Profile / United States
Matthew Dougherty, LMHC
New York
LMHC in New York - Anxiety and Depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT skills
- Motivational Interviewing
About Matthew
Matthew Dougherty is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with six years of experience. He focuses on common problems like anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship concerns, and also works with issues such as addiction, grief, sleep and eating struggles, and career stress.
He uses clear, direct techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and patterns. Sessions involve talking through what is happening now, testing small changes, and tracking what works. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other practical methods to organize sessions and set short-term goals.
Clients often come with problems tied to self-esteem, communication, or life transitions. He helps people build better coping skills and practice different ways of responding when emotions run high. He also addresses concerns related to attachment, abandonment, and blended family stress.
Matthew mixes several approaches depending on the issue. Client-Centered Therapy shapes how he listens and sets the agenda with the person. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used when managing intense emotions or impulsive behaviors. Motivational Interviewing can help people who want to change habits related to addiction or health.
Sessions are practical and structured. Expect clear steps, homework when helpful, and a focus on measurable change. To start, readers should use the site’s matching flow to answer a short questionnaire and schedule a first session.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Matthew uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test practical behavior changes. CBT sessions often focus on clear problems, short-term goals, and homework exercises that can be done between meetings.He also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to structure conversations so the client sets priorities and feels heard. Dialectical Behavior Therapy provides specific skills for managing strong emotions and reducing impulsive actions when those problems come up.
Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. He will review goals and preferences together and adjust the plan based on what feels useful. That means sessions can be more skills-focused or more exploratory, depending on the person’s needs.
The original biography did not list session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often use straightforward structures online - an agenda at the start, in-session practice, and concrete follow-up tasks - to keep progress moving.
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Experience
6+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship issues, plus areas like addiction, grief, sleep and eating problems, and career stress.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, structured approach that focuses on noticing thoughts and testing new responses, with goal-setting and short-term steps.
How much experience does he have?
He has six years of clinical experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
What credential and location are listed?
He is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices there.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not specify session formats; confirm the current session options on the booking page before scheduling.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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