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Shakira Maldonado, LMHC

Compassionate LMHC supporting teens and adults
  • CBT and mindfulness
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship support

About Shakira Maldonado

Shakira Maldonado is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who supports teens and adults through periods of stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship strain. With three years of clinical experience, she creates a nonjudgmental space where individuals can examine thoughts and emotions and develop practical ways to cope.

Her practice blends evidence-based strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - often called CBT - with mindfulness techniques and a client-centered outlook. This combination helps clients establish healthier patterns of thinking, improve emotional regulation, and build resilience in the face of life transitions and everyday pressure.

Shakira works with teens on concerns common to adolescence, including school and social stress, self-esteem challenges, and mood shifts, guiding them to strengthen coping skills and emotional awareness. With adult clients she focuses on improving relationship dynamics, addressing attachment and abandonment issues, and navigating major changes like separation or evolving family roles.

Areas of additional focus include body image, codependency, communication and control issues, caregiver stress, and forgiveness work. Shakira brings a compassionate, tailored approach that emphasizes collaboration and practical growth, supporting each person in pursuing greater balance and emotional wellbeing. LMHC indicates her credential as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor qualified to provide therapeutic services in her licensed states.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shakira Maldonado have?

Shakira Maldonado has three years of experience providing individual therapy.

Is Shakira Maldonado a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are FL LMHC MH23809 and NY LMHC 013247.

In which languages does Shakira Maldonado provide therapy?

Shakira Maldonado provides therapy in English.

Where is Shakira Maldonado located?

Shakira Maldonado is located in Florida.

How can I work with Shakira Maldonado as my therapist?

You can work with Shakira Maldonado through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shakira Maldonado work with international clients?

Shakira Maldonado does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shakira Maldonado 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.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people ask whether meeting with a therapist remotely can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the clearest advantages is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that fits their routine and comfort level - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or messaging - making it easier to maintain consistency even with busy schedules or limited local options.

Therapists delivering remote care are licensed professionals, and clients can request a different therapist at any time if they feel a different approach would be a better match. Online therapy can make access to skilled support more convenient while preserving the therapeutic focus on growth, coping skills, and improved wellbeing.

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