- Emotionally-Focused Therapy
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practices
About Matthew
Matthew Mateika is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with nine years of clinical experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, bipolar disorder, and relationship or intimacy concerns. He also helps those coping with grief, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, sleep and eating difficulties, ADHD, career questions, and compassion fatigue.
Matthew keeps sessions straightforward and paced to each person. He begins by getting to know what matters most and what goals are realistic. Conversations are practical and focused on making changes that fit everyday life. He uses listening, reflection, and evidence-based tools rather than assuming one method fits everyone.
His background includes work in a university counseling center and as the lead clinician in a residential substance abuse program. Those roles involved treating a wide range of issues, including substance use and co-occurring mood concerns. That hands-on experience informs how he approaches relapse prevention, coping skills, and crisis stabilization when needed.
Matthew lists Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing among the approaches he uses. He adjusts his approach based on a person's goals and what proves helpful in session. Expect a collaborative process that looks at feelings, behavior patterns, and practical steps forward.
Sessions are provided in English and reflect his work in Florida. He uses methods aimed at clearer emotional awareness, problem-solving, and building skills to handle life changes and relationship struggles.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on identifying and working with strong emotions and attachment patterns to change how people relate to their feelings and to others. It can be useful for recognizing repeated emotional reactions and learning different ways to respond.Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, reflection, and allowing the client to lead the pace and topics of sessions. This approach supports people who need space to name concerns and decide what goals matter most.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going by teaching practical skills such as behavior experiments, thought records, and activity scheduling. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and habit-related issues.
Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will discuss which methods fit the client’s goals and try options together to see what helps. That process may include mixing approaches across sessions based on progress and preference.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current online session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people use quieter surroundings or audio-only sessions if video is difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and homework for remote work so practical skills continue between sessions.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Matthew help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy and relationship difficulties, parenting strain, ADHD, sleep and eating problems, and career-related stress.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, person-focused style that starts by listening and setting realistic goals. Sessions blend emotional exploration with skill-building and problem solving.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of experience working in counseling settings, including university counseling and residential substance abuse treatment.
What credentials and location apply?
He is an LMHC - Licensed Mental Health Counselor - practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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