Matthew Figueroa

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Southern California. I received my Master of Social Work from Azusa Pacific University and have been practicing therapy for 6 years. I specialize in depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, career counseling, grief, and trauma. I love working with individuals who struggle with the deep existential issues in life such as death, responsibility, meaning, and isolation. I don't believe that there is a "cookie cutter" approach to therapy. I love to draw from other theoretical approaches and fields to create a specialized treatment plan that is suited for your specific needs and goals.

I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches to best support each client’s unique needs. I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all method—every individual’s journey is different. I view clients as the experts in their own lives and work collaboratively to empower them in their mental health care. One of my primary approaches is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which I’ve been using in my practice for the past six years. I often turn to CBT because of its effectiveness in helping individuals manage anxiety, depression, phobias, and trauma. This approach fosters self-awareness and empowers clients to take an active role in their mental health by identifying and challenging unhelpful thought patterns.

I love to start where the person is at. Sometimes, therapy can be scary and uncomfortable for people at first. My objective is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for individuals to share their story. From there, we'll work together to tailor an action plan on how we'll proceed for our follow-up sessions.