- Stress and anxiety
- Self esteem work
- Practical coping skills
About Matthew
Matthew Sheft, LICSW, LCSW, helps men and other adults who are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about next steps. He focuses on practical changes you can use in daily life. Sessions are aimed at reducing stress and anxiety, improving self-esteem, and navigating career or relationship questions.
He builds a calm, nonjudgmental space for people to talk through what is happening. Matthew listens for patterns that keep problems repeating and works with each person to set realistic goals. He uses straightforward techniques to manage mood, sleep, and overwhelming moments.
Matthew blends several well-known approaches to match what each person needs. That can mean looking at unhelpful thought patterns, practicing emotional regulation skills, or focusing on present relationship moments to improve connection. He explains steps clearly and checks in often about what’s working.
Over seven years of practice, Matthew has supported people facing depression, addiction, grief, trauma, and identity concerns, among other struggles. He also helps with parenting stress, fatherhood issues, and challenges tied to family of origin. His experience includes addressing attention differences and compassion fatigue.
Matthew is licensed in Florida as an LCSW and holds LICSW status. Sessions are conducted in English from his Florida practice. To begin, he asks people to think about one small change they want and brings practical tools that can be used right away.
How his approaches translate to remote work
Matthew commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people in focused online work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and responding to each person's priorities, helping someone feel heard and understood as they decide what to change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors that maintain distress and teaches concrete tools to shift those patterns, useful for anxiety, low mood, and sleep problems.Choosing a therapeutic approach is collaborative. Matthew will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then suggest starting steps and adjustments along the way. Together they check whether techniques feel helpful and make changes if needed so the work fits the person's life.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and make it easier to have shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can support steady progress through skills practice, reflection between sessions, and flexible scheduling to match everyday commitments.
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Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Florida, Vermont, Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this therapist help with?
Matthew supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy-related issues, and many other concerns listed in his profile.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is conversational and client-centered. He combines practical skill-building with exploration of emotions and relationship patterns.
What is his professional background?
He has seven years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, identity, and life transition issues.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed in Florida as an LCSW and also holds LICSW credentials; his practice is located in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.