What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Shanita is so knowledgeable and helpful with any problems I encounter. She has a calm and wise presence that puts me at ease. I always feel supported by Shanita and never judged. I know I will get the feedback I need to face my challenges and grow as a person. Highly recommend!!”
SELess than 6 months ago
“I thought shanita was very wholesome and provided a very warm and nurturing environment for me to start my therapy journey! She helps me expound on my feelings and gives me confidence that I can accomplish the goals I set out for myself. ”
AMLess than 1 year ago
About Shanita Glover-Mangam
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Depression
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Therapy
BIPOC Mental Health Issues
Life Transition
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Shanita Glover-Mangam
Have you ever felt like you were a step behind navigating life's major moments, starting school, changing jobs, building a relationship, or facing personal loss? For marginal communities, these big life transitions often come with an extra weight of not having the built-in support or resources others seem to rely on. It can be very confusing and disorienting. You might be carrying the impact of a clear traumatic event, or perhaps it's the chronic, quiet toll of past neglect or abuse that leaves you feeling exhausted. If you are struggling to establish yourself in a world that feels unevenly balanced, please know that this is a safe space to acknowledge that struggle and make progress! I aim to help people to heal both the loud and silent wounds, and gently empower you to move toward a future of wholeness and reach your potential!
What should a new client know about working with you?
You should know that our work will be a journey of deep self-discovery and internal negotiation. Shanita's practice is grounded in the understanding that the pain you carry is often rooted in having to adapt to difficult circumstances, which can leave you feeling fragmented or at war with yourself. She uses a blend of therapeutic approaches, primarily Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Internal Family Systems (IFS). This means we won't just talk about your past; we'll actively work to heal it by understanding your internal ecosystem. Expect to learn about your "parts"—the different thoughts, feelings, and impulses that make up your personality. We'll identify their motives (even the difficult ones!), understand their protective roles, and teach you how to negotiate with them when they are in conflict. This process helps you unblend from the protective parts, allowing your true self to emerge as the compassionate leader of your life. You are not broken; you are complex, and we will work to bring you into harmony.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our process begins by establishing a safe, trusting, and non-judgemental alliance, dedicating initial sessions to truly listening to your story, understanding your core challenges, and mapping out your internal landscape and external context. We focus early on identifying the specific traumas or chronic struggles that impact your present-day life transitions and your ability to feel equipped for them. From there, we dive into the core work of Parts Identification and Mapping by learning the language of your internal system—identifying your different parts (like the anxious perfectionist or the inner critic) and understanding their primary roles and fears.
The goal is to help your "Self"—your core of clarity, compassion, and courage—become the primary agent of healing and leadership within your system. We continually practice techniques from IFS and ACT to help you unblend from protective or reactive parts, understand their positive intent, and respectfully negotiate new, healthier roles for them. Finally, we anchor this work using ACT principles, constantly orienting our efforts toward your core values to ensure that the changes you make are not just about reducing distress, but about building a life of meaning and vitality, despite life's inevitable challenges.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University at Buffalo (North Campus), Master's in Clinical Social Work
NPI number
1598409062
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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4 reviews
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Felt very comfortable & seen. Very soft presence even in serious conversation.
Less than 6 months agoAJ
Shanita is so knowledgeable and helpful with any problems I encounter. She has a calm and wise presence that puts me at ease. I always feel supported by Shanita and never judged. I know I will get the feedback I need to face my challenges and grow as a person. Highly recommend!!
Less than 6 months agoSE
I thought shanita was very wholesome and provided a very warm and nurturing environment for me to start my therapy journey! She helps me expound on my feelings and gives me confidence that I can accomplish the goals I set out for myself.
Less than 1 year agoAM
Shanita is a compassionate provider who takes great interest in her clients personal goals and puts energy into creating a therapeutic connection with them. She is a skill based provider who also works to help clients understand the root of their concerns to foster lasting change. She is especially attuned to the needs of the BIPOC and the LGBTQ+ community and offers a unique perspective and personalized guidance for individuals in these groups.
Less than 1 year agoVJ
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Is Shanita Glover-Mangam accepting new patients?
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What practice does Shanita Glover-Mangam work with?
Shanita Glover-Mangam works with Become The Way MSO LLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Shanita Glover-Mangam?
Shanita Glover-Mangam frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Shanita Glover-Mangam on their profile.
What languages does Shanita Glover-Mangam speak?
Shanita Glover-Mangam speaks English.
How do patients rate Shanita Glover-Mangam in reviews?
4 patients have reviewed Shanita Glover-Mangam. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.