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Amy Matthews, LMHC

Compassionate LMHC with decades of experience
  • 39 years experience
  • Works with families and couples
  • Accepts international clients

About Amy Matthews

Amy Matthews is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Florida with 39 years of professional counseling experience. She holds a master’s degree in Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling earned in 1980 and blends formal training with extensive practical experience to support individuals, couples, adolescents, and families.

Amy spent 28 years working as a high school counselor in Pennsylvania while maintaining a private practice, and after relocating to Florida she continued in private practice with a focus on adolescents and adults. She also provides therapy for families and couples and previously worked with an online counseling service, where she developed many ongoing client relationships. Her long career includes work across a broad range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma, addictions, parenting challenges, grief, and more.

Known for an eclectic, empathic, and genuinely supportive style, Amy integrates evidence-based techniques with life experience. She describes herself as liberal and non-judgmental and values humor as a tool in the therapeutic process. Having engaged in therapy herself, she emphasizes being an advocate who believes in each client’s capacity to grow. Prospective clients are invited to connect to explore whether her approach is a good fit for their needs.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsGender dysphoriaHoardingInfidelityJealousy

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Psychodynamic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Amy Matthews have?

Amy Matthews has 39 years of experience in counseling across school settings, private practice, and online work.

Is Amy Matthews a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). License details are FL LMHC MH12701.

In which languages does Amy Matthews provide therapy?

Amy provides therapy in English.

Where is Amy Matthews located?

Amy Matthews is located in Florida.

How can I work with Amy Matthews as my therapist?

You can work with Amy Matthews through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Amy Matthews work with international clients?

Yes. Amy Matthews works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Amy Matthews cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches Offered Remotely

Amy Matthews draws on several established approaches to tailor treatment to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then identify values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life - it is often used for anxiety, stress, and persistent worries. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating shaped by early bonds and helps repair connection and trust in relationships, which can be especially helpful for couples, families, and attachment concerns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration so clients feel heard and are empowered to find their own answers, supporting work on self-esteem, depression, and life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Amy works collaboratively with each person to determine what fits best based on their goals, preferences, and progress. She adapts methods as needed rather than following a single formula.

Online therapy with Amy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, geographic distance, or ongoing care during life changes. These options allow licensed professionals to meet clients where they are and maintain momentum between sessions while accommodating different communication styles.

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