Sheila Burns

LPC

Refreshing Waters Counseling & Consulting

20+ years experience•Female•Ann Arbor, Michigan•Video & In-person•In-person in Ann Arbor area

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My Approach

I read the room and adjust, sometimes offering gentle encouragement, other times leaning into tougher conversations. I let our sessions follow what feels most alive for you. Some of the best breakthroughs come from unexpected places. Therapy with me is a real conversation. I bring my training and perspective, and I genuinely want to hear yours. I pair genuine warmth with a curious, analytical mind, and faith and spirituality are always welcome in our conversations.

Balanced pace: moves at a steady rhythm, not rushing or lingering

Warm with insight: supportive and empathetic, with thoughtful observations

Open exploration: follows where the conversation naturally goes

True partnership: works alongside you, sharing perspective while inviting yours

Meet Sheila

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Areas of Focus

AnxietyDepressionTrauma/PTSDRelationshipsGrief/LossLife transitions

Who I Work With

AdultsTeens (13-17)Children (under 13)Couples

Therapeutic Approaches

CBTACTDBT-informedEFTEMDRGottman MethodMindfulness-basedMotivational InterviewingNarrative therapySolution-focusedTrauma-informedSomatic/body-based

Payment & Insurance

Accepts insuranceSelf-pay ($201–275)

UnitedHealthcare / OptumBlue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)AnthemAetnaCigna / EvernorthBlue Care Network (MI)MultiPlan / PHCS / Claritev

Availability

Weekday morningsWeekday afternoonsWeekday evenings

Working With Me

What clients can expect

Insight-focusedTrauma-informedEvidence-based

Why fit matters to me

Better engagement

Favorite part of therapy

Patterns insight

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