- Skill focused
- Attachment aware
- Goal oriented
About Matthew
Matthew Sheft is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. He uses a calm, straightforward style to help clients build self-worth, improve communication, and manage everyday pressures. Matthew presents himself as practical and focused on skills people can use between sessions.
He draws on several therapy approaches to fit each person's needs rather than using one fixed method. Sessions usually look at what causes pain now and what patterns have shaped it over time. Matthew blends short-term problem solving with deeper work on attachment and identity when that helps.
Matthew has seven years of clinical experience and holds LICSW and LCSW credentials. He practices in Florida and works with concerns such as trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, codependency, parenting stress, and work-related burnout.
In the room he aims to create a nonjudgmental place to talk, test new ways of relating, and practice skills. He helps people set small, achievable goals and tracks progress together.
People who choose him can expect clear feedback, practical coping strategies, and attention to underlying patterns like family of origin issues or attachment concerns. He emphasizes steady skill building and realistic steps toward better day-to-day functioning.
How Matthew Uses Practical Approaches Online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening closely and following each person's priorities. It helps when someone needs acceptance, clearer self-understanding, and space to choose their next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions link together. It teaches concrete skills for anxiety, depression, and stress so people can change habits that keep problems going. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, brings skills for regulating intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It often helps when people struggle with anger, impulsive behaviors, or relationship conflict. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will discuss which methods fit a person's goals, needs, and preferences and will adjust the plan as therapy progresses. That collaboration helps ensure sessions focus on the most useful tools for daily life. The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current options before booking. Online care can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use these flexible arrangements to balance skill practice, problem solving, and deeper exploration without changing the core work.Areas of expertise
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Florida, Vermont, Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, grief, codependency, and many life transition issues. The profile also lists concerns like parenting stress, work problems, and attachment difficulties.
What is his style of therapy?
He uses a client-centered, practical approach with clear guidance and skill teaching. He combines short-term strategies and deeper exploration of patterns when needed.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Matthew has seven years of experience providing clinical care. That experience includes working with mood disorders, trauma-related concerns, and relationship and identity questions.
What credentials and location are listed for him?
He holds LICSW and LCSW credentials and practices in Florida. The profile references his clinical credentials as LICSW and LCSW.
Which languages does he offer sessions in?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the service you use to schedule.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That process connects you to scheduling and next steps.
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