Matthew Sheft, LICSW, LCSW

Matthew Sheft is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and changes in life. He draws on seven years of experience and aims to make sessions easy to follow and practical. Matthew focuses on improving self-esteem, communication, and intimacy-related concerns so clients feel more confident in daily life.

He creates a calm, non-judgmental space where people can tell their story and work toward clear goals. Sessions often involve learning tools to manage mood, cope with grief or loss, and address patterns that get in the way of connection. Matthew supports people dealing with addictions, ADHD, and relationship or family-related difficulties by helping them build new habits and thought patterns.

His clinical work uses approaches such as client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. Those methods are used to teach skills, shift unhelpful thinking, and repair emotional bonds. Matthew blends these approaches to match each person’s needs rather than using a single fixed method.

He practices in Florida and holds LICSW and LCSW credentials. Sessions are geared toward practical steps people can take between meetings, whether that means improving sleep, managing anger, or navigating career stress. The focus is on steady progress and attainable changes.

People who want to begin are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule based on therapist availability. The goal is collaborative work that fits daily life and helps clients move toward clearer priorities and better coping.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy and listening. It helps people feel heard and supports them in finding their own solutions to stress, identity questions, and relationship concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It is often used to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and change unhelpful habits through concrete exercises and practice.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for regulating intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can help with anger, mood swings, and impulsive behaviors by giving step-by-step tools to use in everyday moments.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they will decide which methods to try and adjust plans as progress is made.

For session logistics, the original biography does not list specific formats. Confirm available session types before booking so you know whether video, phone, or another option is offered. One practical benefit of online sessions is fitting therapy into a busy schedule - shorter check-ins or flexible times can make it easier to keep momentum. Online sessions can also reduce travel time and help clients bring what they learn directly into their day-to-day routines.