Therapist profile
Matthew Mateika, LMHC
Florida
LMHC - Anger and Addiction support
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- CredentialsLMHC
- LicenseLMHC, Florida / MH15482
- NPI1427566017
- Experience9 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationFlorida
About
- CBT techniques
- Emotion work
- Motivational interviewing
About Matthew
Matthew Mateika is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with nine years of clinical experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, and related concerns such as low self-esteem, grief, and relationship strain. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use right away to manage difficult feelings and everyday pressures.
He favors a flexible, conversational style. Matthew spends time learning what matters to each person and adjusts pace and focus accordingly. Sessions are collaborative and focus on clear goals rather than abstract theories.
Matthew draws from several evidence-based approaches. He uses Client-Centered methods to build a working relationship and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. Motivational Interviewing helps when people are weighing change, and Emotionally-Focused ideas guide work on connection and feelings.
His background includes positions in a university counseling department and as lead clinician in a residential substance abuse program. Those roles involved supporting people with addiction, mood concerns like depression and bipolar, and crisis-related issues. That experience informs a practical approach to managing anger, stress, and the fallout that follows heated moments.
People who contact him can expect straightforward conversations about patterns, triggers, and concrete coping skills. He also helps with life transitions, parenting stress, career strain, and sleep or eating concerns when these affect mood and behavior. Sessions are aimed at steady progress rather than quick fixes.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Matthew commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy in session. CBT focuses on spotting thought patterns and testing small behavior changes to reduce anger and anxiety. Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on what the client brings, with the therapist listening and adjusting to what feels most useful.He also draws on Emotionally-Focused Therapy when relationship or attachment issues are present. EFT helps people name and work with strong feelings so they can respond differently in close interactions. These approaches suit anger that comes from stress, relationship strain, or habitually reactive thinking.
Finding the right mix is a collaborative process. The therapist and client will review goals, try an approach, and adjust as needed. Matthew aims to match methods to what a person wants to change and how they like to work, rather than insisting on a single technique.
The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered online. Please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time so therapy can be more consistent with daily life.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger issues does he address?
He works with adults who struggle with snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, and related stress that follows heated moments.
How would he approach anger in sessions?
Matthew uses a flexible, conversational style. He blends Client-Centered methods with CBT and Emotionally-Focused ideas to identify triggers and practice different responses.
How much experience does he have?
He has nine years of clinical experience, including university counseling and leading a residential substance abuse program.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL LMHC) practicing in Florida.
Can sessions be done in other languages or from other countries?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.