Dr. Shaji Daniel

Dr. Shaji Daniel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas. He draws on 11 years of counseling experience to help people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and other life challenges. He speaks English and Malayalam and works with people navigating relationship strain, grief, parenting pressure, and big life changes.

He trained in counseling through a Ph.D. in counseling and a Master of Education in Professional Counseling. He has also studied theology at undergraduate and graduate levels and has experience as a pastor and counselor educator. This background shapes his approach to talk therapy and to how he frames meaning and values in clients' lives.

Dr. Daniel blends client-centered methods with cognitive behavioral techniques and solution-focused strategies. In sessions he helps clients notice unhelpful thinking patterns, test out new ways of thinking, and build small, practical steps toward change. He prioritizes collaboration, asking clients what matters to them and tailoring goals accordingly.

Typical topics covered include coping with stress, improving sleep, managing anger, boosting self-esteem, and handling immigration or multicultural concerns. He uses reflection, thought restructuring, and brief goal-focused interventions to help people move forward.

People who choose to work with him can expect clear, straightforward conversation about problems and practical steps to try between sessions. Before starting, readers should confirm current session options and scheduling details when they book.

How these approaches work in online counseling

Client-Centered Therapy is based on listening and responding to what matters most to the person in the room. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects what the client says, and helps clarify values and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce distress. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes small, practical steps and finding immediate, realistic changes that move a person toward their goals.

Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences in early sessions and collaborate on whether more listening, thought work, or short-term goal plans make the most sense. That choice can shift as progress is made.

The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy life and keeping regular check-ins without long travel. Online work can make it easier to schedule brief follow-ups, manage session timing around work or school, or choose conversation-only check-ins when video is not needed. Because specific session formats were not listed in the biography, confirm current session options before booking so arrangements match personal needs and daily routines.