- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and compulsions
- Blended family issues
About Matthew
Matthew McKenna is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in New York with seven years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, family concerns, and depression. Matthew works with adults who are dealing with difficult changes and challenging patterns that affect daily life.
He helps people talk through what is happening now and find practical steps to reduce overwhelm. Sessions look at habits that keep problems going, communication that creates tension, and coping methods that can be changed. Matthew pays attention to relationship dynamics and the ways stress and mood affect behavior.
His background includes work across a range of concerns such as hoarding, process addictions like gambling and pornography, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and issues around infidelity and jealousy. He also has experience with autism spectrum presentations, intellectual disability, and end-of-life concerns, and brings that experience into straightforward, goal-focused conversations.
When blended household matters come up he helps individuals sort roles, expectations, and everyday routines. He can talk through co-parenting tension and loyalty conflicts in ways that focus on realistic next steps rather than blame. Matthew aims for clear plans people can try between sessions.
He offers sessions in English and works with international clients as well. Before booking, clients should confirm current session options and scheduling details.
Therapeutic techniques and online sessions
Matthew uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on behavior change and relationship patterns. One common approach addresses habits and compulsions by breaking them into smaller, manageable steps and testing new responses to triggers; this helps with addictions, OCD patterns, and process-related problems. Another approach he uses looks at how communication and expectations shape relationships and routines, which can help when people are managing co-parenting, blended household roles, or recurring conflicts.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Matthew will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their situation, and adjust based on what helps. The plan evolves from the client's needs and preferences rather than a fixed protocol.
Practical benefits of working online include fitting sessions into busy days and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to have shorter check-ins, schedule sessions around work or caregiving, or keep a regular rhythm when travel or relocation makes in-person meetings difficult. Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current online options before booking to make sure they match your schedule and technical needs.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship strain, family matters, and depression, plus related issues such as hoarding, OCD patterns, and infidelity.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are practical and conversational, focusing on clear steps and strategies people can try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has seven years of professional experience as a clinician working with a range of behavioral and relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LMFT licensed in New York and practices from New York when scheduling permits.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
Which session formats are used?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm the current options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select 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.