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- Practical skill-building
- Warm interactive style
- Utah based
About Matthew
Dr. Matthew Reiser helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma, addictions, and self-esteem concerns. He also supports those dealing with grief, parenting and family issues, sleep and eating problems, intimacy concerns, career changes, and living with ADHD. Dr. Reiser practices in Utah and brings nearly two decades of clinical experience to his work.
His style is warm and interactive. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical skills. He blends ways of working that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to match each person’s needs. Conversations are direct but compassionate, and he aims to make the next steps manageable.
Dr. Reiser earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Family and Human Development from the University of Utah. He then completed a Master of Arts in Family, Consumer, and Human Development at Utah State University, followed by a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Brigham Young University. He lists a total of 19 years of professional experience and holds the credential UT Psychologist 5184406-2501.
He has worked in college counseling centers and in private practice, and has experience with biofeedback and sport psychology. In sessions he will tailor techniques to what is most helpful, mixing skill-building, emotional work, and problem-solving. He aims to help people move from feeling stuck to finding practical ways forward.
Outside of clinical work he enjoys time with family and friends, watching and playing sports, listening to music, traveling, and outdoor activities.
His style is warm and interactive. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical skills. He blends ways of working that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to match each person’s needs. Conversations are direct but compassionate, and he aims to make the next steps manageable.
Dr. Reiser earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Family and Human Development from the University of Utah. He then completed a Master of Arts in Family, Consumer, and Human Development at Utah State University, followed by a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from Brigham Young University. He lists a total of 19 years of professional experience and holds the credential UT Psychologist 5184406-2501.
He has worked in college counseling centers and in private practice, and has experience with biofeedback and sport psychology. In sessions he will tailor techniques to what is most helpful, mixing skill-building, emotional work, and problem-solving. He aims to help people move from feeling stuck to finding practical ways forward.
Outside of clinical work he enjoys time with family and friends, watching and playing sports, listening to music, traveling, and outdoor activities.
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Approaches you may work with online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify what matters most and take small actions toward those values. It focuses on mindful awareness and accepting difficult thoughts while building committed behavior change, which can help with anxiety, depression, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a skills-focused approach that looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It uses practical tools like behavioral experiments and thought work to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to improve sleep and eating patterns.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods that fit the person’s needs, and adjust the plan over time. Clients help shape which techniques are used and when to focus on skills, emotions, or relationship work.
Confirm the available session options before booking, as formats are not detailed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use tools learned in sessions in their everyday routines, which can speed up applying new skills to real situations.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
19+ years
Credentials
Utah
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, parenting and family concerns, ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, and related challenges.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is empathic and interactive, focusing on clear goals and practical skills while attending to feelings and relationships.
What background does he bring to sessions?
He has 19 years of professional experience and has worked at multiple university counseling centers as well as in private practice.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is listed as UT Psychologist 5184406-2501 and practices in Utah.
Which languages are supported for therapy?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.