Therapist profile
Dr. Matthew Reiser, UT Psychologist 5184406-2501
Dr. Matthew Reiser - Psychologist, Family and Parenting concerns
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- CBT methods
- Emotion work
- Acceptance approaches
About Matthew
Dr. Matthew Reiser is a UT Psychologist (license number 5184406-2501) with 19 years of clinical experience based in Utah. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, addiction, LGBT issues, parenting and family concerns, grief, intimacy, eating and sleeping problems, and coping with life changes. His work also addresses ADHD and a range of related areas such as attachment, adoption and foster care issues, and caregiver stress.
He uses clear, practical methods in sessions and keeps conversations direct. He draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and build different habits. He also uses client-centered ideas to focus on each person's perspective, and emotion-focused methods to name and work through strong feelings.
Having worked in several university counseling centers and in private practice, he brings experience with common and complex problems adults face at home and work. He has helped people managing chronic illness, chronic pain, and life disruptions following trauma or loss. He also has experience with blended family issues and commitment or communication struggles.
Sessions tend to look like straightforward conversations about current problems, practical strategies to try between meetings, and checking what helped. He may suggest behavioral experiments, emotion-focused tasks, or skills drawn from dialectical and acceptance-based approaches when those match the concern.
Outside of work he spends time with family and friends, enjoys sports and music, and gets outdoors when possible. To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then focus on actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, and problems with motivation or avoidance.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-world experiments. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep or eating concerns, and many everyday coping problems.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) concentrates on naming and working with strong emotions to improve how people connect and respond to one another. It can help with grief, intimacy issues, and relationship-related distress.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then suggest techniques that fit the problem at hand. That process is collaborative and may change as progress is made.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. When delivered remotely, therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also accommodates people who prefer not to use video for a particular meeting, or who need a session that is easier to schedule around work or caregiving responsibilities.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Utah
Languages
English
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What kinds of family or parenting problems does he help with?
He helps adults manage parenting and family concerns such as communication problems, blended family issues, adoption or foster care challenges, and caregiver stress.
How does he approach therapy with adults who are stressed or anxious?
He uses a mix of practical techniques including cognitive behavioral exercises, acceptance-based strategies, and emotion-focused work to reduce symptoms and build coping skills.
What is his clinical background?
He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and has 19 years of experience, including work in university counseling centers and private practice.
Is he a licensed psychologist in Utah?
Yes. He is registered as a UT Psychologist with licence number 5184406-2501 and practices in Utah.
Does he work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options on the booking page before you schedule.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with 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 then schedule a first session.
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