Matthew Sheft, LICSW, LCSW

Licensed in Florida · 7 years in practice

Matthew Sheft is a licensed social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

License and registration

LCSW, Florida: sw19119 · expires March 2027
LICSW, Vermont: 089.0136019 · expires January 2028
LCSW, Maine: LC23910 · expires August 2026
NPI: 1821580499 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 7
Languages: English

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About Matthew

Matthew Sheft is a licensed social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. He offers straightforward support aimed at everyday problems like work pressure, low self-esteem, and trouble sleeping. Matthew uses clear, practical steps so people can start feeling better between sessions.

He focuses on building self-understanding and stronger communication skills. Sessions are calm and non-judgmental, with attention to each person’s history and current needs. Matthew often helps clients address relationship patterns, attachment concerns, and feelings tied to grief or loss.

Background and approach

His work draws on several well-known approaches, chosen to match each person rather than following a single method. That might mean identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, practicing emotion regulation skills, or centering conversations on what matters most to the client. The goal is progress that fits a person’s life and values.

Matthew has seven years of clinical experience and holds LICSW and LCSW credentials. He practices from Florida and supports people dealing with addictions, trauma, bipolar mood concerns, ADHD, and issues related to identity and intimacy. People who prefer a collaborative, respectful style tend to find his approach useful.

He balances practical coaching with deeper exploration so clients can make changes that last. Sessions aim to be relatable, focused, and paced to each person’s readiness.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Matthew lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Cancer
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Gender dysphoria
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-love
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Approaches Matthew names

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Online support

How Matthew Uses Approaches Online

Matthew often integrates Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in online work. Client-Centered Therapy centers conversations on the person’s goals and perspective, offering empathy and reflection to help people clarify what they want. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Matthew will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and daily life. That might mean starting with active skill practice and shifting to deeper reflection as trust grows.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat or text messaging can fit quick updates, brief coaching, or when someone prefers typing over speaking. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or family schedules while keeping focus on meaningful change.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Matthew commonly address?

He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Other areas include self-esteem, career issues, addictions, trauma, grief, and relationship or intimacy-related problems.

What is his general therapeutic style?

His style is collaborative and client-centered, combining practical coaching with deeper emotional work. Sessions focus on clear strategies and understanding the personal story behind symptoms.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has seven years of experience working with a variety of emotional and behavioral concerns. That background informs both short-term problem solving and longer-term exploration.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds LICSW and LCSW credentials and practices from Florida. The profile lists Vermont and Florida credential details as VT LICSW and FL LCSW.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

How are sessions delivered?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.

How does payment work and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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