an instance connection talking to her today! Can’t wait for our next session!

Written by A.N. on Dec 16, 2020 after counseling with Sheila for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Dr. Sheila is the best. I feel safe and supported when I'm talking to her, and our sessions have had a very positive impact on my life.

Written by M.A. on Dec 03, 2020 after counseling with Sheila for 2 weeks on issues concerning grief

I have been working with Shelia for a few weeks now and I really think our sessions have been very helpful. She is very easy to talk and always there to listen. She has helped me deal with a very rough time life.

Written by L.E. on Nov 25, 2020 after counseling with Sheila for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd

Helpful advice and supportive approach.

Written by M.E. on Oct 05, 2020 after counseling with Sheila for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

I’ve had a few sessions with Sheila and she’s absolutely wonderful! She’s been encouraging but up front in a way that allows me to make the necessary decisions I need for healing and growth. I can’t thank her enough for being on this journey with me.