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Madeline Shiel

Madeline Shiel

LCMHC

New Hampshire

Empowering, practical counseling for life changes

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At a glance

Credentials
LCMHC
License
LCMHC, New Hampshire / 2293
Experience
7 years
Languages
English
Location
New Hampshire

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    • Motivational approach
    • Focus on mood
    • Client-centered care

    About Madeline

    Madeline Shiel is a licensed clinical mental health counselor who uses a person-centered style to help people manage stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. She draws on Motivational Interviewing and other practical approaches to support people working through life changes and LGBTQ+ related concerns. Madeline practices in New Hampshire and holds the LCMHC credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor.

    Madeline keeps conversations focused and respectful. She tailors sessions to each person’s needs and pace. Her approach often blends Motivational Interviewing with cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice patterns, set small goals, and build on progress over time.

    She also uses mindfulness and narrative methods to help people become more aware of thoughts and feelings, and to reframe personal stories that get in the way of feeling better. These tools can be useful for mood disorders, social anxiety, body image, and communication problems.

    Madeline has seven years of professional experience working in clinical settings. She emphasizes sensitivity and compassion and aims to create an atmosphere where people feel heard. Her work includes supporting people with gender dysphoria and autism and Asperger syndrome concerns when those issues relate to mood, identity, or daily functioning.

    To start, she asks people to share what matters most to them and then crafts a plan together. Sessions focus on practical steps, clearer thinking, and coping skills so people can take steady steps toward the changes they want.

  2. How Madeline’s approaches translate to online therapy

    Madeline draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and set manageable goals. This approach focuses on listening, asking reflective questions, and helping someone build momentum toward what matters to them.

    She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which centers the conversation on the person’s experience and priorities. That means the therapist follows the client’s lead, offers empathy, and helps clarify what the client wants to work on. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, when used, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and then tests new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood.

    Choosing the right mix of methods is a joint process. Madeline works collaboratively to match approaches to each person’s needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts strategies as progress is made.

    Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce commute time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports continuing work through life changes by keeping momentum between appointments.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

    Additional focus areas

    Autism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCommunication problemsGender dysphoriaMood disordersSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    7+ years

    Listed in

    New Hampshire

    Languages

    English

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of issues does she help with?

    She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes, and addresses LGBT-related concerns and mood disorders.

    What is her therapy style like?

    She uses a client-centered approach and Motivational Interviewing to tailor conversations and encourage practical steps toward change.

    How much experience does she have?

    Madeline has seven years of professional experience working in clinical settings.

    What are her credentials and where is she based?

    She is licensed as an LCMHC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, and practices in New Hampshire.

    Which languages are supported for sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can people outside the United States work with her?

    She does not accept international clients at this time.

    How does pricing and billing work?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    What should I do to begin therapy?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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