- CBT methods
- Mindfulness work
- Motivational interviewing
About Joshua
Joshua Mondary is a California licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with eight years of professional experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting concerns, low self-esteem, depression, addictions, grief, and questions about life purpose. He also supports people facing trauma, anger, career transitions, and bipolar-related challenges.
Joshua focuses on practical conversation and clear steps. He treats each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions mix long-form reflection with concrete strategies to manage symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.
He uses a range of methods, including cognitive behavioral approaches to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, mindfulness techniques to reduce reactivity, and motivational interviewing to strengthen commitment to change. Psychodynamic ideas help him notice repetitive patterns, and solution-focused tools keep work goal-oriented and brief when needed.
In a session he listens for patterns that keep someone stuck, then offers exercises, small experiments, and questions to test a new way of responding. Work can include skill practice for communication or parenting, planning around recovery from substance issues, or managing mood swings and grief.
People who feel stuck after a big life change often come for short-term work on specific problems or for ongoing support while they sort out what matters next. He asks straightforward questions, suggests practical changes, and checks in about what is working as therapy progresses.
How his approaches translate to online work
Joshua often draws on cognitive behavioral therapy to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. CBT tends to focus on clear goals, homework, and short exercises that can be practiced between sessions to reduce anxiety or manage mood.He also uses mindfulness techniques to help people notice stress and respond differently. Mindfulness work usually involves brief attention practices and awareness exercises that fit into daily routines and can be guided in conversation during online meetings.
Motivational interviewing is another tool he uses to clarify a person’s reasons for change and boost internal motivation. That approach uses open questions and reflective listening to move someone from ambivalence toward concrete steps.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss goals, try different methods, and adjust based on what helps most. This collaborative process looks at what feels practical and what produces small, testable improvements.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the available options before scheduling. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, provide shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Many people find that the written exercises, audio-guided mindfulness, and structured CBT homework translate well to virtual meetings and support everyday progress.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
He helps adults with stress, anxiety, relationships, parenting, self-esteem, depression, addictions, grief, anger, life changes, and life purpose questions.
How does he approach feeling stuck?
He combines practical skill work with reflective discussion. Sessions mix strategies like cognitive behavioral exercises and solution-focused planning to test new ways of responding.
What experience does he bring?
He has eight years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including trauma, bipolar issues, and substance use challenges.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, licensed in California and practices there.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what formats are used?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats. The site workflow will show available choices when scheduling.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions are billed through a cancellable subscription model.
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