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Shanika Katara Jones, LMHC

Shanika Katara Jones - Florida Licensed LMHC
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Relationship and self-esteem
  • Flexible online sessions

About Shanika Katara Jones

Shanika Katara Jones is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with seven years of professional experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, self-esteem concerns, and depression. She works with individuals facing motivation struggles and confidence issues, and she supports clients who are coping with life changes and transitions. Her practice integrates practical strategies and compassionate listening to address both everyday stresses and deeper patterns related to attachment, codependency, family of origin, and trauma.

As an LMHC - a Licensed Mental Health Counselor trained to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health concerns - she creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. She draws on therapies such as client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral techniques, and trauma-informed methods to tailor care to each person’s needs. Shanika emphasizes collaboration, helping clients identify goals and build skills for improved communication, healthier relationships, and stronger self-worth.

Taking the first step toward greater well-being can feel challenging, and Shanika offers steady support throughout that process. She aims to help clients find practical coping tools and deeper insight so they can move toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesForgivenessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shanika Katara Jones have?

Shanika Katara Jones has 7 years of professional experience.

Is Shanika Katara Jones a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC. License details: FL LMHC MH19975.

In which languages does Shanika Katara Jones provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Shanika Katara Jones located?

She is located in Florida.

How can I work with Shanika Katara Jones as my therapist?

You can work with Shanika Katara Jones through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shanika Katara Jones work with international clients?

Shanika Katara Jones does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shanika Katara Jones 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 with therapy 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Shanika uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, empathetic space where clients guide the pace and focus of sessions. This approach helps people feel heard and understood while exploring personal values, relationships, and life direction. She also employs cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. For clients who have experienced trauma, Shanika incorporates elements of EMDR - a structured method that can help process distressing memories and reduce their emotional intensity - when appropriate and agreed upon together.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Shanika collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. The therapist-client relationship is treated as a partnership focused on realistic goals and steady skill building.

Online therapy with Shanika offers flexible access through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, so people can engage in care from home, work, or while traveling within Florida. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue support during life transitions, while still working with a licensed professional who tailors treatment to individual concerns.

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