Shelia Ransom Jenkins

Compassionate evidence-based care for complex life challenges

About Shelia

Shelia Ransom Jenkins brings 20 years of clinical experience supporting people managing stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, depression, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

Shelia emphasizes building an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore feelings and experiences related to abandonment, attachment, communication struggles, control issues, divorce and separation, and recovery from trauma. Her work also addresses mood and panic disorders, social anxiety, isolation, self-love, life purpose, impulsivity, forgiveness, and issues specific to women.

Licensed as an LCSW in Illinois and as an LICSW in Minnesota, Shelia uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients identify patterns, develop coping skills, and pursue meaningful change. She encourages collaboration, recognizing that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life often requires courage.

In sessions she focuses on empowerment, practical strategies, and reflective exploration to support clients through difficult transitions and ongoing emotional challenges.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Care

Shelia draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship struggles. One common approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching practical coping skills to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Another approach emphasizes processing traumatic experiences safely while building emotion regulation and resilience to lessen the impact of past events on present life.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Shelia works with each client to determine which techniques fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as therapy progresses to ensure methods remain helpful and relevant.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing for flexible scheduling and access from different locations. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions or when in-person options are limited, and they provide multiple ways to communicate depending on what feels most comfortable for the client.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

Shelia supports people coping with stress, anxiety, family conflict, trauma and abuse, depression, and life changes. She also works on related issues such as attachment, abandonment, communication problems, panic, and mood disorders.

How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?

The approach centers on evidence-based therapeutic techniques delivered in an open, nonjudgmental environment. Sessions emphasize collaboration, skill-building, and reflective exploration to help clients move toward their goals.

What is the therapist's background and experience?

She has 20 years of professional clinical experience helping people with a range of emotional and relational concerns. That experience includes supporting recovery from trauma and navigating major life transitions.

Where is the therapist licensed and located?

She is licensed in Illinois as an LCSW and in Minnesota as an LICSW, and she practices from Minnesota. The exact license numbers are IL LCSW 149.029226 and MN LICSW 34762.

Can I work with this therapist if I live outside the United States?

International clients are accepted. Sessions are conducted in English and the practice can accommodate clients located outside the United States.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Multiple formats are offered to fit different communication preferences and schedules.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Pricing will depend on those factors and on the chosen session format.

How do I begin working with this therapist?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time based on the therapist's availability. That process will connect you and allow scheduling of your first session.

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Experience: 20 years
Licensed: Minnesota, Illinois
Languages: English