Rocio Samaniego
Compassionate, skills-focused therapy for life changes
LCSW Texas
- Experience
- 17 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English, Spanish
About Rocio
Rocio Samaniego brings 17 years of clinical experience to work with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, and struggles with self-esteem and motivation.
Background and approach
She emphasizes strengths-based care and supports clients grappling with parenting concerns, anger, coping with life changes, and family difficulties, as well as related issues such as codependency, communication problems, control struggles, and feelings of isolation. Rocio also attends to matters like divorce and separation, forgiveness, life purpose, mood disorders, and self-love.
As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas and New Mexico, she centers the client in therapy and draws on evidence-informed approaches to guide change. She often blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered listening and skills-based work to help people build practical tools for daily life.
Rocio aims to empower clients to recognize their own knowledge and resources, encouraging courageous steps toward a more fulfilling life while offering supportive, collaborative care in both English and Spanish.
CBT and Skills-Based Approaches for Online Support
Rocio commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; this approach is practical for anxiety, mood concerns, and managing stress by teaching concrete strategies to change patterns. She also draws from Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes empathetic listening and a nonjudgmental stance so clients can explore their concerns at their own pace and build on personal strengths. In some cases she incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills when strong emotions or relationship patterns are a focus.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively to determine which methods fit a client's goals and preferences. Together they will consider which techniques feel most useful and adjust the plan as needs evolve, ensuring the work remains practical and aligned with the client's values.
Online therapy with Rocio is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and for how a person prefers to engage in therapy. These options make it easier to access consistent care around work, family, and other obligations while still focusing on skill building and meaningful change.
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Experience
17+ years
Licensed
Texas, New Mexico
Languages
English, Spanish