As a licensed therapist serving clients in Illinois, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice centers on empowering women, particularly those navigating relationship dynamics, personal identity, and healing from past experiences.
With expertise in addressing depression, trauma, self-esteem, and intimacy-related concerns, I offer a compassionate, culturally responsive approach. My work focuses on helping clients develop self-love, improve communication, explore life purpose, and work through difficult experiences like divorce, body image struggles, and interpersonal challenges.
Drawing from a holistic perspective, I create a supportive environment that honors each person's unique journey. I'm committed to walking alongside my clients as they cultivate resilience, understanding, and personal growth. Whether you're seeking guidance through relationship issues, processing past trauma, or exploring your identity, I'm dedicated to providing thoughtful, affirming support.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Career difficulties, Abandonment, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Self-love, Sexuality, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy
IL LCPC 180.017063
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Shelia Cisco. 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.
Shelia is easy to talk to and explains things in a clear and honest way. She doesn’t sugar coat things… and she’ll comment on things that may feel uncomfortable to the patient (me), but it’s also honesty. I trust her
Written on Jul 15, 2025 after therapy with Shelia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Ms. Cisco is very kind, professional and wise.
Written on Jun 19, 2025 after therapy with Shelia for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
I’ve been working with Shelia for a little while now, and I truly can’t say enough good things about her. She brings such a calming, grounded presence to every session. What I appreciate most is how she incorporates the Bible in a thoughtful and uplifting way that helps me process and work through my challenges. Her guidance always feels rooted in both faith and wisdom.
She’s also been incredibly helpful with relationship issues—she listens without judgment and helps me understand the deeper patterns while giving me practical tools and encouragement. I always leave our sessions feeling lighter, more confident, and more connected to myself and to God. I’m so grateful to have her support on this journey.
Written on Jun 17, 2025 after therapy with Shelia for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief