- Addictions
- Self esteem
- Life purpose
About Shani
Shani Leal is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with seven years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship strain, and career or life transitions. She also supports people dealing with trauma, parenting stress, and questions about life purpose.
Shani draws on a multicultural viewpoint when helping people who struggle with codependency, communication problems, or issues related to adoption and foster care. She regularly sees survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence and helps people manage anger, compassion fatigue, and the emotional demands of caregiving.
In sessions she focuses on practical steps as well as emotional processing. That can include setting small goals, practicing new ways to communicate, and learning skills to reduce stress and manage mood swings. She also works with people exploring identity and LGBT concerns and with clients coping with bipolar disorder or major life change.
Shani describes her work as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques alongside cultural awareness. She helps clients build clearer thinking around decisions, notice limiting beliefs, and practice healthier patterns in relationships. The emphasis is on regular, manageable work that fits into everyday life.
For someone feeling stuck after a job change, a breakup, or a health shift, Shani offers direct support in sorting priorities and testing next steps. People usually start by filling a short questionnaire and scheduling an initial session to see what fits.
Evidence-based approaches and online care
Shani works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on skills and real-world practice. One common approach emphasizes learning concrete skills for managing anxiety and stress, like breath work, grounding, and structured problem solving. These techniques help when day-to-day worries or panic get in the way of functioning.Another useful approach centers on processing trauma in measured steps, building tolerance for difficult memories while also developing ways to regulate emotions. That method is often used with people recovering from sexual assault, abuse, or domestic violence to reduce reactivity and improve safety in relationships.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and pace. That means trying a strategy, checking how it lands, and adjusting over time in partnership with the client.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful for fitting therapy into a busy day, reducing travel, or allowing shorter check-ins between appointments. Licensed professionals can adapt techniques for remote work, focusing on skills practice, check-ins, and planning between sessions without promising any specific format.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and life transitions including career and relationship changes.
How does she approach feeling stuck?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and cultural context to set small goals, improve communication, and reduce stress.
How many years of experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working with adults on issues like self-esteem, trauma recovery, and life-purpose questions.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Texas and practices with clients based in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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