You’re not broken.
You just need support.

Compassionate Online Therapy for Adults and Teens | Serving All of California

Our Mission:

To ensure every individual feels seen, heard, and deeply understood on their journey to mental wellness and a better life.

Welcome to Insight Counseling Center.

We provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for adults and teens in California. We combine evidence-based approaches with deep respect for your unique story to help transform anxiety, trauma, grief, and relationship challenges into lasting healing and growth.

We bring clinical expertise and real human warmth to every session, because what people need most isn't a label or a treatment plan. It's someone who sees you, where you've been, where you're stuck, and where you want to go.

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Online sessions
serving all of California

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Accepting most
major insurance plans

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Evidence-based,
trauma-informed care

Therapy Services.

  • Individual Therapy

  • Relationship Therapy

  • Online Workshops

Focused care for what matters most to you.

Some people come in with a clear name for what they're dealing with. Others just know something feels off. Either way, you don't have to sort it out alone.

  • Anxiety looks different for everyone, but it can quickly become overwhelming and dominate your life.

    It often shows up as racing thoughts, constantly expecting the worst, sleepless nights, or physical tension. We will help you understand your anxiety on a deeper level. Instead of fearing these feelings, you will learn how to manage them in new and empowering ways.

  • Until you have experienced it firsthand, grief and loss are nearly impossible to describe.

    They are incredibly unpredictable. One moment you are completely fine, the next you are sobbing in the grocery checkout line or on your daily commute. It's completely natural to wonder when this heavy feeling will finally lift. While the truth is that grief does not simply disappear, its intensity does change form over time. We help you understand your loss from a new perspective. Together, we will learn to anticipate those sudden emotional waves, develop healthy coping strategies, and guide you as you navigate your new normal.

  • When you are living with depression, every day can feel like an exhausting uphill battle.

    It can be profoundly debilitating, but it is also highly treatable. Our team provides the compassionate, expert care you need to finally get unstuck. Working at your preferred pace, we will help you develop fresh perspectives and practical coping strategies. We can also provide trusted referrals for medication evaluation if that aligns with your recovery goals.

  • Whether trauma happens in a single moment or over several years, its impact leaves a lasting physical and emotional footprint.

    Even decades later, unprocessed trauma can unexpectedly disrupt your life, showing up as sudden anger, intense anxiety, or strained relationships. Recognizing you need support to navigate these feelings is a profound strength. At Insight Counseling Center, we partner with you to make sense of your past. Through personalized care, we provide the tools you need to release stored trauma and step into a restored, healthier future.

  • At Insight Counseling Center, we are deeply committed to providing our 2SLGBTQIA+ clients with affirming care, dignity, and respect.

    Your identity, sexuality, and gender expression are celebrated here, never treated as something to fix. We offer a safe space to share your needs with a compassionate therapist. Whether exploring identity or navigating unique community challenges, we support your authentic self.

  • Most men are taught to handle things alone, often pushing through stress until they run on empty.

    This pressure to stay strong can manifest as irritability, emotional shutdown, or relationship strain. Seeking support is a sign of courage, not weakness. At Insight Counseling Center, we provide direct, honest therapy for men navigating anxiety, anger, relationship challenges, fatherhood, identity, and the pressure to hold everything together.

We accept most major insurance plans.

Aetna • Anthem • Blue Shield of California • Cigna • Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP) • Kaiser • Magellan • Molina • Santa Clara Family Health Plan (SCFHP)

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Meet The Team

Our team at Insight is just the best. 

We believe great therapy starts with a great team. Our professionals bring a rich diversity of backgrounds, unique life experiences, and deeply personal understandings of the challenges that lead people to seek support. What unites us all is a profound passion for human connection and a shared dedication to helping you achieve your personal goals.

What People Say.

  • "I was provided a safe, non-judgmental space where I felt heard. Through our work, I gained tools that helped me feel less anxious and more like myself."

    —Former Client

  • "Best counselor anywhere. Saved my life, literally. Sheila knows how to ask the right questions, is kind, and makes a difference."

    —Former Client

  • "Going to counseling, I gained a deeper understanding of myself and learned skills to manage my emotions. I feel like a weight's been lifted off my shoulders!"

    —Former Client

  • "I had the opportunity to collaborate and learn with Sarah. Her warmth, compassion, and kindness are admirable. Her gentle presence serves as an anchor for those seeking to navigate life's complexities. I highly recommend her!"

    —John Cabonce, LPCC, ASW, PPS

  • "Sheila implements techniques that allow individuals to be heard. The skills implemented give those being served an increase in quality of life through healing. The gentle nature and warm atmosphere highlight her nature of serving."

    — Anthonie Etienne, LMFT, MMIN, MDiv | The Calm in the Wilderness Counseling & Ministry

  • "Sheila is amazing, empathetic, caring, and extremely knowledgeable. Her ability to create a safe space for her clients to work through their concerns is uncanny."

    —Steven Brewer, LMFT | Kintsugi Family Counseling

  • "I highly recommend this therapist for their committed adherence to ethical and clinical standards. They excel at establishing solid therapeutic connections and adjusting treatment to suit each person's needs."

    — Scott Donovan, LMFT | Donovan Individual & Family Counseling

  • "Compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who uses EMDR to help clients safely process and heal from traumatic experiences. Sheila provides a supportive, empowering space that promotes resilience and lasting emotional growth."

    — Sandra Carlson, LMFT | Mindfully Balanced

Frequently
Asked
Questions

It’s completely normal to have questions when considering therapy . To help put your mind at ease, we’ve gathered answers to the questions we get asked most often.

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