Shenelle Hanley , LPC

Shenelle Hanley is a licensed mental health professional practicing in South Carolina who draws on academic training and hands-on experience to support teens and adults through life challenges. She holds an M.A. in Psychology from the University of Arizona Global Campus, a program formerly known as Ashford University, and completed additional training in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at South University. She also earned a B.A. in Psychology from Ashford University. Shenelle is credentialed as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - which reflects her training to provide counseling services.

Her work spans concerns such as stress and anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, depression, impulse control and anger management, self-esteem, and building confidence. She has worked with both adolescents and adults, adapting her approach to meet each person where they are. Shenelle prioritizes an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored safely, and she partners with clients to identify goals and practical steps forward.

Committed to empowerment and personal growth, she supports clients taking courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life, offering guidance and encouragement throughout the therapeutic journey.

How Shenelle Uses Therapeutic Approaches Online

Shenelle integrates client-centered therapy to create a supportive, listening-focused environment where the client's perspective guides the work. This approach emphasizes empathy and respect, and it is useful for building self-esteem, processing grief, and exploring life changes.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is often applied to anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep difficulties, offering practical tools and exercises that can be practiced between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Shenelle works with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made.

Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - provide flexibility for busy schedules and make it easier to fit therapy into daily life. These options allow clients to access consistent support from licensed professionals from wherever they are located, while still receiving personalized care tailored to their circumstances.