Shalika Eaddy-Henderson , LCSW

Shalika Eaddy-Henderson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with ten years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, substance concerns, and life transitions. Her path to social work began in a nontraditional way - after earning a Master of Public Administration while working in banking she shifted to direct clinical practice. That early career experience shaped her understanding of the real-world stressors that can contribute to depression, anxiety, and other challenges, and it continues to inform her compassionate, practical approach.

She has worked across diverse populations, including people experiencing homelessness, individuals with substance use concerns, children, adolescents, and adults. Shalika blends clinical training with lived-context awareness to support clients facing relationship and family difficulties, mood and panic symptoms, ADHD, addictions, and major life changes including fertility and pregnancy-related concerns.

In session she emphasizes meeting each person where they are, beginning with an open check-in about the week, day, or even the last hour, and then moving into collaborative work guided by the client’s priorities. Her training includes a Master of Social Work from Fordham University and a Master of Public Administration from the University of New Haven, and she is nearing completion of a Doctorate in Social Work at Capella University. As an LCSW she brings clinical knowledge, practical insight, and a client-centered stance to the therapeutic process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Shalika commonly uses client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness therapy in her work. Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person’s experience from their perspective and creating a supportive space where the client’s goals lead the work; it is useful for building self-esteem, improving communication, and navigating relationship or life transition concerns.

CBT is a practical, skills-based approach that helps identify and adjust unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is often applied for anxiety, panic, depression, and stress-related challenges to develop coping strategies and new behavioral responses. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and grounding practices that can reduce emotional reactivity and support regulation during times of distress or when managing trauma-related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shalika works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve. Online sessions - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - offer flexibility for people balancing work, family, or other commitments. These options make it easier to attend consistent therapy and access licensed professionals from different locations, while preserving continuity of care and tailored therapeutic work.