About Matthew
Matthew Federici is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) who focuses on helping men and others manage stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, and relationship issues. He works with people facing mood difficulties such as depression and bipolar disorder, as well as grief, trauma, and challenges with self-esteem and intimacy. Matthew also supports those coping with life changes, caregiver strain, ADHD, sleep and eating struggles, and career-related stress.
He brings ten years of experience in counseling across general mental health and substance use settings. His background includes work with adults and youth in a range of clinical environments where practical problem-solving is emphasized. Matthew draws on approaches that help people notice thoughts and feelings, build helpful habits, and strengthen important relationships.
In sessions he uses methods from cognitive behavioral approaches, acceptance and commitment ideas, attachment-focused work, dialectical behavior strategies, and client-centered conversation. These approaches are used to help people reduce distress, improve coping skills, and make values-based changes. He also integrates motivational interviewing and solutions-focused techniques when they suit a person's goals.
Matthew describes his practice as Christian-based, and he can incorporate faith perspectives when that is meaningful to the person in therapy. He practices in Florida and works in English. To begin, visitors can use the site's Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first appointment according to therapist availability.
How Matthew’s Approaches Fit Online Work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values; it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small behavior changes to reduce mood and anxiety symptoms. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at patterns in close relationships and aims to change long-standing ways of relating that cause pain or distance.Figuring out which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, past experiences, and what seems most helpful. Together they try methods, check what works, and steer the plan based on progress and preference.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove the time spent traveling to an office. These practical benefits often help people maintain regular work on their goals while juggling daily responsibilities.
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Experience
10+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Matthew address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and anger issues, plus mood concerns like depression and bipolar disorder, and other areas listed on his profile.
What is his general therapy style?
Sessions are practical and conversational, focusing on problem solving, building coping skills, and clarifying personal values.
How much clinical experience does he have?
Matthew has been working in professional counseling since 2016, with experience in both general mental health and substance use settings.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Florida licensed mental health counselor - LMHC - and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to start therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.