- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship help
- Addiction support
About Matthew
Matthew Houff is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Florida with four years of experience. He works with young adults who are navigating life transitions and common challenges of early adulthood. Areas he addresses include stress, anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, and self-esteem concerns.
Matthew focuses on practical, straightforward work. He helps people untangle problems that come up around school, work, family ties, and dating. He also supports those dealing with addiction-related concerns and social anxiety that interfere with daily life.
Sessions aim to clarify what feels stuck and to build small, manageable steps forward. Matthew uses methods grounded in evidence to guide conversations and skill practice. He emphasizes teamwork - setting goals together and tracking progress week by week.
His background centers on helping people regain a sense of control when life feels overwhelming. He works with issues like communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose. He also sees men facing pressures tied to identity and expectations.
People often come to work on process addictions such as pornography or compulsive exercise and gambling, or on sex and substance use concerns. Matthew describes the work as direct and pragmatic, focusing on what someone can do differently between sessions. If you want to explore therapy, confirm the current session options before booking.
Evidence-based approaches and working online
Matthew draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in clear, practical ways. Cognitive behavioral approaches look at how thoughts, feelings, and actions link together and teach skills to change patterns that cause distress. Behavioral strategies focus on building habits and routines that reduce avoidance, improve mood, and make daily life more manageable.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew will collaborate with each person to match techniques to their goals and daily life. Together they will try methods, review what helps, and adjust the plan so it fits the client’s needs and preferences.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can help fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can use video for face-to-face conversation or phone for a simpler check-in, depending on what is offered. Discuss format preferences during the matching questionnaire and initial session to set up a practical plan that works with school, work, or other commitments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, grief, and self-esteem. Additional focus areas include addiction concerns, social anxiety, and life purpose.
What is his therapy style like?
Matthew uses evidence-based techniques and practical skill work. He focuses on clear goals and step-by-step change rather than abstract discussion.
How long has he been practicing?
He has four years of experience as a counselor in clinical settings and private practice work.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMHC licensed in Florida and practices there.
Does he speak other languages or see international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list session formats. Confirm the available session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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