Estela Rodriguez Jebril, LCSW

Estela Rodriguez Jebril is a bilingual and bicultural therapist practicing in California who also works as a transformational coach. She holds a Master in Social Work, earned from California State University of Long Beach in 2008, and is licensed as an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, which reflects advanced training in clinical social work. Estela has spent significant portions of her career providing psychotherapy for diverse populations and a wide variety of concerns, with early experience delivering in-home family therapy to Medi-Cal recipients for five years.

Her work with at-risk students in elementary, middle, and high school settings focused on strengthening communication, enhancing problem-solving skills, and addressing trauma affecting students and their families. Since 2016 she has practiced independently in private practice, offering online therapy and coaching to women, families, adolescents, and couples. Her approach is goal-oriented and client-centered, combining practical tools with collaborative support to help clients pursue meaningful change.

Estela commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, both hands-on methods aimed at identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and building effective coping strategies. She emphasizes a trusting, emotionally supportive relationship as the foundation for growth and change, and she welcomes clients who are ready to take the next step toward healing and improved well-being.

Approaches and online care for meaningful change

Estela often draws on Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where the client’s perspective leads the work - this approach helps people explore values, build self-understanding, and find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets the connections between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical strategies to reduce unhelpful thinking patterns and develop healthier coping skills for stress, anxiety, depression, and related concerns.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Estela works collaboratively with each client to determine what fits best. She considers the client’s goals, needs, and preferences, and adapts methods over time so the work stays relevant and effective for the individual or family.

Online therapy with Estela is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without rearranging daily life, helping clients maintain momentum between sessions and apply new skills where they live and work.