Dr. Jenny Shields

Smart Therapy for High-Achievers Who Are Tired of Just Pushing Through.

You're successful, driven, and used to handling challenges that would break most people—but that doesn't mean you should have to. When pushing through stops working, when exhaustion turns into something heavier, when the life you've built no longer feels sustainable… what then?

That's where I come in.

I'm Dr. Jenny Shields and I work with physicians, attorneys, executives, and other high-performing professionals who feel stuck, burned out, or disillusioned with the very systems they've dedicated themselves to. You don't need another to-do list of wellness hacks—you need a space where you can be honest, think things through, and figure out a way forward that actually works for you.

What I Believe

Curiosity is Your Superpower – If you've ever wondered why you keep repeating the same patterns despite knowing better, you're asking the right questions. Therapy isn't just about insight—it's about understanding what's driving your behavior so you can finally break the cycle.

The Relationship is the Work – Healing happens in relationships where you feel seen, understood, and challenged with care. I bring curiosity, warmth, and candor to every session because I believe you already have the capacity for change. My job is to help you see it, too.

Science Shouldn't Be Boring – Evidence-based therapy doesn't have to feel clinical or detached. I blend the best of behavioral science with real human connection to make therapy engaging, practical, and—when appropriate—a little fun.

Privacy-First Approach – Seeking help shouldn't feel like a risk. My practice is structured with minimal documentation and discretion-first policies, so you can be honest about what's weighing on you without worrying about unnecessary labels or professional consequences.

My Background & Approach

I'm a licensed psychologist and certified healthcare ethics consultant with a passion for helping high-achieving professionals move forward—especially when things feel impossibly stuck. My clinical work is grounded in evidence-based therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed care, and behavioral medicine, but I don't believe in cookie-cutter treatment plans.

Before starting my private practice, I spent years in academic medicine and hospital systems, working with physicians, attorneys, executives, and caregivers navigating moral distress, chronic stress, and identity loss. I understand the stakes when your career is intertwined with your purpose—and how disorienting it can feel when the life you've worked so hard to build starts to unravel.

I bring warmth, candor, and a steady presence to the therapy room. My style is collaborative and conversational. You won't find endless nodding or passive prompts here—I'm engaged, curious, and invested in helping you gain clarity, stop second-guessing yourself, and get unstuck in the places that matter most.

Above all, I want therapy to feel like a place where you don't have to perform. You don't have to be polished. You just have to show up—and I'll meet you there.

I offer therapy in-person in The Woodlands, TX and via telehealth across 42+ PSYPACT-participating states.

Smart Therapy for High-Achievers Who Are Tired of Just Pushing Through.

You're successful, driven, and used to handling challenges that would break most people—but that doesn't mean you should have to. When pushing through stops working, when exhaustion turns into something heavier, when the life you've built no longer feels sustainable… what then?

That's where I come in.

I work with physicians, attorneys, executives, and other high-performing professionals who feel stuck, burned out, or disillusioned with the very systems they've dedicated themselves to. You don't need another to-do list of wellness hacks—you need a space where you can be honest, think things through, and figure out a way forward that actually works for you.

What I believe

Curiosity is Your Superpower – If you've ever wondered why you keep repeating the same patterns despite knowing better, you're asking the right questions. Therapy isn't just about insight—it's about understanding what's driving your behavior so you can finally break the cycle.

The Relationship is the Work – Healing happens in relationships where you feel seen, understood, and challenged with care. I bring curiosity, warmth, and candor to every session because I believe you already have the capacity for change. My job is to help you see it, too.

Science Shouldn't Be Boring – Evidence-based therapy doesn't have to feel clinical or detached. I blend the best of behavioral science with real human connection to make therapy engaging, practical, and—when appropriate—a little fun.

Privacy-First Approach – Seeking help shouldn't feel like a risk. My practice is structured with minimal documentation and discretion-first policies, so you can be honest about what's weighing on you without worrying about unnecessary labels or professional consequences.

My background & approach

I'm a licensed psychologist and certified healthcare ethics consultant with a passion for helping high-achieving professionals move forward—especially when things feel impossibly stuck. My clinical work is grounded in evidence-based therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed care, and behavioral medicine, but I don't believe in cookie-cutter treatment plans.

Before starting my private practice, I spent years in academic medicine and hospital systems, working with physicians, attorneys, executives, and caregivers navigating moral distress, chronic stress, and identity loss. I understand the stakes when your career is intertwined with your purpose—and how disorienting it can feel when the life you've worked so hard to build starts to unravel.

I bring warmth, candor, and a steady presence to the therapy room. My style is collaborative and conversational. You won't find endless nodding or passive prompts here—I'm engaged, curious, and invested in helping you gain clarity, stop second-guessing yourself, and get unstuck in the places that matter most.

Above all, I want therapy to feel like a place where you don't have to perform. You don't have to be polished. You just have to show up—and I'll meet you there.

I offer therapy in-person in The Woodlands, TX and via telehealth across 42+ PSYPACT-participating states.