- Stress and anxiety
- Guilt and shame
- Veteran issues
About George
George Kakkanatt is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with 27 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and life changes. He also addresses concerns such as chronic pain and illness, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, and feelings of guilt and shame.
He focuses on practical steps people can use to manage strong emotions and daily challenges. Sessions include talking through specific problems, learning coping strategies, and practicing ways to improve communication. He pays attention to cultural background and personal beliefs when discussing goals and options.
His approach emphasizes clear, evidence-based techniques and steady problem solving rather than vague advice. People can expect straightforward discussions about symptoms, patterns, and small, testable changes to try between sessions. He often works with men, veterans, and people in midlife transitions, drawing on long clinical experience in those areas.
George helps clients who feel stuck by offering ways to reduce isolation and rebuild routines. He addresses impulsivity, panic, and post-traumatic stress with targeted interventions and behavioral adjustments. He also supports people thinking about forgiveness, life purpose, and repairing strained relationships.
Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam. For those who want to begin, he asks that prospective clients complete an initial matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online therapy options button. Payments use a cancellable subscription model that varies with location.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
George uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on behavior and problem solving. One common approach is behavioral activation, which breaks larger goals into small, doable actions to improve mood and routine. This helps with depression, low motivation, and daily functioning.Another useful approach is skills-focused work for anxiety and panic, such as learning breathing and grounding strategies and rehearsing responses to anxious thoughts. These techniques aim to reduce the intensity of panic and improve coping during stressful moments.
Finding which approach fits is part of the process. He will collaborate with each client to decide which methods make sense for their goals and preferences. That means adjusting strategies over time based on what helps and what does not.
The site asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments around work, care duties, or medical needs and can allow shorter check-ins or regular weekly sessions without travel.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
27+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English, Malayalam
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include chronic pain, communication problems, and guilt and shame.
How does he approach therapy?
He uses evidence-based techniques and practical problem solving. Sessions focus on talking through issues, building coping skills, and trying small changes between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 27 years of clinical experience as a therapist. That background includes work with men, veterans, and people in midlife transitions.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted. He works with clients located in Texas.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. The subscription cost varies with location.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the onboarding and scheduling process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.