IFSTherapists

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

LCSW

Desiree Steadman-Gallegos, LCSW

  • Experience18 years
  • LocationUtah
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, Relationship, and Family
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Continue with Desiree

Review online therapy options and next steps on BetterHelp.

About Desiree

Desiree Steadman-Gallegos is a Utah-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 18 years of professional experience who works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, self-esteem challenges, and a wide range of life transitions.

Background and approach

She approaches clients with sensitivity and respect, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each person’s unique situation while offering support for issues such as parenting, intimacy-related difficulties, anger, career concerns, depression, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Her practice also addresses more specific concerns including attachment and abandonment issues, communication and control problems, divorce and separation, immigration-related matters, infidelity, guilt and shame, and multicultural considerations. Desiree draws from multiple therapeutic methods, blending Internal Family Systems with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based techniques, client-centered care, and cognitive behavioral strategies to create practical, collaborative plans.

She emphasizes empowerment and practical steps, helping clients take courageous first steps toward greater fulfillment and well-being. Sessions are designed to meet individual goals and preferences, with an emphasis on compassionate guidance and tailored interventions.

Desiree aims to be a steady partner in clients’ journeys, helping them build coping skills, clarify life purpose, and navigate transitions with increased resilience.

Blending proven approaches for online care



Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps clients identify and relate to the different parts of themselves - younger or reactive parts as well as calmer, wiser parts - to reduce internal conflict and increase self-understanding. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values, accepting difficult thoughts and feelings, and taking committed action toward a meaningful life, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is often an evolving process, and the therapist treats that choice as a collaborative exploration. She will work with clients to evaluate what feels most helpful based on their goals, history, and preferences, adjusting methods as therapy progresses to find the best fit.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible access that fits varying schedules and needs. These formats make it possible to engage in therapy from different locations while maintaining continuity of care and steady progress toward personal goals.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Desiree commonly address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, grief, self-esteem issues, parenting challenges, intimacy-related problems, anger, career and depression among other life changes.
Which therapeutic styles does she use in sessions?
Her work integrates Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based approaches, client-centered care, and cognitive behavioral therapy depending on client needs and goals.
How long has she been practicing?
She brings 18 years of professional experience to her practice, applying that background to support a wide variety of presenting concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds an LCSW credential licensed in Utah with licence number UT LCSW 349011-3501 and provides services from that location.
Does she work with non-English speaking or international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are available for meeting with her?
Clients can connect via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also works with

LGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

Utah

Languages

English