Therapist Profile

My Approach to Helping

Matthew Gittleman is a child, couple, and family therapist, specializing in working with teenagers and their parents on issues resulting from addiction to electronic devices. He also provides practical techniques to help parents cope with their out-of-control teen.With over 5 years experience as a therapist, and a graduate of Antioch University, specializing in solution-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, he is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients.Matthew is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. His therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. He integrates complimentary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, he works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they're striving for.

More Info About My Practice

During these turbulent economic times, family relationships can be severely strained. Are you feeling the stress? Loving parents, partners, and couples can change into unrecognizable people. I'm meeting with more and more folks who are on the edge of major emotional crises because of lost jobs, bills stacking up, and fear of an uncertain future. If the anxiety is building for you, it's time to talk. Don't let you and your family get torn apart by this economic turmoil. Come see me to reframe your challenges at home, and learn important coping techniques and practical ideas on weathering this deep recession.My specialty is helping parents and their teenage children re-connect and restore harmony to the home environment. Has your teenager become a complete stranger to you? Do you endlessly worry about their future or fight about taking responsibility? If your child has become unmanageable at home because of a defiant and contrary attitude towards you, I can help. It's time to re-install your authority as the key executive in the household, with ultimate decision-making. If you feel absolutely powerless with your out-of-control teen, then my focused solutions for you are going to work. Learn to establish limits on video-gaming, cell phone over-use, and resulting school problems. Get the techniques you need to manage your teen's behavior. Bring you parent-teen issues to session and get practical help.For individuals and couples, I offer practical advice to weather this tough economy. If your thinking has become negative, and you're looking at a half-empty glass, it's time to come see me. I have a perfect record of turning negativity into positive thinking and enthusiasm for my clients. As we all know, how you think will determine how you feel. I can help re-frame those negative thoughts, and inspire you to approach life with genuine zeal.