Matthew H. Davis LCSW-R

I provide treatment services to children (10 years and above), adolescents, adults, families, and couples seeking to make positive changes in their lives, strengthen their relationships with others, and/or overcome barriers in their lives. I have significant experience working with individuals and families who are dealing with adjustment disorders, Phase of Life situations, marital/relationship conflicts, grief and loss issues, depression, anxiety/panic, PTSD, bipolar disorder, sexual trauma, ADHD, behavioral problems in children and youth, self-esteem, self-harming, bullying, oppositional defiance, peer relationships, domestic violence, domestic/dating abuse, addictions, co-occurring disorders, family dynamic issues, parenting struggles, transitioning with family separations and divorce, children in foster care, anger management, and personality disorders. I practice techniques that utilize a person-centered, strength-based perspective to help build trusting therapeutic relationships that will foster clients in their ability to move toward change. I utilize cognitive-behavioral techniques, emotional regulation, solution-focused therapies, dialectal behavioral strategies, trauma-informed counseling, stress management, and motivational interviewing, as well as animal-assisted therapy. I incorporate Chase, who is in the process of being trained as a certified therapy dog. Chase is helpful with anxious and reluctant clients of all ages. Chase is a Portugese Water Dog and is hypoallergenic for anyone who may be allergic to animals. Please inform me if you wish to not have Chase present during your session. I began my education at Syracuse University, obtaining bachelor’s degrees in Social Work and Psychology. I went on to begin graduate work at Florida State University and obtained my master's degree in Social Work from the University at Buffalo. I've gained many years of experience working with children, adolescents, teens, adults, families, and couples struggling with mental health issues in outpatient settings.