- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
About Shila
Shila Johnson is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Montana with 16 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, low self-esteem, and major life changes. Her approach treats the person in front of her rather than a list of symptoms.
Her style centers on clear, practical conversations. She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to look at patterns of feelings and interaction that keep people stuck. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s pace and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and shift unhelpful thoughts. Sessions include mindful awareness and short solution-focused steps to try between meetings.
In sessions she listens for what matters most right now and looks for small, workable changes. She encourages clients to name feelings, test new ways of acting, and notice what helps or doesn’t help over time. Practical skills and real-life application are part of the work.
Her background combines long-term counseling experience with a preference for straightforward, skills-based work. She leans toward therapy methods that involve emotion, thought patterns, and present-moment awareness. That mix can help when emotions feel confusing or when old reactions keep repeating.
People who reach out should expect respectful, focused sessions that aim to make daily life more manageable. To begin, clients follow the site process to answer a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
Using EFT, client-centered work, and CBT in online sessions
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on how emotions shape patterns of response. It helps people notice recurring emotional reactions and try different, more connected ways of responding. Client-Centered Therapy centers the person’s perspective and pace, letting the client guide which issues to address and when. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts that influence mood and behavior and offers concrete strategies to test new thinking and actions.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods suit their goals and needs. That means trying approaches, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together rather than committing to one fixed model.
Session format options are not specified in the provided biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people appreciate online sessions because they fit into work and family schedules, reduce travel time, and can be scheduled for short check-ins or longer weekly meetings. Online work also makes it possible to practice real-life changes between sessions and bring everyday situations into conversation with a licensed professional.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Montana, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines Emotionally-Focused Therapy with client-centered listening and practical CBT techniques to address feelings and thought patterns.
How much experience does she have?
She has 16 years of professional experience as a counselor.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LPC and LCPC credentials and practices in Montana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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