Therapist profile
Matthew Sheft, LICSW, LCSW
LICSW LCSW - Stress and Family concerns
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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- CBT and DBT methods
About Matthew
Matthew Sheft is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with seven years of practice based in Florida. He focuses on concerns commonly faced at home and work, including stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, relationship and family issues, and coping with life changes.
He offers straightforward, conversational support for people trying to manage daily pressures. Sessions involve talking through current problems, identifying patterns that make things harder, and practicing small, concrete skills to reduce stress and improve communication. He also helps people working through grief, trauma, addiction concerns, intimacy-related issues, and challenges tied to identity and LGBT experience.
Matthew uses client-centered methods alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools. That means sessions can include gentle inquiry about what matters to the person, practical exercises to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and skills for handling strong emotions. Motivational Interviewing and Emotionally-Focused Therapy also inform his work when helpful.
He pays attention to family of origin patterns, blended family dynamics, fatherhood concerns, and issues around abandonment and attachment. He will also address related topics such as communication problems, codependency, forgiveness, and care-related fatigue.
People looking for short-term coaching or longer-term therapy can expect clear, action-oriented conversations. To start, readers are asked to use the site matching process to schedule an initial session and confirm which formats are offered at the time of booking.
How sessions work
How Matthew’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding what matters most to the person. The therapist follows the client's lead, helping them name concerns and decide which topics to address next. This approach suits people who need a respectful, non-directive starting point for sorting out family or parenting stress.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) gives clear tools to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Sessions often include homework or simple exercises to try between meetings. CBT is useful for anxiety, low mood, sleep or eating concerns, and repetitive thinking patterns that get in the way at home.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving communication. Those skills help with anger, relationship conflict, and impulsive behaviors that strain household life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will collaborate with each person to pick methods that fit their goals and daily life. That choice can shift as therapy continues and needs change.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking. The profile does not list specific session types, so use the site process to see current options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove commuting time so therapy fits around work or parenting responsibilities.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Florida, Vermont, Maine
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of home and family concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, family problems, relationship difficulties, and related issues such as communication problems and fatherhood concerns.
What is his general therapy style?
He uses a conversational, client-centered approach with practical techniques from CBT and DBT. Sessions mix listening with exercises to change thoughts, behavior, and emotional reactions.
How much experience does he have?
He has seven years of clinical experience as a practicing LICSW and LCSW.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds LICSW and LCSW credentials and practices from Florida. Vermont and Maine licensing mentioned in his original biography are not listed here; the profile reflects Florida practice.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; exact pricing is provided during the matching and scheduling steps.
How do I begin a first session?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session through the site.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is in danger, use the crisis numbers.