- Client-centered approach
- CBT strategies
- Solution-focused goals
About Shaji
Dr. Shaji Daniel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who brings 11 years of clinical experience to his work. He centers sessions on patients' strengths and practical steps they can use at home. He speaks English and Malayalam, and helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and parenting challenges.
He uses a client-centered stance that puts the person's goals first. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and replace them with more useful ones. Solution-Focused techniques are used to set small, achievable goals that build momentum.
In sessions he guides people through simple cognitive restructuring and reflective exercises. He encourages clients to notice patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behavior. The work aims to reduce overwhelming reactions and increase day-to-day coping skills.
Dr. Daniel has worked as a counselor, pastor, and counselor educator, and brings that combined perspective into conversations about meaning and values. He often addresses cultural and immigration concerns alongside emotional struggles. He helps people talk through relationship and communication problems while focusing on concrete steps forward.
People meet him to address grief, anger, sleeping difficulties, self-esteem, and life changes. His style is direct and collaborative, emphasizing clear strategies that fit into a client's routine. For questions about formats or scheduling, confirm available session options before booking.
Approaches for change in online counseling
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on understanding the person and their goals, with the therapist offering acceptance and listening so the client can explore what matters most. This approach helps when someone wants a space to clarify values and decide next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses straightforward exercises to test and change unhelpful thinking. CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress by teaching practical tools that can be used between sessions.
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, doable changes and identifies what already works. Sessions often set short-term goals and track progress so clients can see steady improvement.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about needs, goals, and preferences and adjust methods as work progresses. Together they choose strategies that feel realistic and relevant.
Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are listed by the therapist. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also supports using practical tools between meetings so change continues outside the session.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Malayalam
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, sleeping problems, low self-esteem, parenting challenges, relationship issues, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a client-centered approach that focuses on the person's goals, along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused methods to build practical skills and small steps forward.
How much experience does he have?
He has 11 years of professional experience working as a counselor, pastor, and counselor educator.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.