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Pallah Burdis

Pallah Burdis, LCSW

Texas

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Addictions

  • Life purpose
  • Postpartum mood
  • Family of origin

About Pallah

Pallah Burdis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with six years of clinical experience. She works with adults who feel stuck after big life changes, including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and questions about life purpose. She also addresses addictions, low self-esteem, and mood concerns.

Her practice pays attention to how cultural background and experiences of discrimination shape emotional life. She talks with people about isolation and social anxiety, and about the extra pressures new parents may face with postpartum mood changes. She also helps people manage grief, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and health-related challenges such as HIV / AIDS.

In sessions she focuses on practical, evidence-based techniques to address symptoms and behavior. She helps people identify patterns coming from family of origin and attachment issues. She also works with those coping with guilt, shame, jealousy, and financial stress that affects daily life.

Pallah supports people in addiction recovery and in reducing the harmful effects of drug and alcohol use. She offers concrete steps and communication strategies for relationship strain and conflict. Her work with life purpose is grounded in helping people notice values and manageable next steps rather than promising outcomes.

Conversations are direct and focused on what feels most pressing. She speaks English and practices in Texas where she holds her LCSW credential. To begin a session people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial appointment.

How evidence-based approaches guide online sessions

Many of her methods draw on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people change behavior and manage mood. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce anxiety and depression. This can help with day-to-day stress, worry, and low mood by teaching practical skills and steps to test new behaviors.

Another approach targets attachment and family of origin patterns. It involves noticing repeated relationship dynamics and trying new ways of relating that reduce conflict and loneliness. This is useful for people working through guilt, shame, jealousy, or longstanding family problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs and goals, adjusting methods as progress is made. The process is collaborative and focused on clear, manageable objectives.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can help fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel, making it easier to schedule a midday check-in, or allowing a shorter follow-up when that suits the client. Many people appreciate being able to keep consistent appointments around work and family demands while trying different approaches with a licensed professional.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Experience

6+ years

Listed in

Texas

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she work with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, addictions, low self-esteem, and related issues like guilt and shame.

How does she approach someone who feels stuck?

She uses practical, evidence-based techniques to identify patterns and small steps forward. Sessions focus on behavior, emotions, and workable strategies.

What is her experience background?

She has six years of clinical experience working with adults on mood disorders, addiction recovery, and relationship concerns.

What credential does she hold and where does she practice?

She is an LCSW practicing in Texas and holds the TX LCSW credential as documented.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.

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