Matthew Sheft , LICSW, LCSW

Matthew Sheft is a licensed clinical social worker who supports people navigating difficult emotional experiences and life transitions. He brings a practical, empathetic approach to work with depression, anxiety, stress, and issues around identity and relationships. Matthew emphasizes helping clients develop self-compassion, stronger communication skills, and concrete strategies to manage isolation, social anxiety, and personal growth.

In session he creates a non-judgmental environment where individuals can explore their history, current challenges, and goals. Matthew draws on evidence-based methods to tailor interventions that build resilience and increase self-understanding, whether the focus is on workplace stress, family dynamics, or discovering a clearer sense of purpose. He works collaboratively to translate insight into sustainable change.

Matthew holds LICSW and LCSW credentials - LICSW refers to Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and LCSW refers to Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and maintains active licensure in Vermont and Florida. His practice spans a wide array of concerns including mood disorders, attachment and family issues, addictions, trauma, grief, and intimacy-related difficulties. He combines compassionate support with practical tools to help clients move toward healthier patterns and greater well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on meeting the person where they are, creating a supportive space that emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration - it is often helpful for issues of identity, self-esteem, and navigating life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors by teaching specific skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, combines acceptance and change strategies and teaches concrete skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - it can be useful for intense emotions, relationship challenges, and patterns that feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Matthew works collaboratively with clients to assess their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time so the work fits each person's life and priorities.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for people juggling work, family, or mobility concerns. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try different session styles, and access licensed professionals from a range of settings, helping therapy fit more naturally into everyday life.