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Dr. Matthew Meyers

Dr. Matthew Meyers

Therapist · California

Meaning-focused, practical therapy for life challenges

  • Existential perspective
  • Solution-focused work
  • Motivational approach

About Matthew

Dr. Matthew Meyers uses an approach that centers on meaning, choice, and practical change. He combines existential ideas with solution-focused and motivational techniques to help people tackle relationship and life challenges. He is Dr. Matthew Meyers, LMHC, LPC, and brings 20 years of counseling experience to sessions in California.

He focuses on relationship concerns and work-related stress, and also helps with parenting, anger, self-esteem, and career questions. Money and financial issues are listed among his additional focus areas when they affect relationships or life plans. He works with individuals and couples to look at what matters most to them and where change could feel realistic.

In sessions he asks direct, thought-provoking questions to help people notice options and take small steps forward. He pays attention to what already works in a person's life and builds from those strengths. Conversations are practical and aimed at helping clients shift patterns that cause repeated strain.

His background includes two decades of clinical work and a doctorate in counseling psychology. He holds the Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential and the Licensed Professional Counselor credential. He draws on varied experience to help people navigate divorce and separation, fatherhood concerns, workplace problems, and the stress of life transitions.

People who want brief, goal-oriented conversations alongside deeper reflection may find his blended approach useful. To begin, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling options before booking.

How his approaches shape online therapy

Existential Therapy focuses on questions of meaning, choice, and responsibility. It helps people clarify values, face difficult life changes, and find direction when things feel unsettled.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, nonjudgmental way to strengthen someone’s reasons for change. It helps with ambivalence around choices such as career moves, money decisions, or relationship steps.

Solution-Focused Therapy looks for practical, small changes that lead to better outcomes. It concentrates on what is already working and builds brief, achievable goals for everyday life.

Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which style fits their goals, needs, and preferences. This means sessions can shift toward deeper meaning, toward motivation for change, or toward concrete steps as needed.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals often use these conveniences to help clients balance therapy with work, family, and other commitments.

Areas of focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesParenting issuesAnger managementCoaching
Communication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesSelf-loveVisually impairedWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently asked questions

What concerns can he help with related to money?

He lists money and financial issues among additional focus areas, particularly when they affect relationships or life decisions.

What style of therapy does he use?

He blends Existential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to balance deeper meaning work with practical steps.

What kind of experience does he bring?

He has 20 years of counseling experience and a doctorate in counseling psychology that inform his clinical work.

Which credentials and location apply to his practice?

He is listed as LMHC and LPC and practices in California.

In what language are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are costs and billing handled?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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