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Desiree Steadman-Gallegos, LCSW
Utah
LCSW - Anxiety and Relationship Concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT methods
- Attachment focus
- Grief and parenting
About Desiree
Desiree Steadman-Gallegos is a Utah-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 18 years of professional experience. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, grief and loss, and struggles with self-esteem and identity. Her work also covers parenting concerns, compassion fatigue, ADHD-related issues, and career or life-purpose questions.
She uses straightforward conversation to identify what is getting in the way of daily functioning. Sessions focus on clear goals and small, practical changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is part of her approach alongside methods that center on attachment and emotional process.
Desiree often addresses problems that come from hurtful patterns such as abandonment, control issues, or communication breakdowns. She also works with people dealing with infidelity, divorce and separation, immigration challenges, and the effects of loneliness or isolation. Other topics she supports include guilt and shame, forgiveness, and multicultural or veteran-related concerns.
Her approach includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) elements to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. Client-centered techniques guide the pace of sessions so people can bring what matters most to them. The focus is on skills that can be practiced between meetings.
Sessions are offered in English and are based in Utah. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. To begin, a short questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled via the platform.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Desiree draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and test thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. CBT sessions usually include setting clear goals, practicing new responses, and reviewing what was tried between meetings. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to clarify values and accept difficult feelings while committing to practical actions that matter. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in relationships and how early bonds influence current reactions, useful for intimacy and communication problems.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She collaborates with each person to pick methods that match goals and preferences. That may mean emphasizing CBT tools for skill building, or shifting to ACT or attachment work when emotions or relationship patterns are central.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they fit more easily into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. The therapist will discuss which session rhythm and methods best fit a person's routine and treatment goals during the initial matching and first meeting.
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she work with most often?
She commonly helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, and self-esteem struggles.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to try practical alternatives that change day-to-day responses.
What is her professional background?
She is a licensed clinical social worker with 18 years of experience working with a range of emotional and relational issues.
Where is she based and licensed?
She holds an LCSW license in Utah and practices with that credential within the state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies by location and therapy is provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start working with her?
Begin by selecting the online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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