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Dr. Sovichan Scaria

Dr. Sovichan Scaria, LPC, LMFT

LPC, LMFT - stress and relationship focus

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Profile details for Dr. Sovichan Scaria
CredentialsLPC, LMFT
LicensesLMFT, Louisiana / MFT1245; LMFT, Texas / 206021; LPC, Louisiana / 8571
NPI1851925929
Experience5 years in practice
LanguagesEnglish, Malayalam
LocationLouisiana

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  • ACT methods
  • CBT strategies
  • Emotion-focused work

About Sovichan

Dr. Sovichan Scaria, LPC, LMFT, is licensed in Louisiana and has practiced for 5 years. He works on stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, addictions, trauma, mood disorders, parenting, career issues and related struggles using approaches he lists such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Existential Therapy.

Dr. Scaria frames work around respect and understanding. He starts by acknowledging what is difficult and then helps people identify their strengths and resources. Sessions emphasize practical steps and clearer communication rather than long lectures. He describes his role as someone who helps people sort through immediate problems and look for exceptions to persistent difficulties.

Before licensure he worked many years as a pastoral counselor and completed a doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2019. He began practicing as a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in 2020 and also holds a Licensed Professional Counselor credential. This background informs his focus on relationships and family dynamics alongside individual concerns.

In sessions he uses brief, solution-focused ideas alongside evidence-based methods such as CBT and ACT. He also draws on emotionally focused and client-centered ways of working when communication and feelings are central. The emphasis is on practical coping skills, clearer interactions, and slowly building options that fit daily life.

He sees clients in English and Malayalam and accepts international clients. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, the site asks users to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

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How his approaches guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on values-based action and practical steps to move toward what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful patterns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on identifying and expressing emotions and improving interpersonal connection when relationship issues are present.

Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. Sessions can mix methods as needs change, and decisions about techniques are made together rather than imposed.

The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when helpful, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often adapt ACT, CBT, and EFT skills to digital sessions so people can practice tools between meetings and bring real-life examples to session time.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issues

Also works with

AddictionsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Louisiana, Texas

Languages

English, Malayalam

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, grief, addictions, trauma, mood disorders, parenting and related concerns.

What is his therapeutic style?

He uses a solution-focused brief approach combined with Client-Centered, ACT, CBT and Emotionally-Focused methods to help people identify strengths and practical steps.

How much experience does he have?

He has 5 years of licensed practice experience and many additional years of pastoral counseling prior to licensure.

Which credentials and location apply?

He holds LPC and LMFT credentials and is licensed in Louisiana.

Which languages are offered?

Sessions are offered in English and Malayalam, and he accepts international clients.

What session formats are available?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.

How are sessions paid for?

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

How do I get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.

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