Practical approaches you can use remotely

Estela commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy to start most work. That means she listens first, follows what matters most to the client, and shapes goals around their priorities. This approach helps when someone needs a supportive space to clarify what they want to change.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is another core tool she uses to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT focuses on small experiments and skill-building to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and attention difficulties. Emotionally-Focused Therapy is used when relationship patterns and strong emotions are central to the problem; it helps people name feelings and improve connection in close relationships.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. She will talk through options with each person, weigh goals and preferences, and decide together which methods to try. The process is collaborative and adjusts as needs evolve.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make therapy fit into busy lives. Video calls are useful for fuller conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be a good option when bandwidth is limited or when clients prefer not to be on camera. Live chat or text messaging gives brief check-ins and between-session support. These formats aim to increase flexibility and make it easier to keep momentum toward goals.