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Shirnel Alleyne-Grant, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Shirnel 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 Shirnel. View 23 reviews
Great news, Shirnel is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Georgia

Recent reviews

Excellent fit, reliable and trustworthy

Reviewed November 2024

I feel connected and I feel like she understands me

Reviewed July 2024

More about Shirnel

  • 16 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello!! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Georgia for the past 14 years. My professional experience began in mental health hospitals with children and young adults who were experiencing extreme trauma and eventually a Care Manager for managed care companies. I later opened a private practice called My Caring Counseling that allowed me to have a creative platform for my clients who needed a space to feel comfortable and safe to express themselves and heal. My experience is primarily with clients who are struggling with depression symptoms, life stressors, anxiety, coping with unexpected life changes, self esteem issues, interpersonal and relationship challenges and couples who are struggling with fertility issues.

My theoretical orientation is an eclectic approach to healing and treatment. My techniques include motivational interviewing, a wholistic approach to include mindfulness techniques, movement-therapy to enhance the person’s cognitive, physical, mental and emotional wellbeing, solution-focus therapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy. My style is very warm, caring and open, being attentive and listening closely to your needs. I believe we all have the power to heal ourselves and make the changes we seek within our lives and I am here to help you navigate through this process.

As a therapist from a culturally diverse background I am committed to include all culturally diverse groups of young adults, older adults and couples. I completed a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion training to ensure my therapeutic approach is tailored appropriately and includes everyone. It is important to remain aware and sensitive to the needs of my clients.

I am excited to be your therapist and help you navigate your life's journey.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Anger management Depression Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Fertility issues Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Multicultural concerns Prejudice and discrimination Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Shirnel Alleyne-Grant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619548716.

  • LPC · Georgia · LPC004757 · Expires September 2026

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 Shirnel Alleyne-Grant

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

Overall rating:

4.5

23 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Great listener Attentive Comfortable Understanding Wonderful Excellent Listens Safe

Excellent fit, reliable and trustworthy

Reviewed November 2024

I feel connected and I feel like she understands me

Reviewed July 2024

Shirnel helps me feel heard and understood. She has great advice on how to deal with my current situation, and gives me confirmation when I’m right, and helps me see things from a different perspective. I feel stronger and more confident.

Reviewed July 2024

Shirnel is always there for support and a helping hand! She knows all the right questions to ask and is a great listener on the days I just need to talk things out!!

Reviewed May 2024

Great job

Reviewed March 2024

Shirnel is just a kind and thoughtful person. She brings scientific analysis to her positions but is also a great listener. Highly recommend

Reviewed September 2023

Shirnel is wonderful! Had such a wonderful experience with her. Highly recommend

Reviewed April 2023

I felt an instant response to Shirnel, she made me feel safe in sharing everything with her. Shirnel gave me the best advice. Mike my husband has Alziemers, he was diagnosed Recently, he has many test ahead. Shirnel steered me in the right direction concerning the amount, (thousands out of our Bank account, which she gave me great advice I followed. Shirnel means so much to me and we became fast friends. Thanks

Reviewed December 2022

My counselor Shirnel Alleyne-Grant is a very professional and experienced and knowledgeable person. From day one she made me feel comfortable and like we had known each other for years. She allows me to chase a rabbits every once in a while but always leads me back to my issues. In our few sessions I have come to truly respect her and her advise and counsel. I highly recommend her if you are needing someone to talk to. Scott Tharpe

Reviewed December 2022

This is my first time using BetterHelp and Shirlen is the first therapist I was connected with. I had expected to need to change therapists a few times before finding the right fit - from our first session I knew that Shrinel got it, and gets me. Our sessions are productive and effective. She listens so well and can get right to the core of situations and my own ways of being while still empowering me. Straight from the heart, I would recommend Shirnel to anyone.

Reviewed November 2022

I enjoyed our earlier sessions but the last two she has been dismissive and distracted and it hasn’t been a good experience.

Reviewed November 2022

Just the right amount of tough love and patient understanding to push me in the right direction. I really cannot ask for a better therapist.

Reviewed July 2022

Shirnel is awesome. I felt heard, seen, and I saw improvements in my health. I’m so grateful for BetterHelp.

Reviewed July 2022

Shirnel is as solid as they come. A great listener . She leans into what you’re saying and you can tell that you have her attention. It’s clear that she wants to help you get better. I would highly recommend her to anyone that’s looking for a therapist that I going to treat you like you’re their only patient.

Reviewed June 2022

Hi! Shirnel is a great listener and has a good ability to sense & retrieve deeper understanding on any concern. I really appreciated sessions with her, would definitely suggest for that :) Thanks for your time Rocío

Reviewed April 2022

Shrinel has been a wonderful therapist, companion, supportive female figure in my time here on Betterhelp. From our first meeting, she listened so carefully and replied with compassion and empathy. She's very well spoken and takes a kind and optimistic approach in life that has made me think more positively and with brighter goals than I had previously had coming into therapy. Her advice has always been directive but also respectful and realistic. She's as much of a life coach as she is a therapist, covering a wide range of someone who you can trust with your challenges and emotions in life.

Reviewed April 2022

I’ve had two sessions with Shirnel so far and she’s been the greatest fit for me so far. I’ve always been told that finding the right therapist can take time, which it definitely has. Shirnel has been a breath of fresh air for someone going through the struggles I’m going through. Shirnel is very welcoming, understanding and attentive and I already feel great after a few sessions. Cannot recommend enough!

Reviewed January 2022

Love working with Shirnel. She is a great listener and kind person. Can only recommend

Reviewed January 2022

My therapist is awesome, she listens and is very attentive and provides me with fun homework that will impact my life right now in a positive way

Reviewed December 2021

I loved working with Shirnel!! I felt that she was right for me the moment I matched with her because she was so full of energy and had amazing vibes. I have been feeling so much better and it feels like something heavy has been lifted off my chest. After having my counseling sessions with her, I have become more relaxed and happy. She's a warm person and makes you feel very comfortable. I would definitely recommend her to others!

Reviewed November 2021

Shrinel has been really attentive to my needs. She's a great listener and actively asks questions that help zone into the parts of therapy that need attention and focus. Thank you, Shrinel for making online therapy feel comfortable.

Reviewed September 2021

Shirnel is the BEST! I feel so safe with her because she understands me! I have never felt so sure and secure with a therapist like I do with Shirnel.

Reviewed August 2021

Shirnel is so nice and my favorite therapist on this app.

Reviewed August 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shirnel Alleyne-Grant offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Shirnel Alleyne-Grant 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 Shirnel Alleyne-Grant speak?

Shirnel Alleyne-Grant speaks English.

How many years of experience does Shirnel Alleyne-Grant have?

Shirnel Alleyne-Grant has 16 years of experience.

Where is Shirnel Alleyne-Grant licensed to practice?

Shirnel Alleyne-Grant is licensed to practice in Georgia.

Does Shirnel Alleyne-Grant accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Shirnel Alleyne-Grant accepts 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 Shirnel Alleyne-Grant offer?

Shirnel Alleyne-Grant offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Shirnel Alleyne-Grant?

Shirnel Alleyne-Grant 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 Shirnel Alleyne-Grant?

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