- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness skills
- Depth psychology
About MATTHEW
MATTHEW SAMUELS is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in New Jersey with 14 years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family concerns, ADHD, grief, and other challenges that make daily life harder.
He keeps sessions straightforward and practical. Matthew uses methods from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Jungian approaches, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. Expect clear discussion of patterns, short exercises to try between sessions, and attention to thoughts and feelings that fuel anger or anxiety.
His background includes depth psychology and an eclectic mix of approaches. That means he may draw on exploration of personal meaning alongside skills-based tools. He has experience in a range of settings and with a wide variety of problems, including chronic illness, body image, and attachment issues.
Sessions look at how stress, resentment, or workplace frustration builds over time. He helps people notice triggers, test unhelpful thoughts, and try small behavior changes to reduce outbursts or simmering anger. Matthew also supports people coping with life changes, burnout, or compassion fatigue.
Conversations are practical and paced to what someone can manage. He encourages clients to try short experiments between meetings and to reflect on what helps. The aim is clearer thinking and better choices when anger or intense feelings arise.
How Matthew Uses Approaches in Online Sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what someone says so they can better understand their feelings and motivations. It helps when anger comes from feeling unheard or misunderstood and when someone needs a straightforward conversational space to sort things out.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the thoughts and behaviors that keep anger and anxiety going. It uses short exercises and experiments to test unhelpful thoughts and to try different responses in everyday situations.
Mindfulness Therapy offers attention practices that reduce reactivity and help a person notice rising anger earlier. These practices are short and practical, aimed at improving awareness rather than long sitting sessions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods in session, and adjust plans based on what helps. This is a collaborative process where the client’s needs and preferences guide decisions about which approach to use.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins, or let someone join without traveling. Discussing practical arrangements and preferred methods happens at the first meeting so sessions can fit into everyday life.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family concerns, ADHD, grief, and related issues listed in his specialties.
What is his general style in sessions?
He combines practical skills work with deeper exploration. Sessions include discussion, brief exercises, and homework to try between meetings.
How long has he practiced as a therapist?
He has 14 years of experience as a clinician working across different settings and client concerns.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in New Jersey.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
Session formats are not specified here; confirm the current session options before booking.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.