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Shalin Candelaria, LMHC
Florida
LMHC - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-Centered approach
- English and Spanish
About Shalin
Shalin Candelaria is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with five years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. Shalin speaks English and Spanish and focuses on practical steps clients can take to feel steadier day to day.
Shalin uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered and emotionally-focused methods to help people notice thoughts and habits that get in the way. She breaks problems into manageable parts and helps clients test different responses. Sessions tend to focus on what is happening now and what can be changed between meetings.
Shalin also incorporates tools drawn from EMDR and relationship-focused work when those approaches seem helpful. She aims to teach coping skills for strong emotions, improve communication patterns, and reduce symptoms that interfere with daily life. Examples of issues she addresses include attachment concerns, caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, and substance-related problems.
Her work emphasizes collaboration - planning practical steps, practicing new skills, and checking progress. Costs vary by location and sessions run on a subscription that can be canceled at any time. For people ready to begin, the first step is a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session.
Shalin combines focused techniques with conversational care. She helps people set clear goals, try specific strategies, and decide what works next.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Shalin commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and then practices small experiments to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress because it focuses on concrete skills and short-term goals.She also draws on client-centered therapy to keep the work collaborative and emotionally-focused therapy to address relationship patterns and attachment concerns. Those approaches prioritize listening, reflecting emotions, and improving how people connect and communicate.
Finding the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist will review your needs, goals, and preferences and suggest a combination of methods to try. Clients and therapist check in regularly about what is helping and adjust the plan as needed.
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 day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Some formats use audio only which can be better when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Licensed professionals can help schedule times that suit work, caregiving, or medical routines.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness, body image, addiction-related concerns, and relationship communication problems.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more effective patterns. Sessions focus on practical exercises and homework to try between meetings.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She has five years of experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her work has included supporting people with anxiety, depression, stress, and emotional regulation difficulties.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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