Dr. Jon Mandracchia, MO Psychologist
Calm, practical guidance for changing thoughts and behavior
Book with JonWorks with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
How Jon works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- MO Psychologist
- Licensed in
- Missouri
- Years in practice
- 6
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Jon
Dr. Jon Mandracchia uses a cognitive-behavioral approach to help people make clear, practical changes in their thinking and behavior. He focuses on helping clients reduce stress, manage anger, and cope with anxiety and depression.
He presents himself in a warm, down-to-earth way to make hard conversations easier to start. Dr. Mandracchia views stuck thinking patterns as a common cause of emotional pain.
He helps people notice those patterns and try alternative ways of thinking.
Background and approach
He also pays attention to how relationships affect everyday mood and choices. His background includes work in outpatient clinics, medical and psychiatric hospitals, college counseling centers, and correctional settings. That variety shaped his ability to adapt tools to different life situations and concerns.
He brings six years of professional experience to client work. In sessions he aims to build a genuine working relationship by being empathic and straightforward. He often uses humor to put people at ease while keeping focus on goals.
Practical skill-building and clear steps forward are central to his style. People come to him for many issues, including grief, trauma, eating concerns, parenting stress, relationship strain, career questions, bipolar management, and coping with life changes. He works by clarifying goals, keeping clients motivated, and teaching skills that can be used long after therapy ends.
What Jon works with
Everything Jon lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Jon's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
Approaches Jon lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How his approaches translate to online care
Client-centered therapy means the therapist listens carefully and adapts to each person's needs, aiming to build a genuine, supportive working relationship. This approach helps people feel heard and set clear goals for change.Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on spotting and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is useful for anxiety, depression, anger management, and stress because it teaches specific skills and step-by-step practice you can try between sessions.
Mindfulness techniques are often used alongside these approaches to help people notice reactions without judgment. These practices can reduce reactivity and improve coping with strong emotions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and the issues they bring. Adjustments are made as work progresses so the plan stays useful.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to meet. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and paced skill work. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging support quick check-ins, ongoing accountability, or brief coaching between sessions. These options make consistent work more practical for busy lives.
Questions people ask about Jon
What concerns does this therapist address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, trauma and abuse, eating issues, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar concerns, relationship and family issues, parenting, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He primarily uses a cognitive-behavioral approach paired with client-centered care. He focuses on changing unhelpful thinking while keeping a warm, straightforward working relationship.
What experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience and has worked in outpatient clinics, medical and psychiatric hospitals, college counseling centers, and correctional settings.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is listed as MO Psychologist 2016001839 and practices from Missouri.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences and schedules.
How do I start a session and what about cost?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire; schedule according to availability. Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.