Profile / United States
Shaela Amaya, LMHC
New York
Licensed Mental Health Counselor - Anxiety and Mood
See online therapy options- CBT focused
- Mindfulness tools
- Emotion regulation
About Shaela
Shaela Amaya is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with three years of clinical experience. She works with people facing depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family stress, trauma and abuse, anger, and challenges related to ADHD. Shaela also addresses concerns linked to adoption and foster care, workplace stress, and obsessions and compulsions.
Shaela uses clear, conversation-based sessions to help people notice patterns that keep problems going. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits. She also uses client-centered listening, dialectical behavior skills for emotion regulation, and mindfulness practices to help people respond differently in tense moments.
Sessions focus on concrete steps. Shaela helps people set short-term goals, try new coping skills, and track what does and does not work. She offers practical tools for stress, mood, and everyday relationship problems.
Her background includes work with clients affected by foster care and adoption, trauma, OCD, and life transitions. The profile lists motivational interviewing and emotionally-focused ideas among her approaches, which she brings into conversations when useful.
People who reach out can expect a respectful, interactive style that prioritizes clear plans and steady practice. She works in English and accepts international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Shaela commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions so clients can try small experiments and notice what changes.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes active listening and collaborating on what the client says matters most. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are part of her approach when emotion regulation or intense reactions are a concern; those skills teach practical ways to manage distress and improve communication.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Shaela will help figure out which methods match a person’s goals, preferences, and current challenges. That choice is made together and can change as progress is reviewed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let people access a licensed professional from outside their local area, while keeping sessions practical and focused on skill practice.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship and family stress, trauma and abuse, anger, and ADHD-related concerns, among other issues.
How does she typically work with clients?
Sessions are interactive and focused on practical steps. She uses listening, skill teaching, and homework to help people change thoughts and habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of experience working as a clinician in New York.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She accepts international clients; confirm any regional details before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
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