- Practical coping skills
- Depth psychology ideas
- Goal focused work
About MATTHEW
MATTHEW SAMUELS is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in New Jersey who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD challenges, and relationship and intimacy concerns. He also works with issues around self-esteem, career changes, grief, trauma, sleep problems, and compassion fatigue. His language is straightforward and practical, aimed at people who want clear steps and steady progress.
He draws on 14 years of clinical experience and a background in depth psychology to shape his sessions. Matthew mixes approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness with client-centered listening. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, learning small skills, and trying things between meetings to see what helps.
Matthew often uses motivational interviewing to clarify goals and boost motivation. He also brings ideas from Jungian therapy to help people explore personal meaning and recurring life themes. Those tools are used alongside practical CBT strategies for mood, focus, and everyday coping.
In the room he aims to create straightforward conversations where clients feel heard and guided. Work may involve learning new ways to handle overwhelming feelings, improving communication, or adjusting routines that get in the way of sleep and focus. He helps people set realistic steps and checks progress over time.
People considering therapy are invited to match with him through the site process and schedule a session. Before booking, confirm the current session formats the therapist is offering.
How these approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. Online sessions using this approach center on understanding where someone is, and helping them name goals and next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns; it suits issues like anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and motivation. Jungian Therapy explores personal themes and recurring symbols to find meaning and deeper patterns in someone's life, which can help when people feel stuck or want to understand repeated relationship or identity issues.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and goals. That often means trying a mix of short skills practice and deeper reflection, then adjusting based on what helps most.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and fit work or caregiving routines better. It also lets sessions be shorter check-ins when needed or longer talks when the topic requires more time.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD-related struggles, self-esteem, career questions, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, and compassion fatigue among other areas.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Sessions are practical and conversational. He mixes listening with tools and exercises so clients leave with concrete next steps.
What is his clinical background?
He has 14 years of experience and a depth psychology background, drawing on several therapy approaches across different settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in New Jersey.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the site before scheduling.
How are fees and billing handled?
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?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.