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Binoy Thannikkodan Kuriakose

LPC

Compassionate counselor for everyday struggles

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Eating and food issues
  • Trauma and recovery

About Binoy

Binoy Thannikkodan Kuriakose is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Texas who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and addictive behaviors. He speaks English, Malayalam, and Tamil. He emphasizes creating an open space where clients can speak frankly about difficult feelings and life changes.

With 11 years of experience, he focuses on practical, straightforward work. Sessions aim to help people notice what gets in the way of the life they want and practice new ways of responding. He uses a blend of approaches to match each person's goals and pace.

Clients can expect a calm, respectful presence in sessions. He encourages honest conversation about family tensions, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, and issues like shame or low self-esteem. He also supports people dealing with trauma, anger, impulsivity, and questions about life purpose.

Binoy draws from methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy. These approaches shape how he helps people manage symptoms and try out different behaviors between sessions.

He works with a wide range of concerns including attachment and abandonment issues, autism and Asperger syndrome, body image, caregiver stress, money worries, and veteran-related challenges. If you decide to begin, the process starts by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to availability.

How approaches like ACT, CBT, and EMDR work online

Many of the methods he uses translate well to remote work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice their thoughts and choose actions that match their values rather than getting stuck on unhelpful thoughts. It can support anxiety, stress, and life transition work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors with short exercises between sessions. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping skills. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) offers a way to process traumatic memories through guided techniques and can reduce the intensity of upsetting recall.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, try techniques in session, and adjust based on what helps. Many people move between approaches as their needs change, and the therapist works with clients to choose the best fit.

Practical benefits of online work include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy day. Remote sessions can reduce travel time and make regular check-ins simpler. Because the biography does not specify session formats, confirm current options before booking to learn how sessions are offered and which format will best fit your routine.

License and NPI

LPC Texas · No. 69220
NPI1376907444

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English, Malayalam, Tamil

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.

What approaches does he use in sessions?

He blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, EMDR, and Mindfulness Therapy to match goals and needs.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 11 years of professional work experience as a counselor.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds the LPC credential and practices in Texas.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English, Malayalam, and Tamil.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are fees and billing handled?

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

How do I begin the process?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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