Shanel Manning, LMHC

Shanel Manning is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who supports individuals in building a more positive view of themselves and finding practical paths forward. She earned her degree from Nova Southeastern University and brings 7+ years of experience working with both children and adults. Her clinical focus includes behavior disorders, self-esteem concerns, depression, trauma, and parenting challenges, and she centers treatment around each person’s goals to help them pursue a clearer sense of purpose.

Shanel practices with a client-centered orientation, creating a collaborative atmosphere where people are encouraged to identify strengths and develop new coping skills. She aims to help clients locate the specific tools they need to address difficult problems, from confronting fears to navigating life transitions. Her style blends empathy with direct support so clients can move toward meaningful milestones.

Committed to building an open, transparent therapeutic relationship, Shanel works to foster clarity and forward momentum. She invites people who are ready to work on behavior, emotional well-being, or parenting concerns to engage in a focused process of growth and problem solving, and she looks forward to being part of each client’s journey.

Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Shanel draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take committed steps toward what matters, especially when coping with anxiety, stress, or life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy is central to her practice, offering a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients lead the pace of healing while the therapist provides empathy and support for relationship, parenting, and self-esteem concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can be effective for depression, panic, and mood-related challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work, and Shanel collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains practical and aligned with the client’s priorities.

Online therapy offers flexible options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule or to stay connected during life changes. These formats support consistent care and allow licensed professionals to deliver evidence-informed approaches in ways that meet individual accessibility and convenience needs.