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Dr. Lisa Daniel

Dr. Lisa Daniel

LPC

Therapist · Texas · 20+ years of experience

Experienced LPC focused on practical change

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  • 20 years experience
  • Values-based approach
  • Tools for anger

About Lisa

Dr. Lisa Daniel is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with 20 years of experience. She focuses on practical, hands-on support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, and relationship difficulties. Her style is direct and caring, and she aims to help people take small steps toward clearer thinking and better coping.

She draws on cognitive behavioral methods to spot unhelpful thinking patterns and develop different habits. She also uses acceptance and commitment ideas to help people notice what matters most and commit to actions that reflect their values. Attachment-based work informs her understanding of how early connections shape current relationships.

Sessions typically center on real-life problems like sleep issues, parenting strain, workplace stress, or coping after loss. Clients work on concrete tools for managing strong emotions, improving communication, and handling triggers tied to trauma or addiction. The goal is to reduce overwhelm and increase everyday functioning.

Dr. Daniel adapts conversations and plans to each person’s needs. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while keeping the work focused and manageable. That means setting small, achievable goals and checking progress between sessions.

Her broader focus includes concerns such as ADHD, bipolar mood challenges, eating and body image struggles, caregiving stress, and intimacy-related issues. People interested in starting can expect a collaborative, down-to-earth approach that balances practical skills with attention to personal values and relationships.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

How therapy approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choose actions that match their values. It is useful for anxiety, anger, grief, and making life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to build practical coping skills for problems like sleep issues, depression, and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns and can help with intimacy concerns and relationship struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to identify which methods fit a person's goals and daily life. Sessions are adapted over time, combining techniques as needed so the plan stays relevant to what the client wants to achieve.

The profile does not list specific online formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find online therapy helps fit work, caregiving, or school schedules because it reduces travel time and can be scheduled more flexibly. Others prefer shorter check-ins or audio-only conversations to match their energy or bandwidth. Discuss preferences and practical needs during the initial matching and scheduling steps so sessions can be arranged to fit everyday life.

At a glance

Listed location
Texas
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
LPC
Languages
English
License (Texas)
LPC · No. 86674
NPI
1871353417

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Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?

She helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, and related concerns listed in her profile.

What is her therapy style like?

Her approach is practical and compassionate, blending cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment ideas, and attachment-informed work to focus on real-life skill building.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 20 years of professional work experience as a licensed counselor in Texas.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She holds an LPC credential and practices in Texas. The profile lists her Texas LPC as the credential provided.

Does she work in other languages or with international clients?

Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.

Which session formats does she offer?

The original biography does 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 begin working with her?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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