Sheila

Ms Sheila Fells

Professional Nurse

“In every aspect of my work, from clinical practice to research and community involvement, my goal is to improve lives through compassionate care, education, and advocacy for healthier lifestyles. Thank you for considering me as your healthcare partner on your journey to wellness.”

About Me

My goal is to support you in improving your well-being. As your healthcare partner, I offer compassionate care and clear guidance for healthier lifestyles. We can explore practical steps, focusing on education and advocacy, to help you understand your health journey. This collaborative approach suits individuals ready to make informed choices for a lasting sense of wellness. I am here to guide you forward.

Approach

Rather than offering one-size-fits-all advice, I work with you to build manageable, evidence-informed steps that fit your life and priorities. In sessions in Birmingham or online, we move at a steady, collaborative pace: clarifying symptoms, testing small changes, and tracking what helps between visits. I draw on clear explanations and gentle accountability so you leave with practical tools for anxiety, addiction, mood or chronic illness challenges. People seeking a straightforward, educational partnership often find this way of working helpful.
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In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Consultation

    An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.

  • Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Free Consultation

    A no-cost initial session to meet the therapist, discuss needs, and decide whether they are the right fit before committing.

  • Social Work

    A profession that supports individuals and families with mental health, welfare, housing, and access to community resources.

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  • Mental Health Nursing

    Nursing care specialised in mental health, providing assessment, medication management, and ongoing support for people with psychiatric conditions.

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  • Psychiatry

    A branch of medicine specialising in the diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions, including the prescribing of medication.

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  • Research

    Scientific investigation into mental health, therapy effectiveness, or psychological processes, contributing to evidence-based clinical practice.

  • Sex Therapy

    Specialised therapy addressing sexual concerns such as low desire, performance anxiety, pain during sex, or mismatched needs between partners.

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  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Elderly
  • Families
  • Groups

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • ADHD / Attention

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Chronic Illness

    A long-term health condition (e.g., diabetes, autoimmune disease, chronic pain) that persists over time and affects physical, emotional, and social well-being.

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

  • Eating Disorders

    A group of conditions, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, involving disturbed eating behaviours and a distorted relationship with food and body image.

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  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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  • Psychosis

    A mental state in which a person loses contact with reality, which may involve hallucinations, delusions, or severely disordered thinking.

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Professional Title:

  • Professional Nurse

    A registered nurse who may work in mental health settings, providing nursing care and support to people with psychological conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Alabama Board of Nursing

Family Nurse Practitioner

Qualifications

University of Alabama at Birmingham

Service Areas

Ranger Care

In-person & Online

Birmingham, Alabama

United States