- Calm and direct
- Practical skills
- Men's wellbeing
About Matthew
Matthew Dougherty is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in New York. He brings six years of clinical experience and focuses on helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, stress, and major life changes. He often works with people who are wrestling with self-esteem, relationship concerns, addiction issues, or questions around identity and intimacy.
Matthew uses straightforward, person-focused care. Sessions prioritize what matters to each person. He listens, helps clarify goals, and works with people to build practical coping skills they can use day to day.
In the therapy room he mixes conversation with hands-on tools. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to spot and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers skills for emotion regulation and handling intense moments. He also uses client-centered and narrative ideas to help people tell their story and find strengths.
He aims to make progress feel manageable. Early sessions often focus on immediate concerns and simple strategies. Over time the work can move into deeper patterns, relationships, and long-term goals.
People choosing Matthew can expect a calm, direct style and practical homework between sessions. His approach is collaborative and tailored to individual needs. This profile highlights his focus on men’s wellbeing among the areas he addresses.
How his approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful relationship. Online sessions use the same idea - the therapist follows the client's lead and helps people identify what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thinking, feeling, and doing. The therapist helps people spot patterns, try small behavioral changes, and test what works for mood, sleep, or stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships. Skill practice can be reviewed in session and applied to everyday moments like work stress or intense arguments. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then suggest strategies to try. Sessions can shift over time as needs change. Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule - for example by reducing travel time, allowing a shorter check-in during a lunch break, or avoiding the need to be on camera when that feels difficult. Licensed professionals can tailor what happens in session to match each person's life and goals.Areas of expertise
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, addictions, self-esteem, and many life changes listed in his specialties.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He uses a client-centered, practical approach that combines conversation with skill-building. Sessions are focused on clear goals and hands-on techniques.
What is his clinical background?
He has six years of experience working as a therapist, providing help across mood disorders, coping skills, and personal growth.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in New York and holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.