- Family of origin patterns
- CBT and DBT methods
- Self-esteem and communication
About Matthew
Matthew Dougherty is a New York LMHC with six years of practice supporting adults who face depression, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, and family-of-origin concerns. He works with people coping with life changes, low self-esteem, addictions, grief, and intimacy issues. Sessions focus on practical skills and clearer communication.
He helps clients name patterns that started in childhood and see how they play out now. Matthew uses straightforward conversation to map behaviors, thoughts, and feelings. He often combines Client-Centered ideas with cognitive-behavioral tools to address unhelpful thinking and build coping strategies.
His style is goal-oriented but also responsive to what a client brings to a session. He draws on techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach emotion regulation and from Motivational Interviewing to support change when people feel stuck. Narrative Therapy is used to reframe difficult stories about oneself.
Practical work in sessions includes communication skills, setting boundaries, and breaking cycles of avoidance or control. Matthew also helps with sleep and eating concerns when these affect mood and daily routines. He discusses options for coaching around career and life transitions alongside therapeutic work.
People who prefer direct feedback and clear steps often find this approach useful. Matthew practices in New York and holds the LMHC credential. Prospective clients can expect a focused, conversational process that connects life problems to the patterns that formed earlier in the family.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Matthew often uses Client-Centered Therapy, which means the therapist listens closely and follows the client's pace to clarify concerns and goals. This approach is useful for people who need space to describe how family patterns affect their life.He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify thought patterns that contribute to anxiety or low mood, and then practices small behavioral experiments to change those patterns. CBT is practical for sleep, eating, and stress-related problems.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are offered to help with emotion regulation and improving communication under stress. DBT techniques include short skills practice and step-by-step strategies when emotions feel overwhelming.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Matthew will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals and preferences, adjusting methods as they progress.
Session formats are not specified in the profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday or to attend from another location, and some approaches lend themselves to brief check-ins or skills practice that fit into busy schedules.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family-of-origin issues, plus areas like grief, addictions, self-esteem, and career concerns.
How does he approach therapy?
He blends Client-Centered listening with cognitive-behavioral work and DBT skills to teach emotion regulation and practical coping strategies.
How much experience does he have?
Matthew has six years of clinical experience as an LMHC practicing in New York.
Where does he practice and what is his credential?
He practices in New York and holds the Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential, listed as NY LMHC.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not accepted.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the profile.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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