Shalika Eaddy-Henderson, LCSW

Shalika Eaddy-Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, addiction concerns, and relationship challenges. She draws on a decade of experience and a practical, down-to-earth approach. She aims to make sessions feel approachable and relevant to everyday life.

Shalika began her career with a Master of Public Administration from the University of New Haven. That early path included bank work and gave her insight into the life pressures that can contribute to anxiety, depression, and substance use. She later completed a Master of Social Work at Fordham University and pursued social work to focus on direct helping.

Her work has included time supporting people affected by homelessness and substance abuse, and she has experience across age groups from children to adults. She prefers to start sessions by checking in about the week, the day, or even the last hour to get a clear sense of immediate concerns before moving into longer-term goals.

Shalika uses client-centered listening alongside approaches such as cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, narrative ideas, and psychodynamic perspectives. That mix helps her tailor sessions to the person in front of her, whether the focus is coping with life change, improving self-esteem, addressing trauma, or managing mood and anger.

She is working toward a Doctorate in Social Work at Capella University and practices in North Carolina. Sessions are offered in English, and she works with people who want straightforward, supportive guidance as they make changes.

How therapy approaches translate to online care

Shalika commonly blends client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques. Client-centered work focuses on the person in the session and starts by checking in about recent days to understand immediate needs. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and offers practical tools to change reactions to stress, anxiety, or cravings. Mindfulness work teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce rumination and increase calm.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Shalika will work together with each person to pick methods that match their goals and what feels comfortable. She adjusts pace and techniques as needs change, so the plan can evolve over time.

Confirm the specific online session options before booking so you know which formats are currently offered. Online care can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - it can save travel time, allow shorter check-ins on hectic days, and be less disruptive to a daily routine. Many people find that regular sessions delivered remotely help them apply new skills between meetings and stay consistent with treatment while balancing work and family demands.