Dr. Ana-Rocío Escobar-Chew, LMFT

Using relational and solution-focused approaches online

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters to the individual; it helps people feel heard and figure out their own next steps. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) looks at patterns in emotions and interactions, useful when recurring emotional cycles make communication and closeness difficult. Solution-Focused Therapy targets small, concrete changes to move toward specific goals, which is helpful for parenting challenges and stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences together and adjust methods as needed. That collaborative process helps match tools to your situation rather than sticking to one fixed method.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video is useful for in-depth conversations and reading nonverbal cues. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text can be good for brief check-ins, quick problem-solving, or ongoing support between longer sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue work when travel or distance is a barrier.