Therapy with Matthew Engel, LCSW
My Philosophy & Approach
The world is pretty nuts! It's normal to feel the heaviness of old wounds as well as current pains and cumulative stressors in adult life. Yet everyone yearns to live authentically - to feel whole and at peace. My passion is to help you achieve that.
My therapeutic style is honest, interactive, direct and compassionate - with a little humor sprinkled in. I know that a lot of therapists have a dry and illusive demeanor. I approach therapy differently. My intention is to join you in sessions by interacting with you like a regular human being - who's also a trained therapist. I believe that this type of genuine therapeutic relationship enhances the likelihood for you to achieve positive change, healing and growth.
Most of my therapy clients are men - regardless of sexual orientation. I've found that men, in particular, operate within societal pressures and states of emotional isolation and constriction that often lend themselves to having a male therapist with a nurturing and direct approach. With that said, I have also worked with thousands of women and a number of non-binary clients. I welcome inquiries regardless of gender.
My private practice is an Immigrant Safe Space. I am a fervent supporter of BLM and Queer Equality. I am a gay man.
Credentials
Licensed Psychotherapist:
California LCSW 24169
Massachusetts LICSW 110541
Master of Social Work
Boston University: 1998
Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude,
Communications & Psychology
State University of NY at Oswego: 1996
Certified Hypnotherapist
National Guild of Hypnotists &
The Center for Hypnotherapy: 2006
30 years working in the mental health profession. I'm licensed to provide psychotherapy to people residing in California & Massachusetts only. I may be able to offer life coaching if you live in a different state.