Steven Mondragon

Steven Mondragon is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Utah with ten years of professional experience. He helps people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. Steven emphasizes strengths and works with each person’s story as the starting point for change.

He has worked with first responders, including police, fire, and medical personnel, and brings that experience into routine clinical work. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps people can try between meetings. Steven listens for what matters most and uses that to guide short- and longer-term work.

His style centers on respectful collaboration. He uses Client-Centered Therapy to follow the person’s priorities and build on existing strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used when people want to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors in day-to-day life.

He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change and Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small, achievable steps. For people affected by traumatic events, Trauma-Focused Therapy is offered to address distress linked to past experiences.

Sessions aim to be straightforward. People can expect a mix of listening, gentle challenge, and concrete homework when it fits their goals. Steven encourages questions and adapts pace to each person’s comfort level.

How his approaches translate to online sessions

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on following the person's lead and building on strengths. In practice this means the therapist listens closely and asks questions that help clarify what matters most, which can help with stress, low self-esteem, and life-direction concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. Online sessions can be used to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try small behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms.

Motivational Interviewing helps when someone is unsure about change. The therapist uses open questions and reflective listening to explore motivation and find manageable next steps.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to decide which methods fit their goals, pace, and preferences, and will adjust as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find this flexibility helps maintain consistency while they work on stress, coping after trauma, and daily behavior changes.