Steven Mondragon, LCSW

Steven Mondragon is a licensed clinical social worker with ten years of professional experience in Utah. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, and depression. He also supports those processing trauma, anger, and issues with self-esteem and motivation.

His approach begins by listening. He treats each person as the expert on their life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions aim to be straightforward and practical so people can use what they learn between meetings.

Steven has worked with first responders, including police, fire, and medical personnel, and brings that experience into other clinical situations. He helps people who cope with chronic pain, illness, or disability find ways to manage daily challenges. He also addresses relationship struggles like attachment or communication problems and difficult emotions such as guilt, shame, or impulsivity.

In session he mixes conversational, goal-focused methods with trauma-aware care. He uses Client-Centered ideas to follow what the person needs and Cognitive Behavioral tools to spot and change unhelpful thinking. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused work help people set realistic steps and keep moving forward.

Steven aims to make the work feel collaborative and clear. He supports clients as they take practical steps toward a more manageable and meaningful life.

How therapeutic methods translate to online sessions

Steven commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following what matters to the person, helping them name strengths and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and teaches practical ways to test and change unhelpful thinking patterns.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped in the past. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Session formats are not specified in the provided biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by reducing travel and allowing sessions during breaks or between activities. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or let people use phone audio when video is difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt tools from these approaches for use remotely while focusing on clear steps and home practice between meetings.