We offer compassionate evidence based therapy services supporting individuals couples families healing trauma building resilience and emotional wellbeing.
As a parent or caretaker, you may notice that your child is experiencing challenges that you feel inadequate to support them with. And it’s no fault of your own. You and your child are two very different people, experiencing the world in different ways. You are not supposed to be
Whether you’re newly dating or have been married for thirty plus years, relationships are challenging. These sessions are your sacred time for you and your partner to develop a deeper understanding of each other and the struggles you’re facing, and decide how you want to cocreate a joyful future together.
Family relationships are complex, layered, and deeply emotional. Whether you are navigating ongoing conflict, major life transitions, or feeling disconnected from one another, family therapy offers a supportive space to pause, reflect, and rebuild healthier dynamics together. In family therapy sessions, we focus on understanding patterns of communication, roles, boundaries,
During our one-on-one sessions, we can dive into specific areas of concern, or unpack what you are struggling with week to week. No topic is off-limits. This is your safe space to work through anything and everything that causes you stress, frustration, anger, pain, fear, anxiety, loneliness, and any other
Psychotherapy offers a deeper, reflective space to explore emotional patterns, personal history, and the internal experiences shaping your thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. It is a collaborative process focused on increasing self-awareness, emotional insight, and lasting personal growth. In psychotherapy sessions, we gently examine the roots of distress, including past experiences,
No matter what faith, religion, or spiritual orientation you grew up with, trauma stemming from spiritual abuse is unfortunately very common and not spoken about enough. And it can be very confusing navigating this particular kind of trauma because many times our abusers were in the role of “spiritual leader”
Existing in a family unit poses infinite challenges. As a parent or caretaker, you may find yourself regularly frustrated, confused, and burnt out by the mysteries of raising children. There’s thousands of parenting books out there, and the advice-giving from peers may feel overwhelming at times. If this feels true
Therapy with Sheila transformed my healing journey helping me release childhood pain build resilience restore peace and sustain healthy thinking through life challenges.
Sheila is kind wise deeply committed creating a supportive space where you feel valued understood and guided steadily toward lasting emotional growth.
Her couples work gave us shared language practical tools and confidence to navigate conflict compassionately strengthening connection communication and trust during difficult moments.
I see therapy as a journey of integrating all parts of who you are by accepting what’s hard and treating it with self-compassion.
Rather than giving you the answers, I honor your inner-knowing, leading you toward your own answers with questions and encouragement.
Your emotional pain is a messenger that wants you to know something’s not right. Together, we’ll find the root of your pain with loving curiosity –whether it stems from a traumatic experience of the past, or a limiting thought pattern you’ve adopted without realizing it – and determine which psychotherapy techniques will work best for your healing.
My hope is that you leave therapy feeling seen, heard, understood, and equipped with the tools you need to take your next step.
Have you ever shared your troubles with a friend and found yourself later wondering if you shared too much, took up too much time, or didn’t ask them enough questions in return?
Our therapist-client relationship is different from all other relationships in your life because our focus is 100% on you. While you may be committed to reciprocating effort with a friend, with your therapist you need only show up and open up.
And in return, I can offer my trained listening ear, guiding questions, and advice rooted in years of experience and education to lead you toward a life that feels more free.
Even our most emotionally evolved loved ones can’t help but be emotionally intertwined with our struggles. When you see a therapist, you can share without the filter you might employ with those closest to you. You’re able to be more honest, and therefore discover more about yourself and your relationships so that you can begin to heal.
Parents usually seek therapy for their children due to some kind of conflict at home or school. I work with the child and parent to obtain insights as to what makes their child feel safe and loved. I utilize art, music, puppets and sandbox play with the children to help them. Therapy for children can be fun and beneficial.
I look forward to consulting with and learning from the parents about their child. I can promise you that I will care deeply about your child.
Absolutely. As a practicing Christian, I am happy to integrate a faith perspective into our sessions.
If you are deconstructing your faith or have experienced spiritual abuse, please let me know and I will hold space for this during our sessions.
And if you are not a Christian, I will withhold my own Christian perspective and offer a free space for you to explore your own values and spiritual beliefs.
I have worked successfully with clients from all different faith backgrounds and promise to honor and respect wherever you are on your own journey.
Please call 424-645-7113 or use my portal to email me at bostlmft@gmail.com. I will arrange a 20 minute consultation at no charge to answer your questions and determine if we are a good fit.
You can pay by check or credit card at the end of each session. I accept all major credit cards.
I do not take insurance, however, you may still qualify for financial compensation depending on your health insurance policy. Before starting therapy, I recommend calling your insurance company to understand your options.
Here are some questions to ask your insurance provider:
If you are able to use your insurance for coverage, I will provide a monthly superbill for you to send to your insurance provider.
No one therapist is the best fit for everyone, and that’s okay.
If you don’t feel that we are a good fit, please let me know as soon as possible so that I can either adapt our sessions to better fit your needs, or provide you with a referral for a different therapist.
Some clients see changes within the first few sessions, whereas others need more time to integrate their learnings. Therapy can be challenging because –just like when you begin a new workout program – it might take time before you start to feel stronger. It takes time to adjust to the new forms of movement, just like it takes time to adjust to the new ways of thinking and being.
That being said, the more committed you are to making empowering changes in your life, the faster you will see results. Being able to name your pain can be a real game changer!
I am here to guide you toward the life you desire, but ultimately it is your choice to implement your learnings and do the life-changing work mapped out in therapy. You get to be the ultimate change-maker of your life, and it is my sacred work to encourage you and guide you along the way. Showing up with openness and consistency is key.
Yes, definitely. You are welcome to book just one session and see how you feel before committing to more. Therapy is a long-game, but it’s important that you feel comfortable with my therapy style first.
Non-emergency cancellations must be made 24 hours before the scheduled session to avoid a full charge.
“No shows” will be charged the full session fee.
Just like you, I lean on the support of family, community, friends, and my own therapist to navigate life’s challenges. (And I’ve had plenty of them!)
I am a proud resident of Los Angeles and I love living in a city so rich in culture.
As an Angeleno, I’m an equal fan of the beach and the Dodgers.
And when I’m not cheering on my favorite baseball team or breathing in fresh ocean air?
You can find me reading in preparation for my monthly book club where we discuss our monthly read, films, plays, restaurants and current events. It’s the best!
Or spending time with my twelve(!) grandkids.
Tell us what you’re experiencing and we’ll recommend supportive healing options.
