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Dr. Jon Mandracchia, MO Psychologist 2016001839
Missouri
Missouri psychologist - stress and anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-focused steps
About Jon
Dr. Jon Mandracchia is a Missouri psychologist with six years of experience who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, eating issues, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career questions, and bipolar-related struggles. He holds the MO Psychologist credential (MO Psychologist 2016001839).
He works from a cognitive behavioral perspective, so he spends time identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving. Sessions focus on practical steps people can try between meetings. He also uses client-centered ideas to pay attention to how the person experiences their problems and what matters most to them.
Mindfulness techniques are part of his approach when slowing down strong feelings is helpful. Motivational interviewing is used to sort through ambivalence and build momentum toward change. Solution-focused strategies are applied to find small, manageable steps that move a person toward clearer goals.
Jon has worked in outpatient clinics, medical and psychiatric hospitals, college counseling centers, and correctional settings. That range of experience means he has seen many common patterns of distress and practical ways to address them. He keeps sessions straightforward and action-oriented so people have tools to use between meetings.
He asks clients to name goals early and tracks progress in simple ways. Humor and genuine conversation are part of his style when appropriate. Prospective clients in Missouri can expect clear explanations of methods and concrete homework to try between sessions.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Mandracchia often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. CBT uses experiments, thought records, and behavioral tasks to test new ways of responding, which can be assigned and reviewed in remote sessions. He also uses client-centered methods that emphasize listening closely to a person’s experience and letting that guide session priorities.Mindfulness practices are also part of his work, teaching simple attention and breathing exercises to reduce reactivity and increase focus. These practices are brief and can be integrated into short check-ins or homework between meetings. He treats selection of an approach as collaborative and will discuss which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences during the first sessions.
The exact online session formats available are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find remote meetings helpful because they make it easier to fit appointments into a workday, reduce travel time, or allow shorter focused check-ins when needed. The therapist will work with clients to set clear goals, assign practical tasks to practice between sessions, and review progress in subsequent meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, eating problems, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem issues, career questions, and bipolar-related concerns.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different responses. Sessions include practical exercises and skills to try between meetings.
What is his clinical background?
He has six years of professional experience and has worked in outpatient clinics, medical and psychiatric hospitals, college counseling centers, and correctional settings.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed as MO Psychologist 2016001839 and practices in Missouri.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to try sessions?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
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