- anger management skills
- CBT and DBT techniques
- communication work
About Matthew
Matthew Dougherty is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) working in New York with six years of clinical experience. He focuses on everyday problems like depression, anxiety, anger, and major life changes. He also helps with relationship strain, work stress, addictions, and issues tied to self-esteem or identity.
Matthew works in a straightforward, person-centered way. He listens first, then helps people name what is happening and pick manageable next steps. Sessions often include practical skills for handling strong feelings, improving communication, and coping with setbacks.
He uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful thinking and try different behaviors. Dialectical behavior therapy skills are included when managing intense emotions and building tolerance for distress. Motivational interviewing and narrative therapy are sometimes used to clarify values and reframe how life events are understood.
Matthew also supports people dealing with grief, parenting stress, ADHD, career decisions, and intimacy-related concerns. He helps people sort through complicated relationship patterns, boundaries, and commitment questions. Issues such as body image, codependency, abandonment, and blended family stress are part of his work.
Sessions aim to be practical and focused. Matthew helps set goals, track small changes, and build tools that fit daily life. To begin, prospective clients follow the site steps to match and schedule a first appointment.
How Matthew integrates approaches in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting working relationship. The therapist follows the client's lead, reflects concerns, and helps set realistic goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches people to notice unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes to reduce stress and worry. CBT can be useful for anger linked to patterns of thinking or workplace and relationship issues.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Matthew will discuss goals, try different tools, and adjust methods based on progress and preference. That collaborative process helps decide whether more CBT skills, DBT strategies, or motivational interviewing fits best for a person's situation.
The original biography does not specify exact session formats, so confirm which online options are offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow follow-up check-ins that reinforce skills between appointments. Some formats can also be simpler for focused skills practice or brief coaching-style conversations. Ask about session length and delivery when scheduling to match therapy to your routine.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address related to anger?
He works with anger alongside stress, relationship conflict, resentment, and related emotional issues listed in his specialties.
What is his general therapy style?
He follows a client-centered approach and uses practical skills from CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy to address problems.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of clinical experience as an LMHC practicing in New York.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a New York LMHC and practices in New York state.
Which languages are supported?
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 before scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.