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Matthew Pearce, LCSW

Strengths-focused support for trauma, parenting, and change
  • Trauma informed skill building
  • Parenting support and guidance
  • Future planning for adults

About Matthew Pearce

Matthew Pearce is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 5 years of therapy experience and an additional 10 years of social work experience. As an LCSW, he is a licensed professional trained to support people with emotional, behavioral, and relationship concerns through evidence-informed counseling and practical skill building.

His clinical training includes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Therapy. He works with concerns such as family conflict, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, and building motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Matthew also has experience supporting young adults as they clarify goals, create plans for the future, and develop a clearer direction through intentional life mapping.

In addition, he has worked with parents and is trained in Conscious Discipline, an evidence-based parenting system. Matthew’s approach emphasizes honoring each person as the expert on their own story while recognizing the strengths they already have. He also understands that starting therapy can take courage and aims to make the process feel approachable and supportive from the first step.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Matthew Pearce have?

Matthew Pearce has 6 years of experience providing therapy.

Is Matthew Pearce a licensed therapist?

Yes. Matthew Pearce is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). His Florida license is FL LCSW SW20162.

In which languages does Matthew Pearce provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English.

Where is Matthew Pearce located?

Matthew Pearce is located in Florida.

How can I work with Matthew Pearce as my therapist?

You can work with Matthew Pearce through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Matthew Pearce work with international clients?

No. Matthew Pearce does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Matthew Pearce cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and options, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Evidence-Informed Approaches, Made Accessible Online

Matthew Pearce integrates structured, practical methods with a supportive, person-centered style. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and building new ways to respond, which can be especially useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier communication, helping clients navigate intense feelings, conflict, and relationship strain. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps clients process difficult memories in a guided, step-by-step way, often supporting people working through the effects of trauma and abuse.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Matthew collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand what has and has not helped in the past, and choose strategies that match the client’s needs and preferences. The process can evolve over time as clients build insight, confidence, and new coping tools.

Online therapy also makes it easier to stay consistent. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, parenting demands, and changing routines while still receiving support from licensed professionals.

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