Elizabeth Shields

Elizabeth Shields is a licensed mental health counselor who centers the therapeutic relationship. She focuses on building trust so people can speak openly about what matters to them. Elizabeth emphasizes honesty, respect, and steady support as the basis for change.

She works from a person-centered, strengths-based stance and pays attention to the whole person. That means learning a client's goals, values, and daily routines before deciding on techniques. Elizabeth draws on approaches such as cognitive behavioral work, attachment-focused ideas, and acceptance-based tools to match what feels useful.

Many people seek her help for stress, anxiety, anger, grief, depression, relationship concerns, and caregiver strain. She also supports people navigating life changes, career stress, sleep problems, and issues related to identity and sexuality. Her background includes working with co-occurring concerns and complex presentations where multiple issues overlap.

Elizabeth brings four years of clinical experience and holds the credentials LMHC and LIMHP. She practices in Nebraska and speaks English. She is open to working with clients outside the U.S. as well.

Getting started involves completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a session. Elizabeth aims to help clients build practical coping skills, strengthen relationships, and increase resilience for everyday life.

How Elizabeth blends proven approaches for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions; it focuses on values and small steps toward a meaningful life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches clear strategies to change reactions, which can help with anxiety, anger, and sleep problems. Attachment-Based ideas examine how early and current relationships shape feelings and communication, and they can be useful for relationship or intimacy-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Elizabeth collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and personality. She listens to what feels most useful and adjusts methods as needs change over time.

The therapist's original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm session types before booking. Many people find online options helpful because they can fit appointments into a busy day, have shorter check-ins by phone when time is limited, or avoid travel to a clinic. Talk with the therapist about what will best fit your schedule, comfort level, and goals so sessions can be tailored to everyday life.