- Trauma recovery
- Adoption and foster care
- Self-esteem work
About Shani
Shani Leal is a Licensed Professional Counselor who helps people move forward during big life changes. She focuses on building self-esteem, improving communication, and supporting recovery from hard experiences. Shani practices in Texas and uses a multicultural lens in her work.
Her approach centers on listening closely and helping people identify practical next steps. She supports those dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar challenges, and addictions by creating a steady, straightforward space to talk through problems. She also addresses relationship concerns, codependency, and communication problems without overwhelming technical language.
Shani has a particular interest in adoption and foster care matters and in helping survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. She helps people explore self-love, life purpose, and how to cope with stress and compassion fatigue. Sessions aim to strengthen coping skills and clarify goals.
With seven years of experience as an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - she blends empathy with evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Shani works with adults who are navigating young adult transitions, career questions, parenting strain, and relationship tension. Her style is practical and person-focused.
People who choose her can expect clear communication about goals and steps between sessions. She encourages small, achievable changes and checks progress along the way. To start, she asks about what matters most and then helps set a realistic plan.
How evidence-based approaches fit into online therapy
Shani uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and healing. One approach emphasizes short-term, goal-focused work to reduce anxiety and improve coping skills; it helps people learn tools they can use between sessions. Another approach centers on trauma-informed care that helps people safely process difficult experiences and rebuild a sense of safety and self-worth.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means adapting techniques over time based on what feels useful and what progress looks like for the client.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats before booking since specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also help people stay consistent with sessions during life transitions and manage care around work or study commitments.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shani commonly help with?
She works with anxiety, depression, bipolar struggles, addictions, and stress. She also addresses relationship issues, codependency, parenting strain, and recovery from trauma including sexual assault.
What is the therapeutic style like?
Her style is empathetic and down-to-earth with concrete steps. She combines listening with practical tools so clients can try new approaches between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Shani has seven years of experience as a practicing counselor. That experience includes supporting people through life transitions and trauma recovery.
What credentials and location apply?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.