- CBT techniques
- Solution focused work
- Motivational interviewing
About Silvia
Silvia Escobar is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with three years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and related issues such as postpartum depression and self-esteem. Silvia offers services in English and Spanish and focuses on practical ways to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Silvia uses a mix of evidence-based techniques to help people notice patterns and make small changes. She often draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and from Solution Focused Brief Therapy to set clear, short-term goals. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who feel stuck and want to move forward.
Her sessions are conversational and practical. Silvia listens and helps people map out steps they can try between meetings. She pays attention to how attachment and family of origin patterns influence current relationships and choices, and she helps people work through those connections.
Silvia also supports those coping with caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, and young adult issues. She frames problems in everyday terms and looks for concrete ways to change routines and reactions. Sessions are aimed at helping people manage symptoms and build more effective habits.
She encourages straightforward planning and periodic check-ins on progress. Silvia asks about what has worked before and what feels realistic now, so people leave sessions with next steps they can try.
How her therapeutic methods translate to remote sessions
Silvia commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice and change patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going, which can be useful for anxiety and depression. Solution Focused Brief Therapy focuses on small, achievable goals and practical steps that create momentum and clearer next actions.She also draws on Motivational Interviewing to address ambivalence and strengthen commitment to change. That approach involves conversational techniques to clarify values and increase motivation, which can help when people want to make a change but feel stuck. Deciding which methods to use is a collaborative process based on a persons goals and what works in early sessions.
Confirm the specific session formats before booking, since the biography does not list them. Many people find online work helps fit sessions into a busy week, makes it easier to connect across distance, and allows for shorter check-ins when needed. Phone or lower-bandwidth options can be useful when video is impractical, while video lets the therapist and client read nonverbal cues. Silvia will discuss which arrangement best fits the persons schedule, comfort with the method, and therapeutic goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and related topics such as postpartum depression and self-esteem.
How would you describe her approach?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to set goals and try concrete steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of professional experience as an LCSW practicing in California.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW licensed in California and practices out of that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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