
Sheila Adams
Hello! My name is Sheila and I have been working in the mental health field for 6+ years. I started my career working with families in the child welfare system and then gained experience in community mental health. I have worked with clients from age 5 and up. I enjoy working with individual and family settings. I describe my approach to counseling as being solution focused. I want to help you on your journey to discover how to help you move forward in life.

Brian Timms
Hi! My name is Brian Timms and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Oklahoma with over 9 years experience working in the Mental Health field. I began my career working with people living with HIV/AIDS. I provided therapy for folks that were newly diagnosed as well as long term survivors. During my time with Tulsa CARES I worked with folks struggling with coming out, multiple addiction issues, lack of support system and issues relating to sex. I have been doing therapy part time as a Home Based Mental Health Therapist since 2013. I work with folks who are on Soonercare, which is the state of Oklahoma's medicaid program. I have worked with clients with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, parenting problems, career changes, ADHD, and other relationship issues. I consider myself a person centered therapist who is warm and accepting of everyone. I respect others beliefs especially when different than mine. I believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect and dignity, no matter what they are going through. I will meet you where you are and allow you to decide how we move forward.

Sherlyn Conlan
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Oklahoma with 22 years of professional work experience. I have worked with children, teens, and adults in a variety of settings. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, and parenting issues. I have extensive training in understanding the short term and long term impact of trauma on daily functioning and relationships. I believe that people have the ability to find their answers when given a safe space to process through sources of difficulty and to examine options and alternatives. I strive to create that safe space and supportive relationship that allows people to reach their full potential. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Danella Johnson
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling and Disability Studies from Langston University. I have 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in creating a safe space for children, teens, adults and seniors to address trauma recovery, grief, depression, anxiety, and life transitions with a collaborative and wholistic approach. Creating healthy ways for individuals, and families to communicate and increase cohesion and connection is another area of my expertise. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Sarah Sifran-McClellan
I am licensed in Oklahoma with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. Services can be provided in English or Spanish.

Michelle Rix
I am licensed in Oklahoma with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Keita Owens
I am licensed in Oklahoma with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Jennifer Babek
I am licensed in Oklahoma with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, peripartum/postpartum, parenting issues, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Thomas Zumwalt
I am licensed in Oklahoma with 32 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I have thirty two years experience in the mental health field. I attended the University of Tulsa and Oklahoma University. I am licensed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked in psychiatric hospitals, residential hospitals, ICF facilities, in-home services and nursing homes. I have worked with children and families, clients with multiple challenges, physical and mental, adults and geriatric population that have given me a well rounded perspective. My style of therapy is always non judgemental and empowering. My goal is to help find a solution that fits the client. I changed careers and became a therapist after having a career in the business/sales field after my father died. I keep active playing and coaching sports. I still play ice hockey and coached for twenty years, I am a boxer and coach boxing. I am an enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma. I am here to support you in that process.

Brittany Rodriguez
Hi! I’m Brittany Rodriguez! I’m an LPC and received my degree at Oklahoma State University. I have been practicing for 9 years including my internship, and have been fully licensed for 6 years. I have training in CBT, DBT, attachment, and trauma. Life can be scary, challenging, and full of adversity. When life gets hard, it can feel like you are drowning. Depression, anxiety, trauma, among other challenges can make you feel like you’re alone. As your therapist I will sit beside you and work with you to overcome the obstacles you face. I strive to offer a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment for all of my clients. I wholeheartedly believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and want all of my clients to feel valued and accepted. I use a very client centered approach. I believe each individual is different and there isn’t one cookie cutter version of therapy fit for everyone. I am careful to tailor my approach based on the needs of my client and will absolutely meet you where you are. I would be honored to walk beside you on your journey to change and healing.
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Types of therapists available to clients in Velma
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Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform
Mental health therapists in Velma available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Velma therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Velma therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Velma region and in the state of Oklahoma.
How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want
Therapists in Velma can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Velma may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment.