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- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Matthew
LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in Florida with nine years of experience, Matthew Mateika helps people cope with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, and mood concerns. He works with issues such as self-esteem, grief, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related problems, sleeping and eating difficulties, and career or parenting stress. He also supports people navigating LGBT concerns, relationship and family strain, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
Matthew favors a flexible, person-centered approach. He begins by getting to know each person and shaping sessions around their pace and goals. Conversations are practical and focused on steps the client can try between sessions. He mixes different methods to suit the problem and the client’s preferences.
His background includes work in a university counseling center and as lead clinician in a residential substance abuse program. That experience brought frequent work on substance use, depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. He draws on that clinical work when helping people manage addictive behaviors and mood symptoms.
Matthew uses client-centered techniques alongside cognitive behavioral strategies and elements of emotionally-focused work. He also integrates mindfulness exercises and motivational interviewing to support change. Sessions emphasize collaboration and concrete skills for everyday situations.
He is a Florida LMHC and holds a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. Practical next steps include a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling an initial session to discuss goals and the best approaches going forward.
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How Matthew applies therapeutic approaches online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s perspective and aims to build a collaborative working relationship. It helps when someone needs a space to talk through choices and clarify what matters to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It is practical and skill-based, useful for anxiety, depression, and patterns that maintain stress or addictive behavior.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on identifying and shifting emotional responses in close relationships. It can help with intimacy-related issues and improving how people express and manage their feelings.
Choosing an approach is part of the work. Matthew will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust the mix based on what helps. This happens collaboratively so the plan matches the client's needs and preferences.
The biography does not specify which session formats he offers, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists often adapt exercises and homework to work well across remote sessions, so practical skills can be practiced between meetings.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Other areas include trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping concerns, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses a flexible, client-centered style that adapts to the person's pace and goals. Sessions combine practical skills, discussion, and homework when helpful.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience working in counseling settings including a university counseling center and a residential substance abuse program. That background informs his work with addiction and mood concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and holds a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling. His practice is located in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and starting steps handled?
Cost varies with location and services; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, complete the short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.
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