- CBT methods
- ACT principles
- Attachment focus
About Matthew
Matthew Kiefer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in South Carolina and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Idaho with 11 years of experience in mental health. He sees adults who are dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting stress, relationship strain, and blended family issues. Sessions focus on practical steps people can take now to manage daily life and improve relationships.
Matthew uses straightforward conversation and active listening to help people sort out what matters to them. He draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to address unhelpful thoughts and on acceptance-based ideas to build tolerance for difficult feelings. Attachment-informed ideas guide work on early relationship patterns that still affect current choices.
In practice he keeps sessions interactive and goal-directed. People often work on clearer communication, emotion regulation skills, and small behavior changes that fit with their routines. He also helps with recovery from abuse and with stress that comes from caregiving or major life transitions.
Matthew has experience with ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, addictions, grief, and compassion fatigue, and he supports people navigating divorce or separation and co-parenting tensions. He also works with issues tied to adoption, abandonment, and attachment disruptions.
People who choose to work with him usually want direct feedback and practical tools rather than long theoretical discussion. He invites straightforward conversation about priorities and next steps so progress can be measured between sessions.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck by them, then choose actions that match their values; it is useful for anxiety, stress, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, and it can help with depression, anxiety, and problem-solving. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at early relationship patterns and how they shape current reactions, which can help with trust, communication, and parenting tensions.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will talk with each person about goals and preferences and will use techniques from different approaches to fit those goals. This is a collaborative process where methods are adjusted based on what helps most in regular sessions.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - they reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins between obligations, and can be scheduled around work or childcare. Licensed professionals can use a range of techniques through virtual conversations, homework, and skill practice to support progress without promising particular outcomes.
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Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
11+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, Utah, Georgia, Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with adults facing family stress, trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, parenting strain, blended family issues, and related concerns listed in his specialties.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses an interactive, practical approach that mixes cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance-based ideas, attachment-informed work, and client-centered conversation.
How much experience does he have?
He has 11 years of experience in mental health practice, working as a counselor and mentor with a range of presenting concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LPC in South Carolina and an LCPC in Idaho, and he practices from Utah as listed in his profile.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English only, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
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?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.