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Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC

Matthew Despard

Counselor, LMHC

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
175 Dwight Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106
Let's Connect (413) 259-4085
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Life is constantly changing. Navigating these changes can be incredibly difficult. Chances are at some point most us will experience difficulties in our careers, intimate relationships, family relationships, and in relation to ourselves. Many of us, at some point, will face the impact of trauma, loss, addiction, anxiety, or depression. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, stuck, and helpless at times to deal with the mosaic of challenges life presents us. These challenges get in the way of living the life we want. If you're ready to take your life back you've come to the right place. Longmeadow-Counseling.com
Through a blend of warmth, compassion, and directedness, I am uniquely able to connect with my clients and help them work through whatever may be blocking their path of success. I have advanced training in Body-Centered Psychotherapy as well as I am also trained in host of other treatment modalities
By reading this far you have taken this first step toward healing the challenges that stand in the way of living/creating the life of your dreams. Take the next step and give me an email or a call! Longmeadow-counseling.com
Take the first step to help. Call or Matthew Despard now - (413) 259-4085

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

175 Dwight Road

Longmeadow, MA 01106

(413) 259-4085
I am currently offering both in-person and teleheath services.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Welcome!
Matthew Despard
Let's Connect (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

175 Dwight Road

Longmeadow, MA 01106

(413) 259-4085
I am currently offering both in-person and teleheath services.
I specialize in Anxiety, Relationship Issues and Trauma and PTSD 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Welcome!
Matthew Despard

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $135
  • Couple Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • WellSense Health Plan
  • Out of Network
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Those interested in working with me who do not have the insurances listed can ask about sliding scale fees based what they can afford
or call with questions - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC
"
Those interested in working with me who do not have the insurances listed can ask about sliding scale fees based what they can afford
or call with questions - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Massachusetts / 11329 Matthew Despard
  • In Practice for 12 Years
  • Certificate from Massachusetts Board of Allied Mental Health and LMHC 11329 / 2019
  • Certificate from Hartford Family Institute Body-Centered Psychotherapy P2 / 2019
  • Attended Westfield State University
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I have extensive training and experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. I am also an expert in marriage/relationship therapy.
or call with questions - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC
"
I have extensive training and experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. I am also an expert in marriage/relationship therapy.
or call with questions - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Relationship Issues
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Chronic Pain
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Thinking Disorders
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I have years of experience helping individuals heal from Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, and Trauma; as well as helping Couples heal and deepen their relationships.
or call with questions - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC
"
I have years of experience helping individuals heal from Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, and Trauma; as well as helping Couples heal and deepen their relationships.
or call with questions - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Body-Centered Psychotherapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Relational
  • Somatic
  • Telehealth/Telemedicine/Virtual Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
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In addition to my Graduate/Clinical training I trained for many years at Hartford Family Institute where I learned both the art and science of Psychotherapy.
or call with questions - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC
"
In addition to my Graduate/Clinical training I trained for many years at Hartford Family Institute where I learned both the art and science of Psychotherapy.
or call with questions - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC

Location

Primary Location

175 Dwight Road

Longmeadow, MA 01106

(413) 259-4085
"
I am currently offering both in-person and teleheath services.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC
"
I am currently offering both in-person and teleheath services.
Take the first step to help. Call now - (413) 259-4085
Photo of Matthew Despard, LMHC, Counselor
Matthew Despard
Counselor, LMHC