- Stress and anxiety
- Sleep and rest
- Practical tools
About Manilla
Manilla Jenkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with three decades of experience. She helps people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety and those struggling with addictions, low self-esteem, or relationship strain. She also supports people who are dealing with sleep problems and career pressures.
Manilla begins by listening to each person's story and recognizing the strengths they already have. She works in a straightforward, respectful way so clients can name what matters to them. The focus is on practical steps clients can use between sessions to make small changes that add up.
Her approach draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep sessions grounded in the client’s perspective, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and routines. She also uses elements of Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple skills for calming the body and easing worry.
Across forty-five minute sessions she helps people address issues such as trauma, sleep disruption, codependency, communication problems, and compulsive behaviors. The work is collaborative - goals are set together and reviewed as progress is made.
Manilla practices in Alabama and offers guidance shaped by long experience and practical tools. She aims to make therapy feel usable for everyday life, with clear steps and steady support along the way.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy puts the person’s experience at the center. The therapist listens deeply, follows the client’s lead, and focuses on building trust and understanding. This approach helps when people need someone who will reflect their feelings and priorities back to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, behaviors, and feelings. It teaches concrete skills to challenge unhelpful thinking and change routines that interfere with sleep, mood, or daily functioning. CBT is often used for anxiety, insomnia patterns, and compulsive behaviors.
Finding the right method is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try approaches, and adjust direction based on what feels most helpful. This is a collaborative process where client preferences guide which techniques are emphasized.
Session formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm available online options before booking. Many people appreciate online sessions because they can fit a meeting into a workday, reduce travel time, or choose a quieter time for a focused check-in. Online conversations can make it easier to practice skills between meetings and to bring real-life examples into sessions without changing daily routines.
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Experience
30+ years
Credentials
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Manilla commonly address?
Manilla works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, trauma, and sleep problems among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, client-centered style that focuses on listening first and building on a person’s strengths while teaching practical skills.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has 30 years of professional experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges and behavioral concerns.
What credential and location information should I know?
She holds an LPC credential and practices in Alabama.
Which languages are supported and can international clients work together?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.