- Years in practice
- 11
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Texas
- Languages
- English, Malayalam
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Relationship issues
- Focus
- Grief
About Shaji
Dr. Shaji Daniel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who brings 11 years of clinical experience to his practice. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, anger, sleep problems, and issues with self-esteem.
He also supports those facing grief, relationship strain, parenting concerns, and major life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam. Dr.
Daniel blends client-centered listening with practical tools. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new thinking patterns.
Background and approach
He also draws on Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small steps that lead to real progress. His background includes work as a counselor, pastor, and counselor educator, and he holds a Ph.D. in counseling plus a Master of Education in Professional Counseling. That combination informs a direct, respectful style that values each person's beliefs and culture.
He pays attention to multicultural and immigration-related stresses when they come up. In sessions he collaborates on clear, doable strategies. People can expect to talk through thoughts and feelings, practice different responses, and set small goals between meetings.
The focus is on immediate coping skills and longer-term changes that build resilience. Therapy is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text messaging, with scheduling based on the platform's process for matching and booking. Fees vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What Shaji works with
Everything Shaji lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Shaji helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Coping with life changes
- Communication problems
- Immigration issues
- Multicultural concerns
Approaches Shaji lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How these approaches translate to online care
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration. In online sessions this means the therapist focuses on understanding a person’s experience and helping them set goals that matter to them. It is useful for people who want a supportive space to talk through parenting stress, grief, or relationship worries.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches concrete ways to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Online CBT sessions often include brief exercises, thought records, and homework that can be reviewed over video or text. This approach is helpful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress management.
Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on small, practical steps that lead to improvement. The therapist and client identify what is already working and build on it, making quick adjustments that fit daily life and parenting demands.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, past attempts, and preferences, then recommend a path and adjust it over time. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions to what a person needs most.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for longer conversations and exercises that need visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for a shorter check-in. Live chat and messaging work well for quick updates, ongoing problem solving, and staying connected between meetings. These options make therapy more flexible for busy parents and people with varied schedules.
Questions people ask about Shaji
What kinds of problems does Dr. Daniel help with?
He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, sleep problems, low self-esteem, grief, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes. He also addresses communication problems, immigration issues, and multicultural concerns.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a client-centered style that emphasizes listening and collaboration. He combines that with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused techniques to create practical plans and change unhelpful thinking.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 11 years of counseling experience, including roles as a counselor, pastor, and counselor educator. That mix informs his approach to practical coping and meaning-making.
What credentials and location information are on file?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas. Educational background noted includes a Ph.D. in counseling and a Master of Education in Professional Counseling.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam. International clients are not currently accepted.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are costs and payments handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription model. Subscriptions can be canceled at any time according to the platform's terms.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability through the platform.
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