- Thoughts and habits focus
- Collaborative style
- Practical exercises
About Matthew
Dr. Matthew Reiser helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma, and everyday thinking and habits. He also supports those dealing with depression, addiction, grief, parenting challenges, sleep and eating issues, ADHD, and intimacy concerns. Dr. Reiser uses a compassionate, interactive style to help people talk through what matters to them and find practical ways to change everyday thoughts and habits.
He frames work in simple, concrete steps rather than jargon. Sessions focus on what someone wants to be different and on habits and thinking that get in the way. He draws from cognitive behavioral approaches, client-centered work, and emotion-focused methods to tailor an approach to each person’s needs.
Dr. Reiser brings 19 years of clinical experience in university counseling centers and private practice. He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and has a background that includes biofeedback and sport psychology work. His training and history inform how he blends practical exercises with reflective conversation.
People can expect a collaborative session where the therapist listens closely, offers observations, and suggests small experiments to try between meetings. He aims to help people build routines and mental habits that support daily functioning. Progress is measured in the changes people notice in their day-to-day lives.
Outside of clinical work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, sports, music, travel, and outdoor activities. Dr. Reiser practices in Utah as UT Psychologist 5184406-2501.
He frames work in simple, concrete steps rather than jargon. Sessions focus on what someone wants to be different and on habits and thinking that get in the way. He draws from cognitive behavioral approaches, client-centered work, and emotion-focused methods to tailor an approach to each person’s needs.
Dr. Reiser brings 19 years of clinical experience in university counseling centers and private practice. He holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and has a background that includes biofeedback and sport psychology work. His training and history inform how he blends practical exercises with reflective conversation.
People can expect a collaborative session where the therapist listens closely, offers observations, and suggests small experiments to try between meetings. He aims to help people build routines and mental habits that support daily functioning. Progress is measured in the changes people notice in their day-to-day lives.
Outside of clinical work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends, sports, music, travel, and outdoor activities. Dr. Reiser practices in Utah as UT Psychologist 5184406-2501.
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
How key approaches translate to working online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings and choosing actions that match personal values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and motivation by teaching simple exercises to change daily habits of thought.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connection between thoughts, behaviors, and feelings. It uses short experiments and homework to shift unhelpful thinking patterns and build new routines for sleep, eating, or stress management.
Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will discuss your goals and preferences and then suggest which methods to try first. That decision is revisited as therapy progresses so the plan fits what actually helps you in daily life.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also supports using in-session tools and homework that directly apply to your everyday setting. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for your schedule and goals.
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this therapist address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and trauma concerns, and everyday thinking and habit patterns. The list also includes depression, addictions, grief, parenting, ADHD, and related concerns.
What is the therapy style like?
The approach is empathic and interactive, with a focus on conversation plus practical exercises. Sessions emphasize collaborative problem solving and changes to daily habits and thoughts.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 19 years of clinical experience spanning university counseling centers and private practice settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He practices in Utah and is listed as UT Psychologist 5184406-2501.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not accepted at this time.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.