Shanel Manning , LMHC

Shanel Manning is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to therapeutic work. She earned her degree from Nova Southeastern University and has developed a broad skill set through years of experience working with both children and adults. Her practice in Florida emphasizes helping people build a healthier sense of self and navigate difficult life transitions.

Shanel works with a wide range of concerns including behavior disorders, depression, self-esteem challenges, trauma and abuse, parenting and family issues, stress and anxiety, relationship and intimacy difficulties, and addictions. She focuses on the goals each person brings to therapy and tailors interventions to match those priorities, drawing on evidence-informed methods to support change and growth.

Her style is collaborative and purposeful - she encourages clients to confront fears, work through obstacles, and celebrate milestones along the way. Shanel aims to create an empathetic, transparent relationship so that together they can identify practical tools and strategies that fit each individual’s life. She is motivated by helping people discover clarity and move toward their personal goals, and she welcomes the opportunity to be part of each client’s journey.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. It supports people who are struggling with anxiety, low motivation, or life transitions by teaching skills to accept internal experiences and commit to chosen directions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical strategies to change them. CBT is effective for issues like depression, panic and anxiety, and mood regulation by teaching coping skills and problem-solving techniques.

Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the impact of traumatic experiences through approaches that reduce distress and rebuild a sense of safety and control. This work often involves processing difficult memories and strengthening coping resources for daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shanel collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can access care around work, family, and other commitments. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in treatment and to choose a format that feels most comfortable and practical for each individual.