- Stress and anxiety
- Building self-esteem
- Practical tools
About Tijo
Tijo Thayil is a licensed mental health counselor who focuses on men's wellbeing and people coping with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, and depression. He aims to create a straightforward space where clients can talk about what feels overwhelming and find clearer ways to handle daily challenges. His style is direct and organized, with an emphasis on building a practical working relationship.
Over four years as an LMHC Tijo has worked in roles that involved client contact and supervisory responsibilities. That experience shaped his interest in community-focused work and in keeping careful written and oral records. He brings attention to detail into sessions and into planning steps that feel doable between meetings.
Tijo uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address issues like panic attacks, seasonal mood shifts, attachment concerns, and trouble with communication or control. He also supports people dealing with guilt, shame, self-love, and challenges common in young adulthood. Sessions center on clear goals and observable changes rather than abstract theory.
Clients can expect practical conversation about feelings and behavior. He helps people notice patterns, try small experiments, and adjust what isn’t working. The pace and focus are set together so work is relevant to each person’s life.
Tijo practices in New York and offers services in English. Prospective clients are invited to confirm session formats and scheduling details before booking.
How his approaches translate to online work
Evidence-based techniques like cognitive behavioral methods help people identify unhelpful thought patterns and try different behaviors to see what changes. This approach is useful for anxiety, panic, low mood, and issues with self-esteem because it breaks problems into manageable steps. Gestalt-informed practices focus on awareness in the present moment and on how clients relate to their thoughts and feelings. That can help with communication problems, attachment concerns, and feelings of guilt or shame by making current reactions clearer and easier to work with. Choosing the right approach is part of the work itself. Tijo collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals, pace, and preferences. He adjusts the focus as progress happens so sessions remain practical and relevant. Confirm the available session formats before booking, as formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people choose quieter times or places that work for them and can make scheduling around work or school simpler. Licensed professionals can use remote sessions to maintain continuity of care when in-person meetings are difficult.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
4+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Tijo commonly help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and depression, and also addresses panic attacks, SAD, attachment and communication problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
The approach emphasizes evidence-based techniques and practical steps. Sessions focus on noticing patterns, setting small goals, and trying out new skills between meetings.
What is his professional background?
He has four years of experience as an LMHC and has held roles that included direct client work and supervision, which informed his community-oriented perspective.
Where is he located and what credential does he hold?
He practices in New York and holds the LMHC credential, listed as NY LMHC in his professional details.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.