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Jamelia Shahid-EL, LCMHC — Child & Family therapist in North Carolina

Jamelia Shahid-EL

(she/her)

Encouraging progress over perfection

Virtual sessions · North Carolina

Accepts insurance

5/5(3)|LCMHC
Works with ages 5 to 17

16+ years in practice

Calm

Collaborative

Supportive

Biography

I’m a clinical mental health counselor and experienced school counselor who supports children, teens, and young adults through stress, anxiety, identity exploration, and trauma. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and focused on presence over perfection. I provide a safe, affirming space to build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and move toward healing.

Specializes in

ADHD
Anger
Anxiety
Bullying
Coping Skills
Depression
Fears
Trauma & Life Events
Stress
School & Social Issues
Life Transitions
Grief & Loss

Treatment Method

You can talk to your therapist in your first session about which approach would be the best fit for you.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)

Style

Calm
Collaborative
Supportive

Education

Master's of Counseling, Counseling

North Carolina Central University · 2009

Certifications

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) Certification

Evergreen Certifications · 2026

Professional memberships

North Carolina School Counselor Association · member since 2010

Reviews

Average Rating

5/5 (3)

Total Reviews

3

Parent of a 9 year old

Mar 26, 2026

Thoughtful, kind and considerate. She's a wonderful listener while also providing advice.

Parent of an 8 year old

Mar 01, 2026

Nothing on your end. I just believe when she’s ready, she will have a safe space. Thank you for today

Parent of an 8 year old

Feb 01, 2026

My daughter is excited about her new “safe place”

Book session

Next available: Jul 12