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Shayla Finnissee, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Shayla is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Shayla. View 19 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Shayla is really great. She is very helpful and authentic with the advice she gives.

Reviewed November 2024

Best therapist and very helpful

Reviewed August 2024

More about Shayla

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

I am licensed in Florida with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & family conflicts. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes ADHD Communication problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Self-love Social anxiety and phobia

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Licenses

Shayla Finnissee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942951371.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH19997 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Shayla Finnissee

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

19 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Amazing Helped Thank you Anxiety Genuine Recommend Understanding Best therapist

Shayla is really great. She is very helpful and authentic with the advice she gives.

Reviewed November 2024

Best therapist and very helpful

Reviewed August 2024

Truly could not ask for a better therapist than Shayla. She is so genuine and has helped completely transform my life, mindset, relationships, and confidence in a matter of a few short months.

Reviewed July 2024

She is amazing!

Reviewed July 2024

Shayla brings real-life experience and truly graceful empathy to our sessions. Thank you

Reviewed July 2024

Very sweet, great therapist

Reviewed May 2024

Shayla is one of the realest people I’ve ever come across! She is the epitome of a genuine human, and I can’t see myself having another therapist. The amount of care she puts in to your needs is over the top and don’t be surprised if she remembers a detail that you don’t!

Reviewed May 2024

Best therapist ever

Reviewed April 2024

All I have to say is Shayla has been very helpful and has helped and continues to help me through some difficult situations in my life. I had took a break and when I came back I made it my mission to have Shayla as my therapist again. We have build a bond and having her as my therapist is great and I feel more confident in my personal life and I just want to “Thank You” Shayla. When I need help or guidance she’s there to support me.

Reviewed April 2024

Amazing!

Reviewed March 2024

Shayla is great, feel like I’m talking to a good friend! Very easy to feel relaxed and say what I need to say!!

Reviewed February 2024

She’s been very helpful and encouraging.

Reviewed February 2024

Such a positive person to talk to, helps you to see what's in front of you and what you need to work on!

Reviewed February 2024

Shayla is AMAZING! She’s funny and very sweet! She has a ton of experience and asks the right questions in order to dig deep into the details of not only the issue at hand but internal understanding! I would recommend Shayla 10 out of 10!!!

Reviewed January 2024

After about 3 minutes into my first session with Shayla I knew I was matched with a good therapist. When talking to her I feel like I’m talking to a friend. She is so warm and inviting. I look forward to my sessions and I am feeling better already after 3 sessions but I am going to continue with her for as long as I can

Reviewed January 2024

Shayla has helped me in a short time to vent and work through my anxiety. She is sweet and listens to your problems. I definitely recommend her to anyone needing to work through a problem.

Reviewed January 2024

Shayla is a great therapist. She is compassionate, understanding, thought provoking and her faith truly shows through her counseling. If you are looking for a faith based therapist Shayla is the one to go with.

Reviewed November 2023

Absolutly incredible! So nice to be able to talk to someone who is real with listening and giving direction. 10 stars if I could.

Reviewed November 2023

Shayla is a listening ear when I needed it the most. She made me feel comfortable enough to open up to her and gave the best tools to enable me sort out my anxiety. Thank you Shayla.

Reviewed August 2023

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shayla Finnissee offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Shayla Finnissee works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Shayla Finnissee speak?

Shayla Finnissee speaks English.

How many years of experience does Shayla Finnissee have?

Shayla Finnissee has 10 years of experience.

Where is Shayla Finnissee licensed to practice?

Shayla Finnissee is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Shayla Finnissee accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Shayla Finnissee does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Shayla Finnissee offer?

Shayla Finnissee offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT).

How can I communicate with Shayla Finnissee?

Shayla Finnissee can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Shayla Finnissee?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.