Shanel Manning, LMHC
Client-centered LMHC supporting growth and resilience
- Child and adult clients
- Trauma and mood support
- Goal-focused tools
About Shanel Manning
Shanel Manning is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who helps people build a more positive view of themselves and find practical ways forward. With 10 years of clinical experience and a degree from Nova Southeastern University, she has worked with both children and adults to address behavior disorders, self-esteem concerns, depression, trauma, and parenting challenges. Her practice centers on each client’s goals, guiding them toward clearer purpose and usable tools for everyday life.
Shanel takes a client-centered approach, creating a transparent and empathetic therapeutic relationship where clients are encouraged to face fears, work through difficulties, and mark meaningful milestones. She blends compassion with challenge to help clients develop coping strategies, improve family and relationship dynamics, and regain a sense of direction. Passionate about her work, Shanel focuses on individualized plans that reflect the priorities and strengths of the people she sees.
Clients who work with Shanel can expect collaborative goal-setting, attention to personal values, and practical interventions aimed at lasting change. She aims to support growth, resilience, and clearer decision-making so clients can move toward their next chapter with confidence.
Shanel takes a client-centered approach, creating a transparent and empathetic therapeutic relationship where clients are encouraged to face fears, work through difficulties, and mark meaningful milestones. She blends compassion with challenge to help clients develop coping strategies, improve family and relationship dynamics, and regain a sense of direction. Passionate about her work, Shanel focuses on individualized plans that reflect the priorities and strengths of the people she sees.
Clients who work with Shanel can expect collaborative goal-setting, attention to personal values, and practical interventions aimed at lasting change. She aims to support growth, resilience, and clearer decision-making so clients can move toward their next chapter with confidence.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Family problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameJealousyLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shanel Manning have?
Shanel Manning has 10 years of experience.
Is Shanel Manning a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), license FL LMHC MH16284.
In which languages does Shanel Manning provide therapy?
Shanel provides therapy in English.
Where is Shanel Manning located?
Shanel is located in Florida.
How can I work with Shanel Manning as my therapist?
You can work with Shanel Manning through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shanel Manning work with international clients?
No. Shanel Manning does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shanel Manning cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages clients to notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that align with personal values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and the client’s own goals, creating space for self-discovery and stronger self-esteem. This approach supports people coping with relationship issues, parenting challenges, and identity concerns. Trauma-Focused Therapy attends directly to the effects of traumatic experiences, offering techniques to process painful memories and reduce their impact on daily functioning; it can help with trauma, abuse, and related mood difficulties.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shanel collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure care aligns with what the client finds most helpful.
Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and other commitments, and allow clients to receive consistent support from therapists without needing to travel.