Dr. Sheila Cannon’s experiences in psychiatry have spanned over 40 years. She has been an RN for 41 years and an educator for 31 years. She is a board-certified Clinical Nurse Specialist in psychiatric mental health (PMHCNS), a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), and an approved Buprenorphine provider. She has years of practice experience in inpatient psychiatric arenas and as a psychopharmacologist and psychotherapist in VA, MA, NC & DE.
I am client-centered and use the principles of supportive therapy to therapeutically help the client in symptom reduction so they can begin to feel good about themselves and their relationship with others. My focus is helping the client improve their sense of self, minimize negative thinking, and reinforce their strengths and the ability to cope with life circumstances. I support the client to move in a positive direction to manage stress, cope, and advance through any of life's situations.
The goal for therapy sessions:
1. Create a warm, friendly environment that allows for open communication and growth.
2. Help client to meet their goals for therapy.
3. Help clients improve their sense of self and self-worth more positively.
4. Help clients improve their relationships with others to see causal or noncausal factors.
5. Help clients to reach their fullest potential and minimize barriers to success.
