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Joshua Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
3233 E. Broadway, Long Beach, CA 90803
Let's Connect (949) 416-2177
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I provide holistic psychotherapy to help my clients create a more joyful and fulfilling life for themselves. I work well with a wide variety of psychoemotional problems. These include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions. Relationship difficulties are a specialty of mine and I take a lot of joy in helping people improve their relationship life. My approach is different than most therapy and psychiatry in that it's not just about reducing symptoms, it's about each person's unique prescription for happiness.
A main specialty of mine is treating addiction, and I'm an original researcher and theorist in the field. I recently published my "Multidimensional Developmental Theory (MDT) of substance addiction," and this model is very in line with findings from positive psychology. Mine is a very open-minded and flexible approach to helping people overcome addictions
I view full recovery from emotional problems and addiction as possible and attainable. One step at a time I can help you build a satisfying and successful life, in your personal life, work, relationships, and overall health and wellness.
Call or Email Joshua Matthews now for a free 15 minute consultation - (949) 416-2177
Let's Connect (949) 416-2177
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $175
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (949) 416-2177
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Joshua Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 50965 Joshua Matthews
- In Practice for 16 Years
- Attended Alliant International University, Graduated 2009
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- Depression
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Chronic Relapse
- Family Conflict
- Internet Addiction
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Personality Disorders
- Psychosis
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Veterans
- Video Game Addiction
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Family Systems
- Humanistic
- Motivational Interviewing
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- The Multidimensional Developmental Theory (MDT)
- Transpersonal
Location
Additional Location
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 416-2177Nearby Areas
Counties
Neighborhoods
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Joshua Matthews
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT