- Trauma informed
- Skill focused
- Practical steps
About Matthew
Matthew uses a trauma-informed lens to guide conversations about painful experiences and strong emotions. He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people reduce symptoms and cope with day-to-day challenges. Sessions emphasize learning concrete skills for handling panic, racing thoughts, or overwhelming sadness.
His background includes work in school settings, private practice, hospitals, child welfare, and juvenile justice systems. That range shaped his interest in helping people through life transitions and relationship struggles. He brings five years of practice as an LCSW in Florida to each meeting.
In sessions he combines a strengths-focused style with structured methods like cognitive approaches and solution-focused work. That mix helps people spot patterns, try different responses, and track small steps forward. Matthew aims to balance support and action so people leave with clear options for next steps.
He encourages straightforward collaboration about goals and priorities. People who want a direct, practical therapist who acknowledges hard feelings while teaching tools may find his approach a good fit.
License and NPI on record
- LCSW
- Florida · SW24887
- NPI
- 1154218808
As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Evidence-Based Techniques and Remote Support
Matthew commonly uses cognitive approaches and solution-focused work to help people change unhelpful thinking and try small, manageable steps. Cognitive approaches look at thoughts and behaviors and teach specific skills for panic, worry, and mood problems. Solution-focused work emphasizes concrete goals and quick, practical actions to move forward.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to see which techniques match their goals, symptoms, and preferences. That means checking in often and adjusting methods as progress is made.
Session format details are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Remote work can also help sustain momentum between appointments through regular scheduling and follow-up tasks with a licensed professional.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression. Additional focuses include attachment concerns, body image, and divorce and separation.
What style of therapy should I expect?
Sessions blend a trauma-informed perspective with practical, evidence-based techniques. Expect clear, skills-based work that targets symptoms and daily coping.
What is his clinical background?
He has five years of experience and has worked in schools, private practice, hospitals, child welfare, and juvenile justice settings. That variety informs his approach to life transitions and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
Good to know
Therapists listed here offer talking therapy online. It is not legal, financial or custody advice, and no therapist can promise how a separation or a relationship will turn out.
If you are not safe at home, or someone is hurting or threatening you, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline. The numbers are at the foot of this page.