Soni Dani-Cox, LMFT

Soni Dani-Cox is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 10 years of professional experience. As an LMFT she is trained to work with individuals, couples, and families to address relationship dynamics and emotional challenges while tailoring care to each person's circumstances.

Soni blends insight-oriented psychotherapy with evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, the Gottman Method, and mindfulness-based practices. Her approach emphasizes compassionate exploration to help clients identify and address root causes while developing practical skills and routines that support long-term emotional well-being. Treatment is individualized - conversations and plans are adapted to meet each client's unique needs and goals.

Her counseling style is described as warm and interactive, grounded in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She does not rely on stigmatizing labels and works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, LGBT concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleep difficulties, anger, self-esteem, career matters, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. Soni supports clients who are ready to take steps toward greater fulfillment and resilience, offering guidance and empowerment throughout the therapeutic process.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

In online sessions Soni draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to address emotional and relational concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and build practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - it is helpful for intense emotions, relationship conflicts, and self-management skills. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding and reorganizing emotional responses within relationships so partners and family members can build stronger bonds and healthier patterns.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Soni works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts interventions as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility, allowing people to connect with licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations. Sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins or ongoing work can be supported through live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to maintain continuity of care.