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Matthew Kiefer

At a glance

Experience
11 years
Based in
Utah
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

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Matthew Kiefer, LPC, LCPC

Encouraging counselor for life transitions

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License and NPI on record

CredentialStateNumber
LPC South Carolina 7526
LCMHC Utah 7794891-6004
LPC Georgia LPC013342
LCPC Idaho 7371854

NPI1124416078

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  • Warm and interactive
  • Practical skill building
  • Focus on relationships

About Matthew

Matthew Kiefer is a licensed counselor who helps people facing anxiety, depression, parenting struggles, trauma, and life changes. He works with those dealing with stress, addictions, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and grief. He aims to create an encouraging, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through problems and try new ways of coping.

He brings 11 years of experience as an LPC and LCPC in mental health settings and youth mentoring. That background shaped a practical style that mixes structured skills with open conversation. Sessions are often interactive and include exercises meant to build skills for everyday life.

Matthew says he avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on the person rather than a diagnosis. His style is warm and playful when appropriate, and he adapts methods to match each person's needs. He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in how he works.

Therapeutic methods he uses include cognitive behavioral techniques for changing unhelpful thinking, dialectical behavior strategies for emotion regulation, and attachment-based approaches for relationship and attachment concerns. He also draws on client-centered ideas to keep sessions focused on the client's priorities.

People who want practical tools, clear conversation, and an encouraging tone may find his approach helpful. To begin, follow the site process to match with a therapist and schedule an initial appointment.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Jungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

South Carolina, Utah, Georgia, Idaho

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice unhelpful thought patterns and commit to actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and big life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and behavior by using practical exercises and homework to change how problems play out. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people try new ways of relating and connecting.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work collaboratively to pick or combine methods that match the client's goals, needs, and preferences. That means discussing which techniques feel useful and adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people practice skills between meetings and bring real-life situations into discussion. Licensed professionals and therapists aim to tailor approaches to each person's situation so therapy can be practical and relevant.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, stress, addictions, grief, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and self-esteem issues.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is warm, interactive, and sometimes playful. He blends skill-based techniques with open, person-focused conversation.

What is his professional background?

He has 11 years of experience in mental health and youth mentoring, working with clients across many presenting concerns and settings.

Which credentials and region should I know about?

He holds LPC and LCPC credentials and practices in Utah with licensing in South Carolina noted in his background.

Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?

International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered in English to people within the supported region.

What session formats are available?

Session formats are not specified in the biography; please confirm the current session options before booking.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

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

How do I begin working with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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