Rocio Samaniego, LCSW

Rocio Samaniego is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 17 years of professional experience practicing in Texas and New Mexico. She specializes in supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, family conflict, and issues with self-esteem and confidence. Rocio approaches therapy with the belief that each person is the expert of their own story and brings strengths that can be mobilized to overcome life’s obstacles.

She emphasizes empowerment and collaboration, helping clients take the courageous first steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Rocio integrates a range of evidence-informed approaches to meet each person’s needs, including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), trauma-focused techniques, and relationship work such as Gottman Method and Imago therapy. She also draws on solution-focused, narrative, motivational interviewing, and internal family systems strategies to tailor treatment to individual goals.

Fluent in English and Spanish, Rocio works with adults and families to address practical coping skills, relational patterns, and deeper emotional healing. Her practice centers on respect, clear collaboration, and helping clients build the skills and awareness needed to navigate change and regain a sense of purpose and self-worth.