About Shaina Cheever

Shaina Cheever grew up in Arlington, Texas. She was raised in a supportive family and diverse community. Her upbringing was overall loving and stable, while also shaped by experiences of transition, including divorced parents, a sports-filled childhood, and the loss of her father in early adulthood. Finding Christianity as a teenager also became an important source of meaning in her life. From a young age, Shaina Cheever knew she wanted to help others behind the scenes to flourish and accomplish their goals. She believes every human has a story containing unique challenges they must navigate, and knows that some challenges can leave us feeling broken, alone, and stuck.

Shaina received her Bachelor of Arts in History and Biblical Studies from Dallas Baptist University and completed her Master of Arts in Professional Counseling at Amberton University. Shaina began counseling in December 2023 and became licensed in June 2024. Currently she is working at Lifeologie in Oak Cliff, Dallas, Texas and expanding her personal practice, Cheever Counseling, to Uptown Dallas. She also provides virtual therapy across Texas.

Shaina sees individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, as well as couples seeking premarital & marriage counseling. She specializes in helping those in codependent and dysfunctional relationships who may have issues with people-pleasing and boundary setting. Shaina is passionate about helping anxious young adults and those who feel like they are in a dark place from relationship issues, depression, or a break-up. Shaina sees herself as an equal to her clients, and prioritizes developing a therapeutic relationship that is safe, accepting, and trustworthy. She uses her creativity to customize therapy for each client using multiple theories, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Attachment Therapy. She welcomes clients from any belief system. She has experience with Christian counseling, but will only use this point of view if the client explicitly asks for it. 

Shaina has completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She is a Shame-Informed Treatment Specialist. Her premarital counseling program (9 sessions) is certified by Twogether in Texas to receive the discount on a marriage license.

Shaina loves drinking coffee, going on long walks, spending time with her boyfriend, and being an aunt! In her free time, she enjoys lifting weights, trying new restaurants, doing crafts, and watching TV with her cat!