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Sheila Musselman, LMFT

Compassionate California LMFT for life transitions
  • Relationships and parenting
  • Grief and self esteem
  • Coping with change

About Sheila Musselman

Sheila Musselman is a California-licensed therapist with 18 years of professional experience. She holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and brings a practical, strengths-focused approach to her work. Sheila centers the person in their own story, treating each client as the expert on their experiences while offering guidance and tools to help navigate challenging moments.

Sheila honors the courage it takes to begin therapy and affirms the value of that first step. Her practice emphasizes collaboration, recognizing existing strengths and building on them to address relationship concerns, grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem struggles, and major life transitions. Sheila aims to create a supportive space where clients can explore their goals and develop strategies for moving forward.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Sheila Musselman have?

Sheila Musselman has 18 years of professional experience.

Is Sheila Musselman a licensed therapist?

Yes. Sheila holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: CA LMFT 43141.

In which languages does Sheila Musselman provide therapy?

Sheila provides therapy in English.

Where is Sheila Musselman located?

Sheila is located in California.

How can I work with Sheila Musselman as my therapist?

Clients can work with Sheila Musselman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Sheila Musselman work with international clients?

Sheila Musselman does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Sheila Musselman cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as the client’s location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match the client with a therapist. Depending on availability, the client can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be the Right Choice?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly make a difference. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - research and clinical practice indicate that online therapy can be effective and is a viable alternative to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the key benefits is flexibility. Clients may connect with therapists in the format that best fits their needs and routines: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This variety of options can make it easier to maintain consistency in care and to fit sessions into busy schedules.

Licensed professionals offer therapy through these remote formats, and clients may switch therapists at any time if they would prefer a different fit. For many people, online therapy provides a practical, accessible path to support during life transitions and ongoing challenges.

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