Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
How Matthew works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Years in practice
- 9
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Matthew
Matthew Mateika is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, and low self-esteem. He focuses on practical steps that fit each person’s life and goals. Conversations move at the client’s pace and aim to make everyday coping easier.
He keeps sessions flexible and collaborative. Early meetings center on what matters most now and what change would look like later. Matthew draws from several well-known approaches to match techniques to the problem at hand rather than using a one-size-fits-all plan.
Background and approach
His background includes work in a university counseling center and serving as lead clinician in a residential substance abuse program. That experience shaped his approach to addiction, mood concerns, and crisis-related stress. He also has experience addressing grief, trauma, parenting strain, relationship concerns, and career stress.
In sessions he mixes practical problem solving with attention to emotions. He uses hands-on tools from cognitive behavioral work and mindfulness exercises along with listening that centers the client’s perspective. Motivational techniques can help when habit change or addiction recovery is the focus.
People who choose him often want clear steps and room to talk about feelings. He aims to build a working partnership that sets realistic goals and tracks progress over time. Matthew practices in Florida and conducts sessions in English.
What Matthew works with
Everything Matthew lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Matthew's practice.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Coping with life changes
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Parenting issues
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
Approaches Matthew lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How Matthew blends approaches for online care
Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person’s goals and perspective. The therapist listens deeply and follows the client’s lead to understand what matters most and what change would look like. This approach helps people who need space to sort feelings and priorities before choosing tools.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. It offers clear strategies for managing anxiety, anger, sleep problems, and mood symptoms through short exercises and homework between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will discuss options with each person, try methods that match the client’s goals, and adjust as needed. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that feels useful and realistic.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video calls let people use visual cues during deeper work, phone sessions can fit into a short break or require less bandwidth, and live chat or text can be used for quick check-ins or ongoing coaching. These formats support continuity of care and let people pick what matches their schedule and comfort.
Questions people ask about Matthew
What concerns does he address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and related issues such as trauma, grief, depression, bipolar disorder, and relationship or parenting strain.
How would you describe his therapy style?
Matthew uses a collaborative, flexible style that blends practical problem solving with emotional work. Sessions move at a client’s pace and focus on steps that fit everyday life.
What is his professional background?
He has nine years of experience, including work in a university counseling department and as lead clinician in a residential substance abuse program.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in Florida and practices in that state.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted at this time.
What session formats are available?
He works with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.