- Strengths focused
- Goal oriented
- Evidence informed
About Matthew
Matthew Pearce is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida who helps people facing family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, stress, and addictions. He also supports people struggling with relationship and anger issues and those coping with major life changes. He invites clients to start where they are and to use strengths already in their life.
Matthew works in a straightforward, respectful way. He centers the client's goals and listens first, then helps shape practical steps toward change. Sessions often include clear strategies for managing strong emotions, improving communication, and building motivation.
He uses a blend of approaches to match each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Client-Centered Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy are all part of his toolbox. These methods can be used to reduce symptoms, process difficult memories, and develop new coping skills.
Matthew brings six years of direct therapy experience along with an extended background in social work. He has worked with young adults on future planning and with parents on practical parenting strategies, including Conscious Discipline. He emphasizes collaboration, meaning clients help shape their own plan for change.
People who choose him can expect practical, goal-focused work delivered in a calm, respectful manner. He encourages small, steady steps and checks progress along the way.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on following the client's lead and building a trusting working relationship. In practice this means the therapist listens carefully, reflects what the person says, and supports choices that match the client's values and goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) concentrates on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with concrete behavioral experiments. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress when people want tools to change patterns that keep them stuck.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review symptoms, goals, and preferences together and suggest methods that fit the situation. If an approach needs adjustment, they work jointly to refine the plan and try different strategies until something clicks.
The practical benefits of online therapy include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and keeping progress steady without long commutes. Confirm current session options before booking, since specific formats are not listed here. Many people appreciate that online work lets them continue momentum between appointments and practice skills in day-to-day settings, while therapists help adapt techniques so they work in each person's life.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Matthew help with?
He helps people with family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self-esteem, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and anger problems, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He listens first and then works collaboratively to set practical goals. Sessions focus on building skills, improving communication, and creating manageable steps forward.
What is his clinical background?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with six years of therapy experience and additional years in social work practice supporting planning and parenting work.
Where is he based and what credentials does he hold?
He practices in Florida and is licensed as an LCSW in that state.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.