About Shelana
Shelana Carneal helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, abuse, and relationship difficulties. She introduces calm, steady support and practical skills so clients can manage hard moments. Shelana works with each person at their own pace and treats their experience as the guide for therapy.
She brings a focus on the mind-body connection through somatic-informed work. That means conversations are paired with attention to bodily sensations and simple exercises that can reduce tension and overwhelm.
How Shelana works
Sessions aim to be concrete - learning tools to notice triggers, soothe distress, and respond differently in the moment. Shelana emphasizes collaboration. She sees the person as the expert on their life and helps them try strategies that fit their needs.
Together they map goals and check progress in short, clear steps. Her approach is practical and gentle. Clients can expect a mix of talk, breath and grounding practices, and skill-building for everyday situations.
The tone is supportive while remaining focused on what actually changes day-to-day life. Shelana holds the LPC credential, Licensed Professional Counselor, and the LMHC credential, Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She practices in Missouri and conducts sessions in English.
What Shelana works with
The areas below are the ones Shelana selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
Also listed
Training and background
| Registers | LPC, LMHC |
|---|---|
| Years in practice | 3 |
| Languages | English |
| Session format | Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging |
| Country | Missouri |
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Online support options
Using somatic-informed and practical techniques online
Somatic-informed work brings attention to the body's signals alongside conversation. In an online session this can mean noticing breath, posture, or tension and trying small grounding or movement exercises to reduce stress. It is useful for anxiety, trauma-related reactions, and bodily symptoms connected to emotion.Skill-focused therapy emphasizes concrete coping tools. This includes learning breathing techniques, grounding steps, and short behavioral experiments to try between sessions. These hands-on practices help people manage distress and test new ways of responding in daily situations.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the person about what feels most helpful, try techniques together, and adjust based on results and preferences. The goal is to find methods that match the client's needs and daily life, not a one-size-fits-all plan.
Online sessions offer practical flexibility. Video calls let the therapist see body language and guide movement work. Phone sessions use less bandwidth and can fit into a quick break. Live chat and text-based messaging allow short check-ins, reflections, or follow-up between meetings. These options make it easier to schedule care around work, family, and other commitments.
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