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Dr. Matthew Reiser

Compassionate, skills-based psychological care

UT Psychologist 5184406-2501 Utah

Experience
19 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Matthew

Dr. Matthew Reiser brings nearly two decades of professional experience addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, grief, and a wide range of life changes.

Background and approach

He also works with issues including ADHD, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and family dynamics, intimacy and commitment challenges, and chronic illness or caregiver stress. His practice includes attention to attachment-related concerns, adoption and foster care matters, body image, and dissociative experiences when relevant.

Dr. Reiser practices with an empathic, interactive stance that emphasizes compassion and respect.

He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and client-centered and emotionally-focused strategies to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Over 19 years of work in university counseling centers and independent practice, he has developed a collaborative approach that helps clients explore practical skills, emotional understanding, and values-based change.

Dr. Reiser holds the credential UT Psychologist 5184406-2501 and sees clients in Utah.

He aims to support growth through a thoughtful blend of evidence-informed techniques and personalized care.

Therapeutic Approaches and How They Work Online

Dr. Reiser commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build practical coping skills for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to support values-based action and increased psychological flexibility when clients face difficult emotions or life transitions. Client-centered elements are woven in to ensure the therapeutic relationship stays grounded in empathy, respect, and the client’s priorities.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He collaborates with each person to evaluate what methods fit their goals, preferences, and challenges, and adjusts strategies over time so therapy remains relevant and effective for the client’s situation.

Online therapy with Dr. Reiser is offered through a variety of formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make scheduling more flexible for people with busy lives or mobility limits. These options allow for ongoing skill practice, session continuity during life changes, and timely access to support while preserving the collaborative, evidence-informed approach he brings to in-person care.

Frequently asked questions

What issues does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, and many other life challenges including ADHD and career-related struggles.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is empathic and interactive, combining practical skills training with emotional exploration to help clients make meaningful changes.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 19 years of professional experience, including work in university counseling centers and several years in independent practice.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed as UT Psychologist 5184406-2501 and practices in Utah.
Does he offer services in other languages or accept international clients?
Services are offered in English only, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Clients can work with him via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on scheduling and format suitability.
How are fees and payment structured?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

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

Licensed

Utah

Languages

English