Shirley King, LMHC

Shirley King is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida who brings eight years of clinical experience to her work with adults facing difficult emotional challenges. She focuses on supporting people through depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and major life changes, using evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to each person's needs and background.

Her practice emphasizes developing self-love, strengthening communication skills, easing social anxiety, and helping clients reconnect with a sense of purpose. She recognizes how isolation, shame, and guilt can shape a person's experience and prioritizes a culturally responsive, holistic approach that honors each individual's spiritual and life story. Shirley works collaboratively with clients to build resilience, boost self-esteem, and create practical coping strategies that fit daily life.

Shirley approaches therapy with warmth and respect, and when appropriate and welcomed by the client, she may incorporate light humor into sessions. As an LMHC - a credential that denotes a licensed mental health counselor - she combines professional training with a genuine belief in each person’s capacity for growth and healing.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Shirley King draws on evidence-based, practical approaches to support clients through stress, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. She uses trauma-informed methods that focus on safety, pacing, and understanding how past harm can affect current feelings and relationships - this approach is designed to help clients process painful experiences and reduce their ongoing impact. She also employs skills-focused strategies for managing stress and anxiety, teaching coping tools that can be practiced in everyday situations to ease overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. In addition, Shirley emphasizes resilience and self-esteem work to help clients rebuild confidence, clarify values, and reconnect with a sense of purpose.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Shirley partners with each client to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting techniques over time so the work fits the person rather than forcing a single method.

Online therapy with Shirley is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and needs. These options make it easier to attend regular sessions from home, manage appointments around work or family, and maintain continuity of care during life changes, while still working directly with a licensed professional.